Service Guide 6-21
6.5.19 Removing/Replacing the Touchpad Assembly
Use the following procedure to remove/replace the Touchpad Assembly:
1. Remove the Keyboard Assembly as described in Paragraph 6.5.4.
2. Remove the Top Cover Assembly as described in Paragraph 6.5.10.
3. Refer to Figure 6-23; remove the center screw and disconnect the Touchpad cable J1.
4. Remove the Touchpad main sensor and connector unit.
5. Remove the two side screws and remove the metal plate.
6. Lift up and remove the Touchpad buttons.
7. Lift up and remove the Touchpad.
8. Replacement is essentially the reverse of Steps 1 through 7.
Remove 1 screw and disconnect J1
Lift up and remove touchpad buttons Lift up and remove touchpad
Figure 6-23 Removing/Replacing the Touchpad Assembly
Caution: If the notebook is powered up with the LCD bezel removed, you can be exposed to high
voltages which could result in shock and equipment damage. Ensure that the batteries
and AC adapter are removed from the notebook when working on the LCD/Display
assembly.