Steps
1. Remove the two screws (M2.5x5) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly.
2. Loosen the six captive screws.
3. Using a plastic scribe, pry the base cover from the bottom-left corner and continue to work on the sides to open the base cover.
4. Lift the base cover off the palm-rest assembly.
5. Disconnect the battery from the system board.
6. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to ground the computer and drain the flea power.
Installing the base cover
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the base cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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