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2. Release the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivot the front bezel outward to remove it from the
computer.
Figure 12. Removing the front bezel
3. To reinstall the front bezel, align the three plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the
corresponding holes in the chassis. Then pivot the front bezel inwards until it snaps into position
on the left side.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 166.
Card reader
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter
1 "Read this first: Important safety information" on page 1.
To replace the card reader, do the following:
1. Prepare your computer. See "Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover" on page 91.
2. Remove the front bezel. See "Front bezel" on page 92.
3. Locate the card reader. See "Computer components" on page 31.
4. Disconnect the card reader cable from the system board. See "Parts on the system board" on page 34.
5. Remove the front audio and USB assembly. See "Front audio and USB assembly" on page 135.
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