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Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement

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Time Required: 15 - 20 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement

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This guide will show you how to replace the trackpad (or touchpad) on your Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX laptop. If your touchpad isn't working, it may be a result of a missing or out-of-date driver or a build-up of dirt and dust over time. The replacement of the trackpad may solve issues with unresponsiveness.

Make sure to power down your device and disconnect from any power sources before you begin.

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    1. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Turn off the laptop before starting.

      • Flip the laptop over so the model stickers face the ceiling.

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      • Remove twelve 7 mm screws from the back of the laptop using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    3. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Use a Jimmy to pry apart the bottom of the case from the laptop.

      • Be careful not to warp or crack the case.

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    1. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 1 of 2 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Carefully detach the ribbon cable connecting the battery and the motherboard.

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    2. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Use your hands to lift the battery out of the device.

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    1. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Trackpad: step 6, image 1 of 3 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Trackpad: step 6, image 2 of 3 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement, Trackpad: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Disconnect the wide black ribbon cable from the motherboard using an iFixit opening tool.

      • Disconnect the blue-tipped ribbon from the motherboard.

      • Be careful not to damage the motherboard while removing the ribbon cables.

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    2. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3
      • Remove the golden tape connecting the trackpad to the plastic divider using an iFixit opening tool.

      • Peel back the black plastic divider that separates the motherboard and trackpad.

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    3. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2
      • Remove four 3 mm screws from the trackpad using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    4. Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Acer Chromebook CP5-471-C0EX Trackpad Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2
      • Carefully remove the trackpad from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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