User Guide

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Replacing the hinge covers
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Replacing the hinge covers
Tools you need to complete this task:
Screws removed during this task:
To replace the hinge covers:
1 Disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables and prepare
the notebook by following the instructions in “Preparing your work space”
on page 4.
2 Disconnect the notebook from the optional port replicator by following
the instructions in “Disconnecting from the port replicator” on page 7.
3 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
4 Remove the main and optional secondary batteries by following the
instructions in “Removing the batteries” on page 8.
5 Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up.
6 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in “Replacing
the keyboard cover” on page 28.
7 Open the LCD panel all the way, so it lies flat on the table.
Flat-blade driver Scribe or non-marring tool- OR -
Phillips #0 screwdriver
4 chrome 2.5×5mm
(hinge covers)