Keyboard cover
Description Spare part number
Keyboard covers
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For use with standard computer models
486852-001
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For use with bronze-colored Special Edition computer models 495663-001
Before removing the keyboard cover, 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 55).
5. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 72).
Remove the keyboard cover:
1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws (1), the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (2), and the
three Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screws (3) that secure the keyboard cover to the computer.
2. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.
3. Open the computer as far as possible.
4. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw (1), and the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw (2) securing the
keyboard cover to the top cover.
5. Release the keyboard cover (3) by sliding it toward the display assembly until it disengages from
the computer.
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