HP Compaq NX7300 Maintenance And Service Manual page 139

Removal and Replacement Procedures
7. Lift the rear edge 1 of the top cover until it disengages from
the base enclosure. In each of the slots in the front of the
computer between the top cover and base enclosure, use a
flat-bladed screwdriver to pry the front of the top cover from
the base enclosure.
8. Disconnect the TouchPad cable 2 from the system board.
9. Lift the top cover 3 straight up and remove it.
Removing the Top Cover
Reverse the above procedure to install the top cover.
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