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23.
Upgrading/Modifying and Repair
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Upgrades and modifications to your Notebook should
only be carried out by
qualified specialists
. If you do not have the necessary qualifications, have the
work carried out by a qualified
service technician
. Please contact your custom-
er service department if you have technical problems with your Notebook.
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If a repair must be carried out, please contact only our authorised
service part-
ners
.
23.1.
Notes for Service Technicians
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Only service technicians may open up the Notebook housing or upgrade or
modify your Notebook.
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Use only original replacement parts.
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Before opening the housing, disconnect all power and connecting cables and
remove the battery. If the Notebook is not disconnected from the power supply
before being opened, there is a risk that components could be damaged.
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Internal components of the Notebook may be damaged by electrostatic dis-
charge (ESD). Carry out repairs, as well as system enhancements or modifica-
tions, at an ESD workplace. If such a workplace is not available, wear an antistat-
ic cuff or ensure you are touching an earthed, metallic object. We will charge for
any repairs to damage caused by incorrect handling.
23.2.
Information on Laser Radiation
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The Notebook can contain laser equipment classified as laser class 1 to laser
class 3b. The equipment meets the requirements for laser class 1.
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By opening the housing of the optical drive, you will have access to laser equip-
ment classified up to laser class 3b.
The following should be observed when removing and/or opening this laser equip-
ment:
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The integrated optical drive contains no parts that require repair or mainte-
nance.
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Repairs to the optical drive should only be carried out by the
manufacturer.
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Do not look directly into the laser beam, even when using optical instruments.
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Do not expose the laser beam. Avoid exposing your eyes or skin to the laser
beam – either directly or through scattered laser radiation.
