HP Notebook User Guide - Windows 8

Removing or replacing the service door
Removing the service door
Remove the service door to access the memory module slots, hard drive, regulatory label, and other
components.
To remove the service door:
1. Save your work and shut down the computer.
2. Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the computer.
3. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
4. Remove the battery (see
Removing a battery on page 41).
5. With the battery bay toward you, remove the security screw (1), if in use (see
Using the optional
security screw on page 42).
6. Slide the service door release latches (2) to release the service door.
NOTE: You can slide the service door release latches simultaneously or you can slide them
one at a time.
7. Slide the service door towards the front of the computer (3) and lift (4) to remove the service
door.
Replacing the service door
Replace the service door after accessing the memory module slots, hard drive, regulatory label, and
other components.
To replace the service door:
1. Tilt the service door down to align the tabs on the service door with the latches on the computer
(1), then slide the door in to close it (2).
NOTE: The release latches automatically lock the service door into place (3).
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