Note: Depending on the computer model, an HDMI connector module might be installed in your computer
instead of a serial connector module. The replacement procedures for them are similar.
For access, do the following:
1. Remove the following parts in order, if any:
• "Computer stand" on page 64.
• "Rear cover" on page 67.
• "Optical drive" on page 68.
• "Optical drive holder" on page 70.
• "System board shield" on page 71.
• "VESA mount bracket cover" on page 73.
• "VESA mount bracket" on page 76.
2. Disconnect the serial connector cable from the system board.
Replacement procedure
M70a Gen 2
M90a Gen 2
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Chapter 6
Hardware removal and installation
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