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HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

In this guide, we will outline the steps needed to remove the motherboard for replacement, cleaning, or any other repair.

What you need

  1. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Use two opening tools, one on either side of the battery plug, to slowly pull the plug straight out of its port.

    • Alternatively, use your fingernails.

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  2. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the six 2.5 mm screws securing the battery.

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  3. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Carefully lift the edge of the battery with an opening tool.

    • Lift the battery up and out.

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  4. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Fan Assembly: step 4, image 1 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Fan Assembly: step 4, image 2 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Fan Assembly: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the black film around the fans.

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  6. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two Wi-Fi card antenna wires using a small pry tool.

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  7. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the eight 3 mm Phillips #00 screws securing the fan assembly.

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  8. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Disconnect the two fan cables using a small pry tool.

    • Be sure not to rip the wires, as they are fragile. It may help to slightly pry on the fans while disconnecting the wires, so the pry bar has enough room.

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  9. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Use an opening tool to gently lift the edge of the fan assembly.

    • Lift the fan assembly up and out.

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  10. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 1 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 2 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 3 of 3
    Tool used on this step:
    Tweezers
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    • Disconnect the six ribbon connectors: four at the bottom of the motherboard and two at the top.

    • Disconnect the two speaker connectors and two display connectors as well.

    • The tweezers help tremendously when releasing the locking tab for the ribbon connectors.

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  11. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the six 2 mm Phillips #00 screws securing the motherboard.

    • Note that one will be beneath a security sticker, pictured on the lefthand side of the motherboard.

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  12. HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-aw0xxx Motherboard Replacement: step 11, image 3 of 3

    • Gently remove the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

One Comment

Where can I buy a replacement motherboard? I know eBay and AliExpress but I dont trust that too much and HP support just doesnt answer like ever and if they do they just tell me they will transfer me and then Im on hold again for literally 2hrs

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