Support

STEP 1

• Remove the eleven screws securing the lower case to the upper case.

NOTE: Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from to avoid damaging your device.

STEP 2

• Remove 2 hidden screws located underneath the rubber grips at the back (closer to the hinge)

STEP 3

• Remove the back panel by pulling up gently from the front edge.

STEP 4

• Remove the black tape on the PCBA

STEP 5

• Locate the cable attaching the battery to the motherboard and gently unplug it.

  NOTE: Carefully disconnect the cable parallel to the board, not at an angle. Otherwise, you could damage the port.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.