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Removing and installing components
This section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components from your
computer.
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document require the following tools:
• Small flat blade screwdriver
• Phillips #0 screwdriver
• Phillips #1 screwdriver
• Small plastic scribe
Removing the base cover
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Follow the procedure in
Before working inside your computer
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2.
To remove the base cover:
a. Loosen the screws that secure the base cover to the computer [1].
b. Lift the base cover from the edge and remove it from the computer [2, 3].
NOTE: You may need a plastic scribe to lift the base cover from the edges.
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