Compaq CQ45 Laptop User Manual


 
Top cover
Description Spare part number
Top cover (includes TouchPad and cable)
For use only in computer models with a fingerprint reader 486860-001
For use only in computer models without a fingerprint reader 486861-001
Before removing the top 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 43).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see
Hard drive on page 46)
b. Optical drive (see
Optical drive on page 44)
c. Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 56)
d. Switch cover (see
Switch cover on page 58)
e. Speaker assembly (see
Speaker assembly on page 60)
f. Display assembly (see
Display assembly on page 62)
Remove the top cover:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.
2. Remove the seven screws that secure the top cover to the computer.
(1) Three Phillips PM2.5×10.0 screws
(2) Two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws
(3) Two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws
Component replacement procedures 69