Compaq 325 and 326 Notebook PCs HP 425 and 625 Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide

Palm rest
Description Spare part number
Palm rest for Compaq brand units with 33.8-cm (13.3-in) displays (includes TouchPad, TouckPad
board, and 2 cables)
605779-001
Palm rest for Compaq brand units with 33.8-cm (13.3-in) displays (includes TouchPad, TouchPad
board, and 2 cables), Red
616602-001
Palm rest for HP brand units with 39.6-cm (15.6-in) displays (includes TouchPad, TouchPad
board, and 2 cables)
605782-001
Palm rest for HP brand units with 35.6-cm (14-in) displays (includes TouchPad, TouchPad board,
and 2 cables)
605780-001
Before removing the palm rest, 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 48).
5. Remove the service door (see
Service door on page 49).
Remove the palm rest on 39.6-cm (15.6-in) computers:
1. Position the computer right side up with the display open.
2. Pull up (1) on the top edge of the palm rest nearest the keyboard. With the palm rest at an angle,
slide the unit (2) to release the latches at its base.
64 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures