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| + | [title] Remove cover |
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| + | [* icon_note] The back cover is attached to the laptop housing with a series of plastic tabs. The goal is to disengage these tabs by slowing prying the cover away from the body of laptop. We will create the opening for this with plastic opening picks. |
| + | [* icon_caution] The back cover has a ***VERY*** snug fit. You will have to use a lot more force than you probably expect to insert the picks. If you get frustrated, take a break for a few minutes to calm down. It may seem impossible but it will happen eventually. |
| + | [* icon_caution] It may be impossible to avoid marring the laptop surface slightly during this process, even with plastic tools. |
| + | [* black] Starting at one of the bottom corners, push hard on the pick to wedge it into the gap between the back cover and the rest of the unit. Try a few different spots and angles near the corner until you get the pick in. |
| + | [* icon_caution] Be careful not to put all of your weight on the back of the laptop as you do this. You may find it helpful to put the laptop on its side. |
| + | [* icon_caution] Once the pick is in, push it in further as a placeholder. If you remove the pick here, the gap will probably close back up. |
| + | [* black] Take a second pick and work your way up the short side, towards the hinges. Twist the picks slightly as you go to open the gap further. Eventually you will be able to pull the cover enough to disengage the tabs. When a tab is disengaged, it will make a noticeable popping sound and the gap will stay open on its own. |
| + | [* black] Slowly work your way around the laptop. Be extra careful near the hinges. Eventually the cover will be completely removed. |
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