Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
● Phillips screwdrivers #0/#1
● Plastic scribe
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
M2.5x6 7
Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Captive
(M2.5x2.5+5)
2
Battery Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 3
M.2 thermal shield Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x2.2 1
M.2 thermal shield Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Captive 1
M.2 2230 solid-state
drive
M.2 thermal shield M2x2 1
I/O board Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x4 3
Display panel Display assembly M2x2.5 2
Display panel Display assembly M2.5x2.5 6
Fan Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2.5x5 2
2
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