HP 6730b - Compaq Business Notebook Maintenance And Service Manual page 72

Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Remove the keyboard:
1. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×9.0 captive screws that secure the keyboard to the computer.
2. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.
3. Open the computer as far as possible.
4. Slide the four keyboard retention tabs (1) toward you. The tabs are located between the
f1 keys, between the
keys.
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Battery on page 47).
f4 and f5 keys, between the f8 and f9 keys, and between the
esc and
f12 and scroll