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ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement

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  1. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement, RAM: step 1, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement, RAM: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the screw cover and remove the screw using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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  2. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the RAM cover by lifting the screw cover and pulling away firmly.

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  3. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Push outwards on the clips to release the RAM stick. The stick should pop up at an angle.

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  4. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Pull out the RAM stick carefully.

    • Do not use a prying motion as this will damage the hardware. Be careful not to damage the gold section of the RAM stick.

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  5. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Repeat steps 3-4 to remove the second RAM stick.

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  7. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement, Speaker Cover: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pry the back hinge cover piece away from the device.

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  8. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the speaker cable from the motherboard.

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  9. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement, Keyboard: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two screws from underneath the RAM cover.

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  10. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Remove all of the screws from the bottom of the case.

    • If replacing the screen, remove the rubber feet to reveal two more screws.

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  11. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the laptop over and remove the screws as shown

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  12. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully pry the keyboard away using your spudger and the opening tools.

    • Be sure not to damage the clips holding the keyboard to the bottom case.

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  13. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Detach the ribbon cable by releasing the clip

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  14. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement, Indicator Lights: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • With the motherboard exposed, locate the Indicator Lights and their white plastic housing piece.

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  15. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 1

    • Remove all 3 screws from the motherboard connection using the Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • Pull the plastic white housing piece away from the case.

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  16. ASUS ROG G46VW Indicator Lights Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the flat LED cable that connects the lights to the motherboard.

    • Flip the black cover upwards before pulling on the cable.

    • Repeat for the other connector piece.

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Conclusion

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

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Nicolas Catano

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