Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document require the following tools:
• Phillips #0 screwdriver
• Phillips #1 screwdriver
• Philips #2 screwdriver
• Plastic scribe
• T-30 torx screwdriver
NOTE:
The #0 screw driver is for screws 0-1 and the #1 screw driver is for screws 2-4
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
M2x2 2
Base cover
Palm rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x4 1
Base cover
Palm rest and keyboard
assembly
M2.5x7 6
NOTE: Screw color
may vary depending
on the configuration
ordered.
Battery
Palm rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 4
Display panel
Display back-cover and
antenna assembly
M2x2 4
Fan
Palm rest and keyboard
assembly
M2.5x5 3
Hard-drive assembly
Palm rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 4
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