Horizontal Sliding Contact Connector - Lexmark MS71x Study Manual

Lexmark MS71x/MS81x & MX71x/MX81x Product Study Guide
3. Rotate the locking actuator to the locked position by pressing down on both ends of the actuator.
The cable should not move when this step is performed. If the cable moves, open the actuator,
reposition the cable, and then close the actuator to the down position.

Horizontal Sliding Contact Connector

The horizontal sliding contact connector uses a slide locking actuator to lock the ribbon cable into the ZIF
connector. The cable is inserted horizontally into the connector.
Warning! When opening or closing this type of actuator, gently push or pull the two tabs located on
each end of the actuator. Do not close the actuator from the center of the actuator. Do not use a
screwdriver to open or close the actuator. Damage to the cable or connector could occur.
How to Remove a Cable from the Horizontal Sliding Contact Connector
1. Simultaneously slide the two tabs located on the ends of the locking actuator away from the
connector.
2. Slide the cable out of the connector.
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