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- The opening procedure is straightforward, with a clever design that represents a dramatic improvement over its predecessors.
- The M.2 SSD is fully modular and easy to access.
- Torx Plus screws call for relatively rare drivers, but our standard Torx drivers worked in a pinch.
- Display access is well-prioritized, but must be replaced as an (expensive) complete unit—subcomponents aren't modular.
- While many components are modular, intricate layered construction makes them difficult to service.
- The firmly glued-down battery will be very difficult to service when it inevitably goes kaput.
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What is the purpose of the metal shield covering the trackpad and keyboard cable connectors? Is it to protect them or it is just a barrier to prevent repair?
Dinan Blueje - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
It’s a form of electromagnetic shielding I assume. This is a very common design on smartphones but not on laptops, no idea why Microsoft does this.
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Since there are heatpipes running all over these metal shieldings, it’s also reasonable to say that they act as a form of heatsink to even out the heat
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@dblueje It’s likely a shield to protect against electromagnetic interference.
Finally, Microsoft has a laptop that can be opened.
Ethan Z - crwdns2934203:0crwdne2934203:0
That’s unfortunate, because you can’t remove the shield without destroying it(so it will never go back in again).
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