Replacing an adapter
Attention:
Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important
safety information” in the Quick Reference that was included with your computer or in the
Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Quick
Reference or HMM, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support.
1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 5.
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side.
2. At the rear of the computer, push the blue adapter latch as indicated and pivot
it to the open position.
3. Remove the adapter by pulling it straight out of the adapter connector.
4. Install the new adapter into the same adapter connector. Ensure the adapter is
fully seated into the adapter connector.
5. At the rear of the computer, pivot the blue adapter latch to the closed position
to secure the adapters.
6. Go to “Completing the installation” on page 33.
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