Introduction
We'll remove the top cover from the device, allowing the other components to be seen and replaced or repaired.
What you need
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Flip your device over so the bottom panel is facing up.
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To remove the old battery from the laptop, first unscrew the eight screws (size M2.5x8) from the bottom with a Phillips #0 screwdriver, this will allow the removal of the keyboard and front panel.
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Flip the device over and so that the keyboard will be face up. There are hooks on the bottom, but pulling the keyboard towards the monitor will allow it to easily pull out, be sure to unclamp the ribbon cable. Remove the three screws under the keyboard.
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Remove the three plastic Keyboard and trackpad connectors, labeled with a blue circle.
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Next, remove the top cover from the device using the plastic opening tools. It snaps in on the sides, so don't worry if you hear it unsnapping; it's not breaking.
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