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Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement

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  1. Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Flip the computer so the bottom of the laptop is facing up.

  2. Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the ten JIS #0 screws around the edge of the laptop.

    • The two bottom screws are slightly shorter

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    • Use a Jimmy to carefully free each side of the bottom casing.

  4. Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Lift up the back casing from the computer.

    • You may hear clicking or snapping sounds. This is just the plastic clips coming loose.

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    • Remove the four 4.8mm JIS #0 screws (two on each fan).

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    Tool used on this step:
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    • Remove the fan's connector on the motherboard using a pair of tweezers.

    • Be gentle, as the small clips and wires can be easily damaged.

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    • Gently lift each fan up and out of position.

  8. Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Disconnect the screen connector by lightly pulling the clip out.

    • The wires are delicate; disconnecting shouldn't take much force.

  9. Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the seven 4mm JIS #0 screws from the motherboard.

    • One may be hidden, requiring disconnecting the screen connector.

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    • Unscrew the two 6.5mm JIS #0 screws located at the top corners of the motherboard.

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    • Using the opening tool, lift up the flaps that secure the screen to the base.

  12. Asus ROG Strix GL702VS Motherboard Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1
    • Disconnect the Wi-Fi antenna by unplugging the black and white wires located behind the ethernet port.

    • For reassembly, note the corresponding triangles for each wire.

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    • Use a spudger tool to lift the connector tabs on the motherboard and slide the four ribbons out.

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    • Grasp the motherboard where the fans are located and lift up.

    • Do not force it. If you feel resistance, restart this guide to ensure you have removed all screws and connectors.

Conclusion

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


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4 Guide Comments

Any recommendation on WHERE to get a replacement mobo for this unit? Not having any luck in tracking one down.

help - Reply

Try ebay -- that's where I got mine.. arrived in a few weeks from China.

turgut kalfaoglu - Reply

What I wonder is that, when replacing the motherboard, should I remove all the aluminium tape that's at the bottom of the case? I suspect some of it has lifted and caused a short previously..

turgut kalfaoglu - Reply

Yes I just replaced the motherboard. There are lots more tips that could have been added here but I used this page to remember where the screws are. Many thanks..

turgut kalfaoglu - Reply

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