You will need a Phillips screwdriver and the jimmy for this step.

Remove the screws shown.

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Remove the screws shown.

Flip the laptop right side up and open the lid.

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Insert the jimmy in between the top cover and the base and slide it along the edge of the laptop. Repeat for the opposite edge.

Swing the upper left and upper right corners away from the screen and lift the top cover away from the laptop.