HP 15 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide

7. Release the ZIF connector (1) by lifting the connector tab to which the keyboard cable is connected,
and then disconnect the keyboard cable (2) from the system board.
8. Remove the keyboard (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
Top cover
NOTE: The top cover spare part kit includes the TouchPad buttons, TouchPad board and TouchPad cable.
Description Spare part number
Top cover for use in black models 776785-001
Top cover for use in red models 832758-001
Top cover for use in silver models 836863-001
IMPORTANT: Make special note of each screw and screw lock size and location during removal
and replacement
Before removing the top cover, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by rst 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 28), and then remove the following components:
40 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts