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Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement

Introduction

This guide demonstrates how to removing the Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US track pad.

What you need

  1. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement, Bottom Case: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement, Bottom Case: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Place the laptop back cover facing up to expose the screws.

    • Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove nine 4.6mm screws from the back casing.

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  2. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use an iFixit opening tool to wedge in between the case and body of the laptop.

    • Once the tool is wedged in between the case and laptop, slide it around the entire laptop's edge to disengage the retaining clips.

    • You should hear a popping sound as you slide the iFixit opening tool around the laptop.

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  3. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the cover exposing the inside of the laptop.

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  5. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four 4.6mm screws with the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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  6. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Use the spudger to pry underneath the cable and gently lift the connector up.

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  7. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the battery up and out of the case.

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  8. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement, Track pad: step 7, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement, Track pad: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the three 2.3mm screws along the top of the trackpad using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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  9. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 3 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 3 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the ribbon cable by lifting it out of the connector.

    • Lift the grey adhesive tape.

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  10. Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US Track pad Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Lift the track pad from the top.

    • Slide the track pad away from yourself to clear the black plastic edge.

    • Lift the track pad up and out of the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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