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Mac mini Late 2018 Logic Board Assembly Replacement

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      • Grasp the power supply cable and lift to disconnect it from the logic board, wiggling as needed to loosen it up.

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      • Carefully lift the connector for the LED indicator light straight up to disconnect it from its socket on the logic board.

      • Take care not to pry under the socket, or you may break it off the board.

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      • Use a T10 Torx driver to remove the two 7.5 mm screws securing the logic board.

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      • In this step, you'll push the logic board free from the clips holding it to the frame. Push only where directed or you may damage the fragile cooling fins.

      • Place a thumb at each end of the exhaust vent, over the fan screw holes.

      • Push firmly in the direction of the ports until the logic board unclips and begins to slide out of the Mac mini.

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      • Slide the logic board out of the case.

      • When reinstalling the logic board, make sure to hold the thin LED indicator light cable out of the way so it doesn't get damaged.

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

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