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Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement

Introduction

If a Google Chromecast is dropped or overheated, there is a chance the internal metal shiedling may lose integrity. The external case replacement guide should be consulted prior to this guide.

What you need

  1. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement, Case: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Place the Google Chromecast face down (with text not showing) on a flat surface.

    • Insert a flat tool just above the micro-USB port to detach the top part of the case from the bottom.

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  2. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Continue prying the top of the case from the bottom toward the HDMI port until the top casing is completely removed.

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  3. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the circuit board, lifting from the HDMI port.

    • The power button may become dislodged.

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  4. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the plastic clamp from the heatsink.

    • Do not pry too hard to avoid breaking the clamp.

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  5. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Insert a plastic opening tool under the heatsink, and pry the heatsink up and out of the case.

    • The adhesive's strength may vary, and force should be applied gently until it becomes dislodged to avoid breaking the device.

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  7. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement, Metal Shielding: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the metal extensions from the HDMI port.

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  8. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Insert the plastic opening tool into the corner next to the metal extensions, prying upward.

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  9. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the metal piece around the metal, extruding it from the internal components.

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  10. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Completely remove the top metal casing to expose the internal components.

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  11. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Pry metal extensions from the HDMI port on the posterior side of the device.

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  12. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Insert the plastic opening tool under the corner to pry off the metal casing from the internal components.

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  13. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Continue prying around the device, removing the metal piece from the internal components.

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  14. Chromecast Metal Shielding Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Completely remove the bottom metal piece.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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