Compaq F500 Laptop User Manual


 
Switch cover
Description Spare part number
Switch cover (includes display convertible hinge base cover) 442889-001
Before removing the switch 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 cord.
4.
Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 28).
Remove the switch cover:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the rear panel toward you.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×10.0 screws (1) and the Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw (2) that secure
the switch cover to the computer.
3. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.
4. Open the computer as far as possible.
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