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HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement

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  1. HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement, Power off the laptop: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Shut down the laptop.

    • Unplug the charger and any other cables from the laptop.

  2. HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement, Remove the bottom cover screws: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Close the laptop and flip it over so the rubber feet are facing up. Place the laptop on a soft surface to avoid damaging the top cover.

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the bottom cover.

    • Two 6.8 mm‑long screws near the rear of the laptop.

    • Two 4.8 mm‑long screws near the front of the laptop.

  3. HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement, Release the bottom cover clips: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement, Release the bottom cover clips: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • The clips attached to the bottom cover are fragile. Use caution when releasing them.

    • Insert an opening pick under the bottom cover at the rear of the laptop.

    • Twist the pick until one or more clips release.

    • Repeat this procedure along the rear edge until you release all the clips.

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    • The bottom cover is fragile. Use caution when bending it.

    • Place your fingers under the part of the bottom cover you've raised, near a corner.

    • Use your fingers to gently pry up the corner of the bottom cover.

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    • Insert an opening pick under the edge of the bottom cover next to the corner you've raised.

    • Pry up the back cover clips along the edge.

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    • Use an opening pick to repeat the procedure from the previous step to pry up the remaining sides of the bottom cover.

  7. HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement, Remove the bottom cover: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 HP 15-fc0000 Series Bottom Cover Replacement, Remove the bottom cover: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Remove the bottom cover.

    • Some clips may re-engage when you're releasing other sides. If the bottom cover doesn't lift off easily, use the opening pick to release any remaining clips.

    • During reassembly, lay the bottom cover on the laptop so the sides of the cover align with the sides of the laptop. Then, gently press on the sides until you hear the clips click. If the clips don't engage easily, adjust the cover and try again.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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