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Asus X200CA Motherboard and RAM Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show you how to replace the motherboard of the Asus X200CA Laptop. In this device both components are one piece.

What you need

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    • Remove the 8 black 4.7mm screws securing the keyboard to the bottom cover.

    • Remove the black 14.5mm screw from the center of the bottom cover.

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    • Wedge a metal spudger between the keyboard and bottom cover and slide it around the perimeter until all edges separate.

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    • Pull apart the keyboard and the bottom cover using your hands.

    • The keyboard and trackpad cables are still connected to the mainboard via a ZIF connector. Carefully disconnect them before completely removing the keyboard to prevent damage to the board or cables.

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    • Remove the black plastic cover.

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    • Remove the 10 black 4.7mm screws holding the motherboard/RAM in place using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Use tweezers to separate the 2 sliding connectors and the ribbon cable connector.

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    • Use fingers to grab the black tape tab and pull back to disconnect the battery connector.

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    • Lift the motherboard/RAM out from the frame.

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Conclusion

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

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