Introduction

If you need to reinstall a new motherboard unit then use this guide. For this guide, you will need a Phillips #00 screwdriver head. No difficult steps will be needed in this guide except for carefully pulling out the cords.

What you need

Step 1 Antenna

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Remove the four silicone feet on the bottom plate.
Remove the following Phillips screws from the bottom plate:
Two 9 mm screws
Two 13 mm screws

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Step 2

Remove the bottom plate from the device.

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Step 3

Disconnect the antenna connector by pulling it directly out of its port.
Remove the antenna.

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Step 4 Motherboard

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Remove the four 9 mm Phillips screws securing the motherboard.

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Step 5

Gently pull the motherboard down until the cables are visible.
Take care not to strain the connected cables.

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Step 6

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Remove each cord by gently disconnecting each connector with your hand.

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Step 7

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Continue gently removing each cord with you hand.

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Step 8

Finish gently removing the final cord attached to the motherboard to successfully remove the motherboard.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
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