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Chapter 6. Replacing devices<br />
You can increase the capacity of the memory or the hard disk drive by replacing the original, built-in<br />
device with an optional one. Or, if you need to, you can replace the PCI Express Mini Card by following<br />
the procedures in this section.<br />
• “Static electricity prevention” on page 115<br />
• “Replacing the battery” on page 116<br />
• “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page 125<br />
• “Replacing the keyboard” on page 118<br />
• “Replacing memory” on page 143<br />
• “Installing and replacing the mSATA solid state drive” on page 141<br />
• “Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection” on page 131<br />
• “Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN connection” on page 137<br />
• “Replacing the SIM card” on page 146<br />
• “Replacing the solid state drive” on page 128<br />
Static electricity prevention<br />
Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options.<br />
Improper handling of static-sensitive parts can cause damage to the part. When you unpack an option<br />
or CRU, do not open the static-protective package containing the part until the instructions direct you<br />
to install it.<br />
When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions<br />
to avoid static-electricity damage:<br />
• Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you.<br />
• Always handle components carefully. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other circuit boards by the<br />
edges. Never touch exposed circuitry.<br />
• Prevent others from touching components.<br />
• When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the<br />
part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two<br />
seconds. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body.<br />
• When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the static-protective packaging and install the part<br />
without setting it down. When this is not possible, place the static-protective packaging on a smooth,<br />
level surface and place the part on it.<br />
• Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.<br />
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