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Installing the touchpad assembly

CAUTION:The information in this installation section is intended for authorized service technicians only.

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the touchpad assembly and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Figure 1. Installing the touchpad assembly
Image: Installing the touchpad assembly

Steps

  1. Connect the touchpad cable (TP) to the connector on the touchpad assembly and close the latch to secure the cable in place.
  2. Place the touchpad into its slot on the computer.
  3. Align the screw holes on the touchpad assembly to the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  4. Replace the nine screws (M1.6x1.8) that secure the touchpad assembly to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  5. Connect the touchpad cable (MB) to the touchpad cable connector (JTP1) on the system board and close the latch to secure the cable.

Next steps

  1. Install the battery.
  2. Install the base cover.
  3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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