Gateway 450SX4, Service Manual

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Replacing Gateway 450SX4 Components
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Replacing the hinge covers
Tools you need to complete this task:
Screws removed during this task:
To replace the hinge covers:
1
Disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables and prepare
your notebook by following the instructions in “Preparing your notebook”
on page 6.
2
Disconnect your notebook from the optional port replicator by following
the instructions in “Disconnecting from the port replicator” on page 7.
3
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
4
Remove the main and optional secondary batteries by following the
instructions in “Removing the batteries” on page 8.
5
Turn your notebook over so the top is facing up.
6
Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in “Replacing
the keyboard cover” on page 30.
Flat-blade driver Scribe or non-marring tool - OR -
Phillips #0 screwdriver
4 chrome 2.5 × 2.5 mm
(keyboard) 4 chrome 2.5 × 4 mm
(cooling assembly)