Operation Manual

Removing and installing components
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only q ualifi ed technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening o r incorrect repair may greatly enda nger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warranty.
Components
Serv icing
You m ay remove and install the compo nents described in this chapter yourself
after consulting the Hotline/Help Desk.
If you remove and install components without consulting t he Hotline/Help
Desk, then the w arranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull the p ower plug out of the ma ins socket.
• Remove the b attery.
• Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the ba ttery and any other component.
• Never use sharp objects suc
h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoardESD
Boards w ith electrostatic sensitive de vice s (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling boards 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 and 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 edges.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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