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The motherboard is the brain of the computer. It controls everything from image generation to file access and everything in-between. This component can get damaged due to liquid exposure, drops from tall heights, and insect infestations. Take care to make sure the motherboard is disconnected from power before starting.
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Flip the device such that the labels are on top.
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Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the four 8mm screws near the back.
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Use the same screwdriver to remove the four 5mm screws in the front.
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Use the same screwdriver to remove the single 9mm screw in the center.
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Remove the back cover by gently prying with a spudger.
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Remove the eight 5mm screws using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Disconnect the battery ribbon cable from the motherboard.
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Unscrew the three 4mm screws holding the hard drive to the board.
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Pull on the tab on the left side of the hard drive and slowly disconnect it from the board.
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Unplug and remove the CMOS battery.
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Unscrew the five 5mm screws holding the left board together.
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Unplug the two connectors on the left board.
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Remove the single 3mm screw from the sound chip.
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Unplug the sound chip.
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Remove the sound chip.
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Remove the six 4mm screws holding the fan and CPU cover.
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Unplug the fan.
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Remove the fan and CPU cover.
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Unscrew the nine 4mm screws holding the right board together.
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Remove the two remaining connectors on the board.
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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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