HP (Hewlett-Packard) X2 Laptop User Manual


 
Hinge assembly removal
Description Spare part number
Hinge assembly 702354-001
Before removing the hinge, 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 base enclosure (see
Base enclosure on page 28).
5. Disconnect the battery cable (see
Battery on page 29).
Remove the hinge assembly:
1. Disconnect the hinge assembly left cable (1), and then disconnect the hinge assembly right
cable (2).
NOTE: The right hinge assembly cable may will already be disconnected if the multimedia
board has been removed.
2. Remove the two 5.0-mm screws (3) on the outside screw hole, and then remove the 2 3.0-mm
screws (4) on the inside screw hole.
3. Remove the hinge assembly (5). When removing the hinge assembly, make sure you account
for the hinge assembly right cable (6).
Reverse this procedure to install the hinge assembly.
34 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures