Robert:
I don't recommend using a screwdriver because of the scratches that Rick
mentioned.  Credit card or similar piece of plastic slid carefully along
the joint usually serves to pop it loose without damage.

With fairly long and strong nails, I use the side of my thumbnails.
Works like a charm and saves reaching for a tool.  I agree with all the
other advice.
Eric

Richard Swartz wrote:
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>
> Hi Robert,
>
> A few weeks ago I took apart a Toshiba Tecra and generally
> speaking, yes that's what you'll have to do. You shouldn't
> have any problems with tiny parts all over the place though,
> the newer notebooks are pretty modular in their construction
> so you usually have large component blocks to work with. I'd
> keep a flat-head screwdriver handy because the plastic case
> usually has tabs that interconnect with the opposite
> side, so you'll probably have to push them in with the
> screwdriver while pulling a bit on the casing. If all goes
> well you'll get it apart with just a few scratches on the
> casing. (Has anybody found a better way to do this, please
> tell me if you have.) If murphy's law should strike, you
> might also have to remove the mainboard to get to the floppy
> bay. You might want to take a polaroid so you have a way of
> getting everything back where it belongs. If you have parts left
> over when you close the casing: NOT GOOD ;-)In any case you
> probably lose any kind of warranty or guarantee you had.
>
> I wish you luck.
>
> Rick Swartz

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