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Unscrew the nine PH#0 captive screws on the bottom of the device.
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Use a pick to run along the outside of the device popping all the clips. Prying should not be necessary.
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Disconnect the daughterboard data cables.
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Pull the daughterboard power cable out of its socket parallel to the motherboard.
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Remove the M2x3 screw and cover, and disconnect the antenna cables.
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Disconnect the touchpad, keyboard, and speakers where shown.
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Remove the four M2x4 screws, as well as the cover over the LVDS cable (top right).
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Lift the motherboard out from the left side and pull away from the body of the chromebook.
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Apply lateral force to the IO shield to break the adhesive holding it to the motherboard.
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During reassembly, make sure to include a thermal pad on the CPU. Usually you can reuse the one from the previous motherboard, but it's best to have access to a new pad in case the old one is not usable.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
