Removal and replacement procedures
Maintenance and Service Guide
4–25
Palm rest
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The palm rest is included with the top cover. See
“Top cover” on page 4-36
for top cover spare part and removal
information.
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 4-7
).
5. Remove the keyboard and switch cover (see
“Keyboard and switch cover” on page 4-20
).
Remove the palm rest:
1. Close the computer.
2. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.
3. Remove the slotted Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screw that secures the palm rest to the computer.
