How Do You Remove the Switch Cover on an HP Pavilion dv7t-1000 ?

I'm trying to replace the keyboard in this beast, but I can't get the Switch Cover (aka "Quick Play "Cover) off. The HP service manual and every video I've seen make it look easy, but this one is just plain STUCK. When I try to lift up from the center as it shows in the manual, it won't budge. I've tried prying the sides up with a guitar pick as shown on YouTube, but that didn't work either.
Has anyone ever done this? Is there a trick to it? I've been successful with similar repairs before, but this looks impossible
...Thanks!

I was very hesitant in replacing my HD in the G4 iBook, but it was finally running so slowly, that it was my last resort. Now, the iBook has never run faster, or cooler. I replaced the 40 GB Toshiba with an 80 GB Western Digital Serpico, running 5400 RPM. I was VERY careful, and checked things twice. There are a few tricky sections, and a few parts that can get destroyed, (wire connectors) but overall it was easier than I anticipated. Needle nose pliers and tweezers help!

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