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HP Omnibook XE4100/XE4500 Removal and Replacement 2-29
Removing the CPU Module
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only)
Required Equipment
• Small flat-blade screwdriver.
Removal Procedure
1. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.
2. Remove these additional assemblies:
• Hard disk drive (page 2-6).
• Keyboard cover (page 2-10).
• Switchboard PCA (page 2-13).
• Keyboard (page 2-13).
• Display assembly (page 2-17).
• Top case (page 2-20).
• Heatsink (page 2-16).
3. Turn the lock screw one-half turn counterclockwise to release the CPU module (you should hear a
light snap). Carefully lift the CPU module off of its socket on the motherboard.
Figure 2-17. Removing the CPU Module
IMPORTANT: See the
Caution on the next
page before
reinstalling the CPU
module!