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Asus Chromebook C300M Mousepad Replacement

Introduction

This repair guide will give step-by-step instructions on how to remove the back of the Chromebook to remove and replace the Mousepad.

What you need

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    • Flip the Chromebook on its front.

    • Remove the screws on the back using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Remove the six 8mm screws.

    • Remove the five 5mm screws.

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  2. Asus Chromebook C300M Mousepad Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Separate the plastic case from the keyboard at the seam by using a plastic opening tool.

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    • The small and wide ribbon cables connect the keyboard to the motherboard.

    • Disconnect the small ribbon cable by lifting the flap and sliding it out of the motherboard input toward the battery using a spudger.

    • Disconnect the wide ribbon cable by lifting the flap and sliding it out of the motherboard input toward the battery using spudger.

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    • Remove the keyboard and flip it onto its front. You should see the back of the mousepad.

    • Lift the foil strips to reveal two hidden screws. Then remove all four 2mm screws from the top of the trackpad with the Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Remove the mousepad by sliding it upward.

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Conclusion

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

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