28 Remove the two bolts (BJ) and nuts (BA)
holding the PCMCIA slot assembly to the
bottom system board, shown in the figure on
page 165.
29 Remove the PCMCIA slot assembly, shown in
the figure on page 165.
3 Remove the modem shown in the figure on
page 165.
The modem is held in place with an adhesive
gasket. You may need to pry gently on the modem
to remove it from the bottom system board. When
you reinstall the modem, you may need to apply a
new adhesive gasket.
Taking Apart the Base Assembly
31 Remove the power switch cover, shown in the
figure on page 165.
Warning: The speaker can magnetize metal and corrupt a
diskette.
Warning: A scratch can damage the speaker. Be careful
not to damage it with screwdrivers, screws, or other
objects.
32 Remove the speaker, shown in the figure on
page 165.
After you have removed the speaker, carefully
remove any metal particles that might have flaked
off.
33 Remove the adhesive gasket shown in the
figure on page 165.
Replacement: Follow these steps in order:
1. Remove the old adhesive gasket and apply a
new one to the base.
2. With the front of the base facing you, rotate
the speaker so that the speaker wires are at
“one o’clock,” then attach the speaker to the
gasket.
3. Position the speaker cable under the bottom
system board and between the inverter card
and the top system board to the connector on
the top system board.
34 Remove the screen over the speaker, shown in
the figure on page 165.
If the screen over the speaker is damaged, replace
it.
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