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Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

A damaged motherboard is a serious issue and can be a hassle to fix, but it doesn't have to be! By following the quick and easy motherboard replacement guide you can have your Chromebook working again in no time!

What you need

  1. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the eleven 3mm Phillips #1 screws.

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  2. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use a plastic opening tool to gently remove the back panel.

    • It can be easier to pry open near a corner.

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  3. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Use your fingers to remove the connecting cable to the battery unit. Firmly grab the cord closest to the motherboard connection and pull straight back.

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  4. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four 2mm screws on the sides of the battery.

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  5. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • To remove the battery, lift up on one side to get your fingers underneath and lift away.

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  6. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement, Network Card: step 6, image 1 of 2 Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement, Network Card: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Use #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the 1mm screw in the network card.

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  7. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the network card from motherboard socket.

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  9. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect 2 cable connectors from network card.

    • If the cables are stuck, continue to gently wiggle them until they disconnect.

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  10. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull to unplug fan connector.

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  11. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Remove 4 screws securing heat sink.

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  12. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Lift away heat sink.

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  13. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the eight 2mm screws securing the motherboard in place.

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  14. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Release cable for the LED charging indicator by pulling up on connector.

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  15. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the cable.

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  16. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 1

    • Pull up on connector tab to release IO board cable.

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  17. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 16, image 1 of 2 Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 16, image 2 of 2

    • Pull up on connector tab to release touchpad cable.

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  18. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 17, image 1 of 1

    • Release the keyboard backlight cable.

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  19. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 18, image 1 of 2 Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 18, image 2 of 2

    • Release the keyboard cable.

    • If taped to the motherboard, gently peel it off.

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  20. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 19, image 1 of 1

    • Release eDP cable.

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  21. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 20, image 1 of 1

    • Release dc-in cable.

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  22. Dell Chromebook 13-7310 Motherboard Replacement: step 21, image 1 of 1

    • Gently lift up the motherboard to remove it.

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Conclusion

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

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Is it possible to swap the non-touch matte display and the glossy touchscreen on two Dell Chromebook 13 7310?

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