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Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate

Introduction

This midsection plate is used to separate and organize the interior of the device.

What you need

  1. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Detaching Front Case: step 1, image 1 of 3 Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Detaching Front Case: step 1, image 2 of 3 Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Detaching Front Case: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Using a spudger, wedge the tip between the front and back case to pry them apart.

    • Be careful to not apply excessive force since there are six fasteners on the screen's side that holds the cases firmly together.

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  2. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Rubber Button Cover: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • The black rubber button pad can be removed by simply picking it up.

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  3. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Button Input Chip Part 1: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the LCD screen off the midsection plate to gain access to the space around the input button chip.

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  5. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Button Input Chip: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Using a spudger, pry off the button input chip from the mid-section of the device. To gain best leverage, start at the bottom right corner and level your way up the side of the chip.

    • Be aware that the button input chip is glued to the mid-section, so some extra force may be required.

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  6. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Access Midsection Plate: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Lift open the LCD screen and button input chip to access the entire midsection plate.

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  7. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Unscrew below Button Chip: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips Head screwdriver to unscrew the three 3/16 inch screws that were underneath the button input chip.

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  8. Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Midsection Plate, Unscrew below LCD Screen: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips Head screwdriver to unscrew the three 3/16 inch screws that were underneath the LCD screen.

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Conclusion

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

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