Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1 Motherboard Replacement

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• Make sure the device is off and unplugged from power.
• Flip the device so the bottom is facing up.
• Remove 11 screws from the bottom case using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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• Lift the top left and right corners up and away from the device.
• This may require some force and will make harsh clicking sounds. This is normal; it's the plastic tabs separating from each other.
• Remove the panel from the laptop.
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• Use an opening tool to disconnect the battery from the motherboard.
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• Remove the two screws from the battery with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
• Remove the battery by pulling up and out from the left side.
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• Disconnect the seven cables from the motherboard using an iFixit opening tool.
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• Use an iFixit opening tool to lift the two Wi-Fi antenna cables up and away from the Wi-Fi card.
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• Remove the six screws surrounding the fan using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
• Remove the two shorter screws from the motherboard using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
• Lift the taped wires off of the fans on the right and left sides.
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• Lift up the right side of the motherboard.
• The cables may need some guidance to leave the management holes on the motherboard.
• Continue to lift at an angle until there is a give.
• Remove the motherboard and fans from the laptop.
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