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Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement

Introduction

If your laptop isn't downloading data into a plugged in USB device, the USB port will need to be replaced. Use this guide to replace broken USB ports in your Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 laptop. No complicated manipulation is required.

What you need

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    • To release the battery, slide the orange tab to the right with a spudger.

    • The battery is now released and can be picked up and set to the side.

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  2. Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the sixteen 5.3 mm Phillips #0 screws.

    • Remove the three 3 mm Phillips #00 screws.

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  4. Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Flip the computer over and remove the touchpad cover.

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  5. Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the ribbon cable connecting the USB ports to the computer.

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  6. Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the one screw.

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  7. Acer Aspire V3-551-8469 USB Port Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Slide the USB port out.

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Conclusion

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

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