Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
•
Phillips screwdriver #0
•
Phillips screwdriver #1
•
Torx #5 (T5) screwdriver
•
Plastic scribe
Screw list
NOTE:
When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws,
and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type
is restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE:
Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE:
Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component
Base cover
Battery
Battery
Right fan
I/O board shield
Left fan
Solid-state drive1
solid-state drive2
Speakers
8
Removing and installing components
Secured to
Screw type
Palm-rest and
M2x3
keyboard assembly
Palm-rest and
M2x3
keyboard assembly
Palm-rest and
M2x4
keyboard assembly
System board and
M2x4
palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
I/O board
M2x4
System board and
M2x4
palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
System board
M2x2
System board
M2x2
Palm-rest and
M2x2
keyboard assembly
Quantity
Screw image
8
4
4
1
1
2
1
1
4
2