Removing and installing compo nents
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warran ty.
Components
Servicing
You may remove and install the components described in this chapter yourself
after consulting the Hotline/Help Desk.
If you remove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Help
Desk, then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull the power plug out of th e mains socket.
• Remove the battery.
• Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other comp onent.
• Never use sharp objects suc
h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoardESD
Boards with electrostatic sensitive de vice s (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling boards fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following
points:
• You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
• The equipment and tools you use must be fre e of static charges.
• Remove the power plug fro m the mains supply before inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs b y their edges.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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