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Figure 2.  Main Battery Assembly Removal
9. Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of an I/O 
connector on the back of the computer. 
NOTICE: While you work, periodically touch the I/O panel to           
dissipate any static electricity that might harm components.   
Screw Identification and Tightening
The illustrations in the following removal procedures provide lengths of the 
correct screws for each procedure. Figure 3 shows examples. Match the actual 
screw to the illustration to check for correct length.
Figure 3.  Screw Identification
NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the     
correct length. Otherwise, you could damage the hardware. Make 
sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, 
and avoid overtightening. 
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