Specifications

Top cover
NOTE: The top cover spare part kit includes the TouchPad.
Description Spare part number
Top cover for use in HP 15 models (includes touchpad) 749639-001
Top cover for use in Compaq 15 models (includes touchpad) 749640-001
Before removing the top cover, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 33).
5. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 39).
To remove the top cover:
1. Position the computer upside down with the front toward you.
2. Remove the rear covers by prying off the two rubber feet (1), removing the two Phillips PM2.5×8.0
screws (2) that secure the rear covers to the computer, and then lifting the rear covers off the computer
(3).
3. Remove the two Phillips broadhead PM2.5×2.0 screws from the optical drive bay (4).
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