Maintenance and Service Guide

5 Removal and replacement procedures for
Authorized Service Provider parts
CAUTION: Components described in this chapter should only be accessed by an authorized service provider.
Accessing these parts can damage the computer or void the warranty.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on
supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
Component replacement procedures
NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty,
are on the service tag at the bottom of your computer.
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts.
There are as many as 58 screws that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing Authorized
Service Provider only parts. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and
replacement.
Computer feet
Description Spare part number
Computer feet (included in the rubber kit)
Natural silver L24482-001
Pale gold L24479-001
Snow ake white L24480-001
Tranquil pink L24481-001
Before replacing the computer feet, follow these steps:
1. Turn o the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is o or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
Remove the computer feet:
1. Close the computer and position it upside down, with the front toward you.
2. Insert a tool with no sharp edges between the base enclosure and one end of the rubber feet.
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