Steps1 Loosen the nine captive screws (M2.5x5) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.2 Pry the base cover starting from the top-right corner of the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.3 Lift the base cover off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.Installing the base coverPrerequisiteIf you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.About this taskThe following images indicate the location of the base cover and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure:14 Removing and installing components