Mac mini Late 2018 Logic Board Assembly Replacement

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Introduction

Prerequisite-only guide to slide the logic board and attached components out of the Mac mini's chassis.

What you need

Step 1 Logic Board Assembly

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Grasp the power supply cable and lift to disconnect it from the logic board, wiggling as needed to loosen it up.

Step 2

Carefully lift the connector for the LED indicator light straight up to disconnect it from its socket on the logic board.

Step 3

Use a T10 Torx driver to remove the two 7.5 mm screws securing the logic board.

Step 4

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In this step you will be pushing the logic board free from clips holding it to the frame. Push only where directed or you may damage the fragile cooling fins.
Place a thumb at each end of the exhaust vent, over the fan screw holes.
Push firmly in the direction of the ports until the logic board unclips and begins to slide out of the Mac mini.