I've found that inserting the power cable at the top works a heck of a lot better if you insert it partially when the ZIF is locked down. Then open...

• Mar 11, 2013 by FrostyWinnipeg in Default

For the back trim piece try to lift it front to back There is a small hook about 1/3 in from the right edge that holds it in good. So beware of that.

• Feb 28, 2013 by FrostyWinnipeg in Default

I left mine attached but if you worried you might damage them when resetting the CPU/chipset heatsink then take em off

• Feb 28, 2013 by FrostyWinnipeg in Default

Pulling out and putting back in these cables at the bottom of the picture arguably the toughest job. Luckily, they are on ebay and in a pinch if...

• Feb 28, 2013 by FrostyWinnipeg in Default

The HP disassembly manual wrongly indicates 3 screws here.

• Feb 28, 2013 by FrostyWinnipeg in Default