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HP Stream 13-c002dx Speakers Replacement

Introduction

This guide includes laptop disassembly to gain access to the internal components and removal of the speakers.

What you need

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    • Begin by placing your laptop on a clean surface such as a table and away from any liquids which may spill and damage components.

    • Flip the laptop over so the bottom is facing up and use your Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the 11 visible 5mm screws on the back.

    • There are some screws underneath the rubber feet. Remove them to gain access

    • Unscrew the two remaining 2.5mm screws. Keep these screws separate from the first eleven 5mm screws.

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    • Flip the laptop back over onto its normal side up and raise the screen. Using the metal spudger, separate the keyboard surface from the bottom of the laptop.

    • While lifting the keyboard surface from the bottom, you will notice three cables still attaching them together. Gently unplug each of these cables from the motherboard.

    • With the screen and keyboard parts of the laptop removed, you have access to the laptop's internal components.

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    • You will notice various screws located on the outer edges of the speakers. Using your Philips screwdriver, remove each of these screws.

    • Connecting the two speakers is a red and black wire located at the edge of the battery. Using your flathead screwdriver, lift the wire upward.

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    • Using your iFixit Opener Tool, remove the wires connecting the speakers to the motherboard by lifting the indicated piece upward.'

    • A metal spudger is shown in this picture. Use a plastic opening tool to disconnect the connector instead, to avoid damaging the components and conducting electricity.

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    • Carefully remove the right and left components of the battery out of the device.

    • You have successfully removed the speakers from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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