Difficulty
Moderate
Steps
4
Time Required
20 minutes
Sections
1
- Stand
- 4 steps
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Introduction
The part number for the stand this system uses is the HP 507866-001 stand. Note: This part does not include screws. You will need to get the diameter with a digital caliper if you do not have the screws. I DO NOT have this information to hand right now.
What you need
Step 1
Unplug the power supply
- Unplug the power supply from the system.
Unplug the power supply from the system.
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Step 2
Remove the RAM door
- Unscrew the RAM door from the system. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver. Once you do this, unclip it from the bottom and pull forward.
Unscrew the RAM door from the system. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver. Once you do this, unclip it from the bottom and pull forward.
Step 3
Screwdriver placement tip
- The top screws on the hinge are a burden to remove. You will have to do something like the pictures here show to make it go a little easier.
The top screws on the hinge are a burden to remove. You will have to do something like the pictures here show to make it go a little easier.
Step 4
Remove the stand
- Remove the stand from the system. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to loosen the 4 screws. Grab the stand up to remove it from the system. There is no need to force it off.
Remove the stand from the system. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to loosen the 4 screws. Grab the stand up to remove it from the system. There is no need to force it off.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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