The rear panel is secured to the front case by 26 clips attached to the rear panel. These clips lock onto small tabs machined into the front case.

To help in visualization, the 9 clips boxed in orange are located on the same side as the volume buttons.

To free the tabs, they must be pushed toward the center of the device. When using the plastic opening tool to free the rear panel, be sure to work the tool at the location of these clips.

Remove back cover by inserting a plastic opening tool along the edge of the device to release the clips.