Gateway KAV60 LT2016U Upper Cover Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace the upper cover, which also gives access to many other internal parts of the netbook.
What you need
Tools
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Spudger4.9
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Unlock the tab located in the top left corner of the netbook.
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The red tab indicated that the battery has been properly unlocked.
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Remove the battery.
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Remove six (6) 5mm screws, two (2) 17.5mm screws, and three (3) 2.5mm screws from the back, using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, as marked here.
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Pry up the keyboard using a spudger or plastic opening tool in the exact location shown in the photograph.
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Carefully disconnect the keyboard ribbon cable from the motherboard, and remove the keyboard.
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Separate the upper cover from the back cover. It is possible to do this without a tool, but you may also use a plastic opening tool for added leverage.
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Be careful to keep even pressure all the way around the cover so that it is not bent beyond repair.
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Carefully disconnect two ribbon cables to complete the separation of the upper cover.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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