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Acer Chromebook 15 C910-C453 Trackpad Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the trackpad.

What you need

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    • Turn the Chromebook onto its backside and unscrew the the following Phillips #1 screws:

    • Sixteen 5mm Phillips screws located around the border.

    • Two 5mm Phillips screws located in center.

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  2. Acer Chromebook 15 C910-C453 Trackpad Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back cover by carefully prying each side with an iFixit Opening Tool.

    • Set aside back cover.

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    • Using a spudger, carefully unplug the rainbow wires connected to the top of the battery.

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    • Unscrew the 4mm Phillips #1 screw located at the top right of battery.

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  6. Acer Chromebook 15 C910-C453 Trackpad Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery.

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    • Unscrew the seven 6mm Phillips screws located around the trackpad.

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  8. Acer Chromebook 15 C910-C453 Trackpad Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Lift up the rectangular metal plate at the base.

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    • Flip the black bar where the white ribbon is connected to the trackpad upward to unlock it.

    • Gently pull the white ribbon away from the trackpad.

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    • Gently lift the trackpad up and pull towards you to remove the trackpad.

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Conclusion

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

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