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This is a description of how to disassemble the top portion of an XO laptop. This is part of the [[Disassembly]] section of the [[XO_Troubleshooting_Guide|Troubleshooting Guide]] and [[Repair|Repair Manual]]. |
This is a description of how to disassemble the top portion of an XO laptop. This is part of the [[Disassembly]] section of the [[XO_Troubleshooting_Guide|Troubleshooting Guide]] and [[Repair|Repair Manual]]. |
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== Similar Guides == |
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The following guides refer to disassembly of the laptop to reach a particular component: |
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* [[Disassembly_wireless_antenna|Disassembling to replace and antenna]] |
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* [[Disassembly_B4_wireless_antenna|Disassembling to replace an antenna (B4 preproduction only)]] |
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* [[Disassembly_backlight|Disassembling the display to replace the backlight]] |
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== XO before disassembly == |
== XO before disassembly == |
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[[image:Screen_4e.jpg|thumb|left| Unhook the cable]] [[image:Screen_4f.jpg|thumb|left| Watch out for this little cable, too.]] [[image:Screen_4g.jpg|thumb|left| Good to go!]] |
[[image:Screen_4e.jpg|thumb|left| Unhook the cable]] [[image:Screen_4f.jpg|thumb|left| Watch out for this little cable, too.]] [[image:Screen_4g.jpg|thumb|left| Good to go!]] |
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== Optional: Removing the wireless antenna == |
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'''You do not need to remove the wireless antenna if you are trying to get to any other part.''' |
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=== Step 1 === |
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Keep the screen out of the way until the replacement is complete. |
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[[image:antenna1a.JPG|thumb|left|Take out 4 screws]] [[image:antenna1b.JPG|thumb|left|Turn over. Pull up and remove the back plate]] |
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[[image:Antenna1c.JPG|thumb|left|Take out two screws holding the top bar in place]] [[image:Antenna1d.JPG|thumb|left|Watch out for this tab! Pop it out on both sides]] [[image:Antenna1e.JPG|thumb|left|Pull the top bar off.]] |
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=== Step 2 === |
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[[image:antenna2a.JPG|thumb|left|Unclip the cable as shown]] [[image:antenna2b.JPG|thumb|left|Peel up the tape.]] |
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[[image:Antenna2c.JPG|thumb|left|Remove the two screws.]] |
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[[image:Antenna2d.JPG|thumb|left|Watch out for this tab!]] [[image:Antenna2e.JPG|thumb|left|Carefully pull out the antenna.]] [[image:Antenna2f.JPG|thumb|left|A removed antenna.]] |
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== Removing the back cover / reaching the motherboard == |
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=== Step 1 === |
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[[image:antenna1a.JPG|thumb|left|Take out 4 screws]] [[image:antenna1b.JPG|thumb|left|Turn over. Pull up and remove the back plate]] |
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== Optional: Removing the "XO Person" on the back cover == |
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'''You do not need to remove the "XO Person" on the back cover if you want to get to any other part.''' |
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=== Step 1 === |
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[[image:Xoman1.JPG|thumb|left|Turn the back plate over. Note where the colored plastic fits in.]] [[image:Xoman2.JPG|thumb|left|Use a screwdriver to pop these out]] |
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[[image:Xoman3.JPG|thumb|left|Turn plate over so the XO man faces you. Pull the plastic part out.]] [[image:Xoman4.JPG|thumb|left|Note how the tabs fit in with the back plate.]] |
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== Replacing the "XO Person" on the back cover == |
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=== Step 1 === |
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[[image:Xoman5.JPG|thumb|left|Fit the new piece in the back plate and snap it back in place.]] |
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== Replacing the back cover == |
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=== Step 1 === |
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[[image:Antenna3e.JPG|thumb|left|Turn over. Replace the back plate.]] [[image:Antenna3fi.JPG|thumb|left|Pick the right screw!]] [[image:Antenna3fii.JPG|thumb|left|Turn over. Secure the back plate by putting in the four screws where indicated.]] |
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== Replacing the wireless antenna == |
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=== Step 1 === |
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[[image:Antenna3a.JPG|thumb|left|Carefully put in the new wireless antenna]] [[image:Antenna3bi.JPG|thumb|left|Pick the right screw!]] [[image:Antenna3bii.JPG|thumb|left|Screw in the antenna]] |
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=== Step 2 === |
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[[image:Antenna3c.JPG|thumb|left|Clip the antenna cable back in.]] [[image:Antenna3d.JPG|thumb|left|Replace the top bar. Do not forget the tabs on the sides! Replace the screws to secure the bar.]] |
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[[image:Antenna3e.JPG|thumb|left|Turn over. Replace the back plate.]] [[image:Antenna3fi.JPG|thumb|left|Pick the right screw!]] [[image:Antenna3fii.JPG|thumb|left|Turn over. Secure the back plate by putting in the four screws where indicated.]] |
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== Replacing the backlight == |
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Replace the backlight by attaching the new backlight to the display. Ensure the backlight connection cable is attached and lying flat along the display. |
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[[image:backlight2a.JPG|thumb|left|Gently put the new backlight in place]] [[image:backlight2b.jpg|thumb|left|Reattach tape to the center of the backlight]] |
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[[image:backlight2c.JPG|thumb|left|Place the two screws back in]] [[image:backlight2d.JPG|thumb|left|Reattach the tape on the small cables]] |
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== Replacing the screen == |
== Replacing the screen == |
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Revision as of 04:57, 10 June 2008
This is a description of how to disassemble the top portion of an XO laptop. This is part of the Disassembly section of the Troubleshooting Guide and Repair Manual.
Similar Guides
The following guides refer to disassembly of the laptop to reach a particular component:
- Disassembling to replace and antenna
- Disassembling to replace an antenna (B4 preproduction only)
- Disassembling the display to replace the backlight
XO before disassembly
As a precaution, remember to remove the battery.
Removing the front panel
Step 1
Open the laptop and flip the screen up. Rotate it a 90 degree angle as shown in the sequence below. Next, remove the screws from the bottom of the screen - there are two on each side (right/left) of the XO, so make sure to get all four.
Step 2
Remove the two green panels from the side of the XO. Slide them upwards and lift them off as shown.
Step 3
Finally, pull off the front panel. It is tabbed, so it can simply be pulled out. Pull the bottom out (where the screws came out), and gently slide the piece downwards and out.
Removing the screen
Step 1
To get the screen out, remove the four screws highlighted.
Step 2
Next, carefully slide the screen out, pulling the bottom out. Do not tug it or let go, as it will still be connected to the motherboard by two cables.
The connectors have a black plastic bar holding the cable down. To unclamp the cable you have to lift that bar by tugging on the little tab away from the circuit board.
Replacing the screen
Step 1
Reattach the screen by sliding the connection cables into place and clipping them back down (it is generally easier to clip the thinner one that has a longer tether first). Reseat the screen, making sure that it sits flat and that none of the spacers are gone.
Replacing the front panel
Step 1
Slide the front panel back on, making sure that it sits flat. Note that there are hooks on the side of the panel (highlighted in blue) that need to slide into place; pushing the top of the screen flat and sliding it upwards works well.
Step 2
Slide the green side pieces back into place. Then, rotate the XO 90 degrees and put the remaining screws back. Don't forget that the screws go in on both sides (right/left).
