Service Manual

Installing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
Place the palm-rest and keyboard assembly on a flat surface.
Next steps
1. Install the system board.
NOTE:
The system board is removed and installed with the heat sink attached, when replacing the palm-rest and
keyboard assembly. This simplifies the procedure and avoids breaking the thermal bond between system board and the
heat sink.
2. Install the power-button board or the power-button with fingerprint reader.
3. Install the power-adapter port.
4. Install the speakers.
5. Install the coin-cell battery.
6. Install the display assembly.
7. Install the fan.
8. Install the touchpad.
9. Install the I/O board.
10. Install the wireless card.
11. Install the solid-state drive.
12. Install the memory module.
13. Install the battery.
14. Install the base cover.
15. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Removing and installing components
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