Table of contents
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Product description
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Model numbers: 15-dc1000~15-dc1999, 15t-dc100
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Model numbers: 15-dc0000~15-dc0999, 15t-dc000
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Getting to know your computer
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Right side
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Left side
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Rear
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Display
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Keyboard area
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Touchpad
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Lights
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Button
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Special keys
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Bottom
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Labels
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Illustrated parts catalog
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Computer major components
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Display assembly subcomponents
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Miscellaneous parts
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Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements
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Tools required
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Service considerations
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Plastic parts
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Cables and connectors
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Drive handling
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Workstation guidelines
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Electrostatic discharge information
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Generating static electricity
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Preventing electrostatic damage to equipment
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Personal grounding methods and equipment
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Grounding the work area
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Recommended materials and equipment
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Packaging and transporting guidelines
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