Replacing the card reader
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product
Information Guide.
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all
power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 15.
3. Remove the front bezel. See "Replacing the front bezel" on page 16.
4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See "Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward" on
page 21.
5. Disconnect the card reader cable from the system board.
6. Replace the card reader.
CAUTION:
Touch only the edges of the card reader. Do not touch the card reader's circuit board.
Figure 32. Removing the card reader
Figure 33. Installing the card reader
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