Operation Manual

Removing and inst a llin g c o mponents
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repa ir your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair m ay greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate y our wa rran ty.
Components
Serv icing
You may remove and install the compone nts described in this chapter yourself
after consulting the Hotline/Help Desk.
If you remove and install c omponen ts without c onsulting the Hotline/Help Desk,
then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch t he notebook off and pull the power plug out of the mains socket.
• Remove the battery.
• Take care w hen you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
• Never use sharp objects suc
h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoardESD
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling b oards fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following
points:
• You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
• The equipment an d tools you use must be free of static charges.
• Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs by their edg es.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
Removing and installing the
battery
How to remove and reinstall a battery is described in the "Removing and
installing the battery", Page 23 chapter.
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