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Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to remove the power supply unit.

What you need

  1. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement, Stand: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Power off and unplug the monitor before starting.

    • Place the monitor face down on a soft, flat surface (such as a towel) to protect the screen.

    • Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the four 11.5 mm screws securing the stand.

    • Gently pull the stand out to detach it from the monitor. - Caution: Do not force the stand out. If it resists, check that all screws have been fully removed before pulling.

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  2. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Using the same Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the two 11.5 mm screws securing the plastic bar.

    • Lift the bar away and set it aside.

    • Confirm the stand is stable and level before turning the monitor upright. Double-check that all screws are firmly tightened and parts are properly aligned to prevent instability or tilting after reassembly.

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  3. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement, Board Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the six 7mm screws at the circled locations.

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    • Pry the monitor using the plastic opening tool to release the clips holding the cover on.

    • There are four clips on each side, four on the top, and one on the bottom.

    • You may hear a loud snapping noise when releasing the clips. Do not be alarmed, it is natural.

    • Once all the clips have been released, remove the cover by pulling it up.

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  6. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Using the #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the one 6mm screw.

    • Unplug the indicated cable by pulling on the base.

    • Slide the cover toward the top of the monitor.

    • Remove the cover.

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  7. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement, Power Supply Unit: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two 4.72 mm Phillips screws that hold the power adapter in place.

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    • Unplug the seven connections from the power supply unit by gently pulling on them.

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  9. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws and the wire that is attached to the ground.

    • Four 6 mm Phillips screws

    • One 8 mm Phillips screw

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  10. Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Sceptre X9 Komodo VII Power Supply Unit Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the power supply unit straight up to remove it from the back panel.

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Conclusion

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

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