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When replacing the system board, be sure to remove the following components from the defective
system board and install on the replacement system board:
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Memory module (see
Memory modules on page 50)
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SIM (see
SIM on page 45)
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WLAN/Bluetooth module (see
WLAN/Bluetooth combo card on page 54)
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WWAN module (see
WWAN module on page 52)
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Processor (see
Processor on page 66)
Remove the system board:
1. Position the computer upright with the front toward you.
2. Disconnect the following cables from the system board (model 4440s/4441s shown): .
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(1) Power cable
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(2) Display cable
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(3) Battery connector cable
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(4) USB connector cable
3. If disassembling 4440s/4441s models, skip to step 7.
4. For model 4540s, remove the three Phillips PM2.5×4.5 screws (1) that secure the system board
to the computer. Note that two of the screws secure the optical drive connector board and hard
drive connector board.
5. Disconnect the display cable from the system board (if necessary).
86 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures