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If the USB and/or side ports of your Acer Spin 5 SP515-51GN-807G are malfunctioning or not working at all, use this guide to replace the USB and side ports.
The USB ports can be used to connect a mouse to the laptop or charge other devices. If you notice that the ports aren’t working and connecting to other devices, it could be due to debris build-up or broken ports.
A cause inoperative side ports could be due to a blockage caused by dust or other debris. It is possible to try and remove the dust using a dust blower.
Always remember to power down the device before beginning replacement.
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Remove the eleven 6.5 mm screws that secure the back case using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Use a plastic opening tool to gently pry open the back cover.
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Gently remove the back cover from the device.
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Using tweezers, remove the piece of black tape over the battery cable connector.
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Remove the piece of black tape that covers the battery.
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Grip the battery cable on both sides with your fingertips and gently pull it away from the port.
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Remove the two 3.5 mm screws that secure the battery using a Phillips #00 screwdriver (PH00 bit).
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Carefully place your fingers under the plastic lip where the screws were removed.
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Lift upwards to remove the battery.
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Using tweezers, carefully grip the sensor cable by the white and red tab.
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Using gentle pressure, remove the cable from its connection by pulling outward.
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Place your fingernail underneath the locking black tab of the ZIF connector on the USB/Side Port Board and pry it upwards to release the cable.
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Remove the ribbon interconnect cable from the connector.
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Remove the two 3.5mm screws that secure the side ports using a Phillips #00 screwdriver (PH00 bit).
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Using tweezers, gently grip the middle of the board that contains the side ports and carefully pull out to remove it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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