Introduction
In this guide, the user will be able to follow step-by-step instructions for replacing the back panel of the ASUS U46E-RAL7 Laptop.
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Remove two (2) 9mm x 4mm screws from the back panel with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove two (2) 7mm x 4mm screws from the back panel with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove six (6) 7mm x 4mm screws with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove three (3) 3mm x 3mm screws with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove one (1) 4mm x 4mm screws with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove the L shaped panel with the plastic opening tool by inserting it into the indent along the USB port side of the laptop.
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Push down gently on the plastic opening tool until part of the panel pops up.
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Use your fingers to pop the panel off.
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Remove three (3) 5mm x 4mm screws with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove one (1) 4mm x 4mm (closest to the battery) screw with the size 0 Phillips head screwdriver.
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Remove the CD ROM drive by inserting the plastic opening tool between the drive and the laptop's side.
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Push down gently to eject the drive.
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Pull the drive straight out to remove the part from the laptop.
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Flip the device so that the laptop will open away from you to remove the hinge cover behind the screen.
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Place index fingers underneath the hinge cover and gently pull up.
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The cover will pop off easily with a click.
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Remove five (5) 5mm x 4mm screws from the hinge compartments of the device with the size 0 phillips head screwdriver.
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Open the screen.
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Carefully lift the keyboard panel. The keyboard will be attached to the motherboard by two ribbons.
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To disconnect the ribbons, use your fingernails to push down gently on the protruding plastic at the base of the connector. There is a soft click and ribbon releases. Repeat for the other ribbon.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
