Lenovo 500e Chromebook 81ES Motherboard Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide will help you replace the USB Ports in the Lenovo 500e Chromebook 81ES. If you are experiencing issues with the USB Ports, including damaged ports, bad connections, follow this guide. For this guide, you will need a spudger, Phillips #0 screwdriver, and tweezers. Make sure the Chromebook is powered off and unplugged from the charger.
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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the ten 4 mm-long screws that secure the lower case.
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Insert the flat end of a spudger into the seam between the lower case and chassis.
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Pry around the entire perimeter until the lower case fully releases.
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Remove the lower case.
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Use a spudger to flip up the locking flap securing the lower I/O board ribbon cable to the motherboard.
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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 4 mm-long screws that secure the battery.
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Slide a spudger under the battery.
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Slightly lift the battery with the spudger, then grip and remove the battery.
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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 2 mm-long screws that secure the metal bracket over the ports.
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Using a spudger to carefully lift up the gates connecting the ribbon cables to the motherboard.
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Disconnect the ribbon cables.
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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver remove the six screws securing the motherboard.
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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the single screw securing the Wi-Fi Card.
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.
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