Service Manual

Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• Phillips screwdriver #1
• Phillips screwdriver #0
• Plastic scribe
Screw list
NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws,
and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type
is restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Secured to Screw type Quantity Screw image
Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2 x 7 6
NOTE: Screw color
may vary depending on
the configuration
ordered.
Battery Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2 x 3 2
Solid-state drive Solid-state drive bracket M2 x 3 1
Hard-drive assembly Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2 x 3 3
Hard-drive bracket Hard-drive assembly M3 x 3 4
Left fan Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2 x 3 2
Right fan Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2 x 3 2
Wireless-card bracket System board M2 x 3 1
Touchpad bracket Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2 x 2 (big head) 7
2
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