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Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement

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Time Required: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement

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If your Gateway GWTC116-2BL laptop is experiencing issues with its daughterboard, replacing it might be necessary. The daughterboard is an essential component that connects the motherboard to other peripherals, such as the keyboard, touchpad, and USB ports. Faulty daughterboards can cause several problems, including malfunctioning laptop peripherals. Replacing a Gateway GWTC116-2BL daughterboard is a simple process that involves a few steps. In this guide, we'll outline the steps you need to take to replace the daughterboard and get your laptop functioning normally again.

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    1. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Ground yourself before disassembling and handling the computer.

      • Remove the ten 3.0 mm Phillips #00 screws from the back panel of the laptop.

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    2. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Use the spudger to pry the back panel away from the body of the laptop.

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    1. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the five 3.0 mm Phillips #00 screws.

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    2. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Using your fingers, flick open the battery connector bracket.

      • Remove the connector from bracket.

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    3. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Pull up the battery to remove from the base.

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    1. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement, Daughterboard: step 6, image 1 of 2 Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement, Daughterboard: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Peel off the yellow piece of tape that is placed over the daughterboard.

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    2. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the three 3.0 mm Phillips #00 screws.

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    3. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2
      • Flick open the bracket that connects the motherboard and daughterboard.

      • Remove the connector strip.

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    4. Gateway GWTC116-2BL Daughterboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the daughterboard from the base of the computer.

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Conclusion

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

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