HP 15-db0015dx USB/SD Card Reader Replacement

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Use this guide if the SD card reader or the USB drive located on the right side of the HP 15-db0015dx laptop stops working. Before starting this guide be sure to eject the SD card inside the laptop if applicable, remove any USB connectors and fully power off the device.

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• Power off the device before starting.
• Remove the rubber strips that hide the screws using the spudger.
• Flip the device and unscrew the eleven screws with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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• Use the spudger tool to pry open the back cover.
• Lift the back panel to access the inside.
• Slide the CD drive to the left, and remove.
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• Unscrew the three battery screws with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
• Lift the battery up, disconnecting the connector first.
• Push forward and remove the battery.
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• Remove the four screws on the hard drive bracket with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
• Pull the hard drive bracket out.
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• Remove the hard drive from the connector by sliding it to the left until the connector is disengaged.
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• Lift up on the connector pin that attaches the SD card reader to the motherboard
• Gently pull the wire out
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• Snake the wire underneath the battery support
• Pull the wire out to allow the SD Card reader to be removed
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• Remove the two Phillips #0 screws holding the SD Card reader in place.
• Gently pull the SD card reader up and out of the slot.
• A spudger may have to be used to pop the SD card reader out of place.
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