Bottom cover
Description Spare part number
Bottom cover (includes battery release latch, NFC board antenna cable, power connector cover,
and RJ-45 jack cover)
716739-001
Before removing the bottom cover, follow these steps:
1. Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 33).
5. Remove the service cover (see
Service cover on page 34).
6. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 44).
Remove the bottom cover:
1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.3 screws that secure the bottom cover to the computer.
2. Close the computer.
3. Turn the computer upside down, with the rear toward you.
4. Disconnect the microphone cable (1) from the system board.
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