Introduction
This guide will demonstrate how to replace the touch pad in the Asus X501A-RH31 laptop. Please note, the touch pad is a sensitive piece of the laptop, execute caution when taking out the touch pad.
What you need
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To unlock the right tab, push the right slider to the left with one hand.
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Push the battery out with the other hand.
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Using the Phillips #00 screwdriver unscrew all nine screws from the bottom of the laptop, as well as the additional two screws inside the battery compartment.
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Pry off the keyboard cover on the edge using the plastic opening tool.
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Start from one side. Once it is lose, carry out the same procedure on the front and other side.
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Slowly lift the keyboard upward, but do not remove completely.
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Remove the two data cables that attach the keyboard to the motherboard.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use tweezers to pull the white plastic piece up that is attached to the data cable.
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Repeat this process for the big black cable as well.
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Flip the keyboard over so the side without the keys is facing you.
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Using the Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the three screws.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Detach the white data cable on the back of the touch pad.
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Use tweezers to pull the white plastic piece up that is holding in the cable.
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Peel the tan tape that holds the touch pad to the back of the keyboard.
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Slide the touch pad up and out of the metal plate located near the bottom on the touch pad and keyboard.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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