Smart card reader board
Description
Spare part number
Smart card reader board (includes cable)
821695-001
Before removing the card reader board, 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 bottom cover (see
Bottom cover on page 32
).
5.
Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 35
).
6.
Remove the system board (see
System board on page 49
).
Remove the smart card reader board:
NOTE:
Before you remove the smart card reader, make sure nothing (memory card or plastic insert) in
installed.
1.
Disconnect the cable from the board (1).
2.
Disconnect the cable from the touchpad (2).
3.
Remove the 3 Phillips PM2.5x3.0 screws that secure the bracket to the top cover (3), and then lift to
remove it from the computer (4).
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