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Acer Chromebook R11 C738T-C44Z Speakers Replacement

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  1. Acer Chromebook R11 C738T-C44Z Speakers Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 Acer Chromebook R11 C738T-C44Z Speakers Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 Acer Chromebook R11 C738T-C44Z Speakers Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Lay the laptop with the back side up.

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove eleven 3 mm screws.

    • Use the opening tool to pry the back cover off gently by placing it in the seam and working your way around the perimeter.

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    • Unplug the battery connector from the motherboard. (The motherboard is a group of wires in rainbow colors)

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 3 mm screws, (one on each side of the battery), that secure it in place.

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    • Remove battery from its holder by pulling it upwards from the device

    • Attempt to remove it as gently as possible to avoid damaging the Motherboard

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    • Install the new battery and again use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 3 mm screws

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    • Gently remove the LED Board Ribbon connected to the mother board.

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    • Gently pry up speaker up using a spudger or opening tool to remove it.

    • It has an adhesive, so you might have to use some force.

    • Screwdrivers should not be used as prying tools and could cause damage to delicate components.

    • Repeat the same process for the other speaker.

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    • Use the opening tool to unplug the speaker cable from the motherboard.

    • Disconnect the keyboard ribbon cable from the motherboard.

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    • Using the opening tool to unlock and disconnect the touchpad cable.

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    • Gently lift the speakers up and remove the cable from the system.

Conclusion

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

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