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HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement

Introduction

This guide walks through how to remove a malfunctioning camera in an HP Chromebook 14-x013dx. This replacement requires disabling the keyboard from the laptop and removing the lid, and the total repair time should take about 30 minutes.

What you need

  1. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement, Keyboard, Touchpad: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement, Keyboard, Touchpad: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Using the plastic spudger, gently lift the 5 rubber pads away from their seating.

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  2. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the five 6mm screws located under the removed pads using Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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  3. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • With the Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the remaining eight 6mm screws. You will now have thirteen 6mm screws removed from the case.

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  4. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • To continue removing the back cover, turn the laptop over as displayed.

    • Use the plastic spudger to gently pry around the base of the laptop from the back cover. Continue prying around the entire base of the laptop.

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  6. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Gently lift the silver base of the laptop from the bottom, but do not remove it.

    • To remove the ribbon cables, lift the latch holding the ribbon cables in place and then pull them free.

    • Remove the keyboard panel from the laptop.

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  7. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement, Camera: step 6, image 1 of 2 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement, Camera: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the black and white wires connected to the Wi-Fi module.

    • Remove the wire from the casing.

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  8. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Pull the ribbon cable out of socket.

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    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 6mm screws located at the upper left and right corners.

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  10. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the lid out of the laptop.

    • It is helpful to rotate the lid to a 90-degree angle.

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  11. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Using the plastic opening tool, pry the left and right side of the top of the lid.

    • It is not necessary to remove the entire frame, only pry the top to expose the camera.

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  12. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Using tweezers, gently remove the connection hold the camera in place.

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  13. HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 2 HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Camera Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Gently pry the camera mount out of the lid.

    • Lift the camera mount out of the lid.

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Conclusion

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

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Thank you, very helpful. You could also just start at Step 10 without removing the display

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