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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

A motherboard replacement is an uncommon procedure, but can oftentimes be a necessary step in fixing your Lenovo IdeaPad Flex4-1130. If you are in need of new RAM or are experiencing trouble with your Lenovo IdeaPad Flex4-1130 and have ruled out other components, a motherboard replacement is an efficient way to refresh your Lenovo IdeaPad Flex4-1130.

What you need

  1. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Power off your Lenovo Ideapad Flex4-1130 before beginning disassembly.

    • Remove the ten 4mm screws from the back panel.

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  2. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Insert the spudger into the groove work your way around the laptop to separate the bottom from the case.

    • Do not insert the spudger too deep! This could potentially damage a device part.

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  3. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the connector attaching the battery to the motherboard.

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  4. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four 4mm screws on the battery.

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  6. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the battery with a spudger and remove.

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  7. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove eleven 6mm screws.

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  8. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Lift up black flap on the ZIF connector and pull the ribbon cable out.

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  9. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Lift up on the black tab on the ZIF connector and pull the ribbon cable out.

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  10. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Remove connector cable.

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  11. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1130 Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Remove one last connector cable.

    • Motherboard should now be completely disconnected and can be lifted off the cover to be replaced.

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Conclusion

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

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