Acer 721TX Service Guide - Page 63

Chapter 3 Removal and Replacement This chapter contains procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: 6 Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge 6 Two flat-bladed screwdrivers 6 Phillips screwdriver 6 Hexagonal screwdriver 6 Tweezers 6 Plastic stick 6 Special tool for CPU The flowchart on the following page gives a clearer and more graphic representation of the entire disassembly sequence. Please refer to it from time to time, together with the screw list below. For a more detailed disassembly procedure, please refer to the Service CD kit. The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws together with the corresponding components to avoid mismatches when replacing the components. Chapter 3 55