Removing and installing components
NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
● Phillips screwdriver #0
● Phillips screwdriver #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 surfaces when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Screw type Quantity Screw image
Base cover Captive screws
NOTE: Screws are
part of the base
cover.
8
3-cell battery/4-cell battery Captive screws 3
M.2 2230 solid-state drive
(SSD) extension bracket
M.2 2230/2280 solid-state
drive (SSD) thermal plate
M.2 2280 solid-state drive
(SSD)
● M2x2
● M2x2
● M2x2
● 2
● Clamshell: 2
2-in-1: 1
● 2-in-1: 1
●
●
●
WWAN card bracket M2x2.5 1
Thermal module M2x2.5 6
WLAN-antenna module bracket
(for 4G antennas)
● M2x2 ● 1
●
2
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