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Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

This simple guide will show you how to unscrew and remove all cables from the motherboard of a Lenovo Yoga 710-14KB besides the display cable, which will need to be unsoldered.

What you need

  1. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Ensure your device is completely OFF before starting this guide.

    • Use a Torx T4 screwdriver to unscrew the nine 5 mm screws holding the cover in place.

    • Use a Torx T4 screwdriver to unscrew the 8 mm screw in the center.

    • When, reassembling, make sure not to tighten the screws too much or you may risk cracking the plastic cover.

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  2. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Use the plastic opening tool to pry the cover up and away from the laptop, starting at one end and working your way around the cover.

    • The cover is large and flat and made of thin plastic. It cracks easily, so make sure not to pry too hard.

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  3. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the four 3 mm screws holding the battery in place.

    • Be careful not to cross-thread the screws. Also, don't let the screws fall down into the laptop case.

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  5. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use your fingers or an opening tool to slide the battery connector out of its motherboard socket.

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  6. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery.

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  7. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement, SSD: step 6, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement, SSD: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the 3mm screw on the SSD.

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  8. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use your fingers to lift up the SSD and pull away from the socket removing it from the laptop.

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  9. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Use a PH00 screwdriver to remove the nine 3mm screws.

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  10. Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Yoga 710-14IKB Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the indicated cables from the motherboard.

    • Be careful when removing cables. Do not pull or yank cables from their slots.

    • Remove the motherboard.

    • If you want to fully remove the motherboard, you must desolder the display cable.

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Conclusion

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

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