Insert and gently twist the flat metal spudger between the keyboard assembly and the bottom plastic cover so that a small seam is opened.

Put in the metal spudger in the seam to hold its place while twisting and levering the flat metal spudger along the whole keyboard.

Be careful not to hit any of the internals with the metal spudger. The regular black nylon spudger should be used whenever possible, especially around batteries or sensitive internal components.

You will need add a lot of pressure to open the laptop. Expect to hear snaps as the clips holding the two pieces are released.

Slowly pry off the back