CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the back panel on the computer.
NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when
removing the hinge cover.
Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws inside the battery bay.
1
M2 x 3-mm screws (2)
Turn the computer over, and then open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests flat on
your work surface.
Insert a plastic scribe into the indent along the right edge of the hinge cover to pry the hinge cover
loose.
Moving from right to left, ease the hinge cover up and remove it from the computer.
1
hinge cover
2
indent
Replacing the Hinge Cover
CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the back panel on the computer.
