Disassembling Microtek ScanMaker 5900 Outer Scanner Chassis - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

This guide will show the user of this scanner how to take apart the chassis so they can repair inside components.

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Step 1 Remove serial port connection

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Loosen the screws on the serial port by turning them counter clockwise by hand.
After loosening the screws, pull the serial port out.

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Step 2 Remove Lid

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Lift lid to its vertical position.
Pull lid straight up to remove it from the scanner.

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Step 3 Detach plastic latches

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Push the plastic opening tools into the crack between the top and the bottom of the chassis.

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Step 4 Continue latch detachment

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After placing one plastic opening tool into the slit, slide other plastic opening tools along the slit to detach the top from the bottom of the chassis.
Go all the way along the chassis until you can lift the upper lid.

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Step 5 Fully remove the upper lid

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Do not fully remove the lid until you remove the ribbon cable attached to the front of the upper lid.
Do this by grabbing the upper lid from the sides and rotating it ninety degrees so it is perpendicular to the bottom lid.
Grab the ribbon cable and gently pull it out of its slot with your fingers.
The upper lid can now safely be removed from the bottom lid.

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Conclusion

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

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