Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
•
Phillips screwdriver #0
•
Phillips screwdriver #1
•
Plastic scribe
NOTE:
The #0 screw driver is for screws M0-M1, and the #1 screw driver is for screws M2-M4.
Screw list
NOTE:
When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws,
and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type
is restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE:
Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE:
Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component
Secured to
Screw type
Quantity
Screw image
Base cover
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x4
4
3-cell Battery
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x5
5
6-cell Battery
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x5
8
Solid-state drive - 1
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3
2
Solid-state drive - 2
System board
M2x3
1
GPU fan
System board
M2x4
2
System fan
System board
M2x4
2
I/O board
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3
2
Power button with
fingerprint reader
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M1.6x2.5
2
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