Acer Chromebook C720-2827 SD Card Reader/USB Port Replacement
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Last updated on Apr 30, 2019
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide explains how to remove the SD Card Reader and the USB Port next to it. Before removing the two ports, the back panel assembly, battery, and speakers needs to be removed. Once all of these are removed, the two ports can be easily disconnected from the Chromebook.
What you need
Tools
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Spudger4.9
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Remove the thirteen 6.0mm screws on the back panel using your Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the two 6.0mm screws securing the battery with your Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the three 6.0mm screws using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the two 3.0mm screws using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Position the spudger under the switch that connects the ribbon cable to the motherboard.
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Flick the spudger up to flip the switch up.
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Grab the edges of each piece of circuitry that is included with the SD Card Reader and USB Port.
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Pull each piece of circuitry out of the Chromebook and remove it from the device.
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Position the spudger under the switch.
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Flick the spudger up to flip the switch up.
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Pull on the blue tab of the ribbon cable to remove the ribbon cable.
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Repeat the previous step and this step with the other ribbon cable that is attached to the SD Card Reader/USB Port.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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