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3. Remove the four screw securing the Subwoofer to the Lower Cover.

NOTE: The screws securing the Subwoofer in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws.

Step	Size	Quantity	Screw Type
Subwoofer	M2*3	4

1. See "Removing the Subwoofer" on page 103.
2. Remove the six screws (three each side) securing the Hinge Supports to the Lower Cover.

Step	Size	Quantity	Screw Type
Hinge Supports	M2.5*4	6	*

3. Lift the Hinge Supports clear of the Lower Cover.

1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 99.
2. Remove the six screws securing the Speaker Module in place.

NOTE: The screws securing the Speaker Module in place are cushioned by rubber washers. Ensure that the washers are replaced before replacing the screws.

Step	Size	Quantity	Screw Type
Speaker Module	M2*3	6

1. See "Removing the Mainboard" on page 99.
2. Disconnect the fan cable from the Mainboard.

1. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.
2. Lift the Thermal Module clear of the Mainboard.

1. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on page 107.
2. Remove the two screws (in reverse numerical order from 2 to 1) securing the Graphics Card Heatsink to the Mainboard.

Step	Size	Quantity	Screw Type
Graphics Card Heatsink	M2.5*6.5	2

3. Lift the heatsink away from the Graphics Card as shown.

1. See "Removing the Graphics Card Heatsink" on page 108.
2. Remove the single screw securing the Graphics Card to the Mainboard.

Step	Size	Quantity	Screw Type
Graphics Card	M2.5*6.5	1

3. Remove the Graphics Card from the Mainboard connector.

1. See "Removing the Thermal Module" on page 107.
2. Turn the securing screw 180° to release the CPU from the socket.

3. Remove the CPU from the socket as shown.

IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.

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