Replacing the USB bracket
Before you start, read "Important safety information" on page v and print the following instructions.
To replace the USB bracket, do the following:
1. Disable the built-in batteries. See "Disabling the built-in battery" on page 107.
2. Ensure that the computer is turned off and disconnected from ac power and all cables.
3. Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
4. Remove the removable battery. See "Replacing the removable battery" on page 108.
5. Remove the base cover assembly. See "Replacing the base cover assembly" on page 110.
6. Remove the screws that secure the USB bracket and then remove the USB bracket.
7. Install the new USB bracket and then install the screws to secure the USB bracket.
8. Reinstall the base cover assembly.
9. Reinstall the removable battery.
10. Turn the computer over. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer.
Replacing the memory module
Before you start, read "Important safety information" on page v and print the following instructions.
Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programs run faster. You can increase memory
capacity by replacing or adding a memory module.
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