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HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement

Introduction

The power port is essential in recharging the computer's battery. This guide will explain how to properly remove and replace the power port component of the computer.

What you need

  1. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Use the plastic opening tool to remove the gray rubber pads on the bottom of the laptop. For our device we only needed to remove the two at the top.

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    • Use a Torx T5 screwdriver to remove the six 5.1 mm screws.

    • Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the two 7.2mm screws.

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  3. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Use a plastic opening tool to pry open the case. Go slowly around the edge. You will hear popping noises, such are due to popping open the small joints that keep the cover attached.

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  4. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the six 4.7 mm screws.

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  5. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
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    • Battery might cause a small electric shock.

    • Use tweezers to disconnect the battery from the motherboard.

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  7. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Fan: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use the plastic opening tool to disconnect the power cable from the fan.

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  8. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use your fingers to lightly pull the cable and disconnect it from the motherboard.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to loosen the four 6.5 mm screws.

    • Do not fully remove the screws, just enough to be unattached from the motherboard.

    • Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the two 7.7 mm screws.

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  10. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 1 of 2 HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the 4.7mm screws from the indicated positions.

    • Use the JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the 7.7mm screws from the indicated positions.

    • Use the JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the 4.4mm screws from the indicated positions.

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  11. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Using your hand, lift the screen hinge located in the top left corner. This will allow for easier removal of the motherboard.

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    Tool used on this step:
    Tweezers
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    • Flip the indicated colored latches with iFixit Opening Tools, then use tweezers to release the cables attached to the motherboard by gently pulling backward.

    • Use the pointed tweezer to release the plug-in connectors my gently gripping the plug and pulling backwards.

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    • Using your hand, lift and pull the motherboard from inside your computer.

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  14. HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Power Port: step 13, image 1 of 2 HP Envy x360 m6-aq005dx Power Port Replacement, Power Port: step 13, image 2 of 2

    • Using your fingers, detach the power port from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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