Audio connector board
Description Spare part number
Audio connector board (includes cable) 454690-001
Before removing the audio connector board, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 37).
5.
Remove the following components:
a.
Hard drive compartment cover (see
Hard drive on page 39)
b.
Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 48)
c.
Hinge cover (see
Hinge cover on page 50)
d.
Top cover (see
Top cover on page 52)
Remove the audio connector board:
1. Release the ZIF connector (1) to which the audio connector board cable is connected and disconnect
the audio connector board cable (2) from the system board. The audio connector board cable is
included with the audio connector board and is also available in the Cables Kit, spare part number
454682-001.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screw (3) that secures the audio connector board to the base
enclosure.
3. Remove the audio connector board and cable (4).
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