Removing an d installing comp onents
during servicin g
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorized
opening or incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (e lectric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate y our w arranty.
Components
Serv icin g
After consulting the Hotline/Service D e sk, you ma y remove and install the
components described in this chapter yourself.
If you re m ove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Service
Desk, then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull the power plug out of the electrical o utlet.
• Always remove the battery.
• Take care whe n you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
• Never use sharp objects such as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoa rdESD
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling boards fitted with ESDs, you must a lways observe the following
points:
• You must always discharge static b uild up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
• The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.
• Remove the pow er plug from the AC supply before inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESD s by their edges.
• Never touch pins or c onductors on boards fitted w ith ESDs.
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