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7. Remove the switch cover (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the switch cover.
Top cover
Description Spare part number
Top cover for dv3000 models (includes TouchPad and cable, fingerprint reader board cable, and
caps lock LED board and cable)
468819-001
Top cover for dv3500 models (includes TouchPad and cable, fingerprint reader board cable, and
caps lock LED board and cable)
501011-001
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 51)
b. Optical drive (see
Optical drive on page 48)
c. Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 54)
d. Switch cover (see
Switch cover on page 57)
58 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures