2-16 Removal and Replacement HP Omnibook 500
Removing the Switchboard PCA
(User-Replaceable)
Required Equipment
•
#0 Phillips screwdriver.
Removal Procedure
1.
Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.
2.
Remove the power button panel (page 2-9).
3.
Remove the retaining screw from the switchboard PCA.
Caution: Wireless models only
When removing the switchboard PCA from the computer, be careful not to pull on the wireless
cable that connects the display assembly to the PCA.
4.
Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver through the narrow slot in the bottom case, and carefully pry
the switchboard PCA off of the connector underneath.
5.
Wireless models only:
remove the wireless cable clip, and disconnect the wireless cable from the
PCA.
6.
Remove the PCA from the computer.
Figure 2-13. Removing the Switchboard PCA (wireless model shown)
Reassembly Notes
•
Wireless models only:
connect the wireless cable to the PCA, and reattach the cable clip.
•
Insert the back end of the switchboard PCA into its opening in the top case, then press the PCA
onto its connector.
Screw, M2×3mm
Wireless cable clip
attaches here