Replacing FRUs

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Replacing the card reader

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

  1. 1

    Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

  2. 2

    Remove the computer cover.  For details, see Removing the computer cover.

  3. 3

    Remove the front bezel.  For details, see Removing the front bezel.

  4. 4

    Pivot the drive bay assembly upward.  For details, see Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward.

  5. 5

    Disconnect the card reader cable from the system board.

  6. 6

    Replace the card reader.


    Caution

    Touch only the edges of the card reader. Do not touch the card reader’s circuit board.




    1. 1 Removing the card reader
    2. 2 Installing the card reader
  7. 7

    Connect the card reader cable to the system board.

  8. 8

    Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables.  For details, see Completing the parts replacement.