Introduction
Trackpad replacement
What you need
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Remove cover for the extended battery connector. Use your finger nail or a plastic opening tool to remove it.
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Remove the two rubber feet at the back of the computer, these can be removed in the same way.
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Remove the four 5.6mm Philips #00 screws located at the top of the computer.
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Remove the eight 3.6mm Philips #00 screws on the base of the computer.
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Using a plastic opening tool, pry the plastic casing away from the base of the computer, the remaining clips around the edges can be released using your hands.
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Once the bottom cover is removed, peel away the piece of tape located near the fan and heat sink assembly.
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Remove the three 4.2mm Philips #0 screws located at the top of the battery.
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Simply lift the battery away from the computer.
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Use the nylon spudger to lift up on both of the white wire strips.
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Then use your fingers to lift them up.
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Using the Phillips head screwdriver, remove the four screws holding the track pad in.
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Use the Phillips head again and remove the final black screw.
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