HP 17-bs049dx Back Panel Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

During the process, be careful with the placement of removed screws. This back panel disassembly is required to access all internal components.

What you need

1. Step 1 Battery
  To remove the battery, simply push the tabs towards each other.
  
  The battery will come out with force, be sure to keep anything fragile away from the laptop during this process.
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1. Step 2 Back Panel
  Remove the four screws (13.7mm) with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
  
  Be sure to lift all four rubber tabs to access screws (7.51mm) underneath.
  
  Rubber tabs will require force to access screws.
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3. Step 3
  Use the Philips 0 screwdriver to unscrew the screws (7.51mm) that were underneath the battery.
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4. Step 4
  Pull outwards on the disk reader to remove from main frame.
  
  This removal will require force.
  
  All screws must be removed before removing disk reader.
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5. Step 5
  Lift back panel to access internal components.
  
  You will need to use force to pry it open.
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Conclusion

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

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