HP 17-x Series, Maintenance And Service Manual

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Bottom cover
Description Spare part number
Bottom cover 856601-001
Before removing the bottom 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 32 ).
5. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33 ).
To remove the bottom cover:
1. Position the computer upside down with the front toward you.
2. Remove the two rubber feet (1).
3. Remove the service label screw cutouts from above the two screws under the label (2).
NOTE: Two screws that are located under the regulatory label are marked with a dashed circle and “+”
sign .
Do not remove the regulatory label – only remove or punch holes through the circular cutouts above the
screws.
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