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Introduction |
| Inside the laptop contains many complex electrical components, most with exposed electrical connections. It is important to Power down the device prior to starting the repair as well as unplug the A/C adapter. While this covers most of the concern with electrical components, there still may be connectors with power going through them. There is no risk for a personal shock however no metal should be near the laptop during the repair. Necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc could potentially short out components on the motherboard of the laptop making your problem bigger than when you started the repair! | | | [br] | | | | When replacing the USB Port Hub, is is important to be delicate with taking the old hardware out as well as putting the new in. The USB Port Hub is connected to the motherboard which is also home to all the other components in the computer. Breaking this will complicate the repair so it is important to take it slow and be gentle. |
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