Community-Contributed Guide
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What you need
Tools
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Plastic prying tools$5.954.8Optional
To more easily separate the cover on the back from the screen in order to access the components inside.
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Spudger4.9Optional
Usefull for removing antenna cables, or the rubber plugs that cover the 2 screws on the back
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Remove screws at the circles
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Remove gum strap and screw 5 screws out
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Use a big screwdriver or some plastic to softly open the entire case around, starting at one down corner where your removed the screws before. The plastic clips will click a little. Don't be to hard.
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Then you can lay the back next to the front, see second picture.
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You can now remove and/or replace harddrive easily. (This can be done in later steps, but will be necessary before attempting to move the motherboard)
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If you're only replacing the drive, then you're done here. Retrace your steps to get the device back to and assembled product.
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If you are replacing or fixing something else as well, please continue with the steps.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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