Zif Connector - Compaq 1600XL Maintenance & Service Manual

Model 1600T, 1600-XL140, 1600-XL141, 1600-XL142, 1600-XL143, 1600-XL144,
1600-XL146, 1600-XL147, 1600-XL150 XL156, XL157, XL255, XL256, XL257, and XL258
Connectors and Plastic Parts
Plastic parts can be damaged by using excessive force during disassembly and reassembly.
When handling the plastic parts, use care. Apply pressure only at the points designated in
the maintenance instructions.

ZIF Connector

The 1600XL Series Notebooks use zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors on the system
board.
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CAUTION: A ZIF connector and its attached cable can easily be damaged. Handle
only the connector slide when removing or replacing a cable. Never pull or twist on
the cable while it is connected.
To remove a cable from a ZIF connector, lift both corners of the ZIF connector and slide the
cable out simultaneously with constant light pressure.
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CAUTION: When servicing the Notebook, ensure that cables are placed in their
proper location during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can
damage the Notebook.
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RESARIO OTEBOOK AINTENANCE AND
Presario 1600XL Series
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ERVICE UIDE ERIES
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EMOVAL EQUENCE