Steps
1. Remove the seven (M2x4) screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Loosen the two (M2x7.5) captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3. Using a plastic scribe, pry the base cover from the U-shaped indents at the top edge of the base cover and continue to work
on the sides to release the base cover from the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Disconnect the battery cable.
5. Lift the base cover off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Installing the base cover
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the base cover and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components
