Service Manual

Removing and installing components

NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.

Recommended tools

The procedures in this document may require the following tools:

● Phillips screwdriver #0

● Phillips screwdriver #1

● 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 surfaces 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

M2x5 4

Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard

assembly

M2x3.5+2.5

(captive)

4-cell battery Palm-rest and keyboard

assembly

M2x2 4

4-cell battery Palm-rest and keyboard

assembly

M1.6x4 1

6-cell battery Palm-rest and keyboard

assembly

M2x3 4

6-cell battery Palm-rest and keyboard

assembly

M1.6x4.5 1

M.2 2230 solid-state

drive bracket

System board M2x2.5 1

M.2 2280 solid-state

drive/Intel Optane

System board M2x2.5 1

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