Lenovo 10B0 Maintenance Manual page 162

Note: The slim card reader is only available in some models.
To replace the slim card reader, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect
all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 136.
3. Remove the front bezel. See "Removing and reinstalling the front bezel" on page 136
4. Record the cable routing of the installed slim card reader and disconnect the cable of the slim card
reader from the system board.
5. Remove the screw that secures the slim card reader bracket and then remove the bracket from the
chassis.
Figure 98. Removing the slim card reader bracket
6. Remove the two screws that secure the slim card reader to the bracket. Then, slide the slim card
reader as shown to remove it from the bracket.
Note: Touch only the edges of the slim card reader. Do not touch the circuit board of it.
Figure 99. Removing the slim card reader from the bracket
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