Top cover
Description Spare part number
For use only with computer models equipped with a fingerprint reader 486527-001
For use only with computer models not equipped with a fingerprint reader 486526-001
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 52).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see
Hard drive on page 62)
b. Optical drive (see
Optical drive on page 55)
c. Switch cover and keyboard (see
Switch cover and keyboard on page 69)
d. Speaker assembly (see
Speaker assembly on page 74)
e. Display assembly (see
Display assembly on page 76)
Remove the top cover:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.
2. Remove the 12 Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer.
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