About this task
The figure indicates the location of the keyboard bracket and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
1. Align the screw holes on the keyboard bracket with the screw holes on the keyboard and palm-rest assembly.
2. Replace the 39 screws (M1.2x2) that secure the keyboard bracket to the keyboard and palm-rest assembly.
Next steps
1. Install the system board.
2. Install the power-adapter port.
3. Install the power button with fingerprint reader.
4. Install the I/O board.
5. Install the display assembly.
6. Install the CPU fan.
7. Install the GPU fan.
8. Install the WLAN card.
9. Install the battery.
10. Install the base cover.
11. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Keyboard
Removing the keyboard
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the battery.
4. Remove the WLAN card.
5. Remove the GPU fan.
Removing and installing components
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