Introduction
The touch pad is the laptop's on-board mouse analogue, and as such is important for the laptop's operation. To remove and replace it you will need the proper, specific replacement part.
What you need
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Remove the eight 6 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Remove the two 11 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Pry the back cover off by inserting the plastic opening tool at the hinges and wedging it between the Back cover and the body.
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Follow along the back edge with the plastic opening tool, lifting the cover off as you go. It is normal to hear snapping/clicking sounds as the back cover is held on by clips.
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Remove the cover.
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Disconnect the battery connector by using a plastic pry tool or your fingers to push the cable right towards the battery.
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Lift the base of the laptop from the screen and gently push the touchpad to remove.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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