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HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement

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HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement

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The scanner head is necessary for copying and faxing. Follow the guide to replace this crucial part.

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    1. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, LCD Display: step 1, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, LCD Display: step 1, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, LCD Display: step 1, image 3 of 3

      • There is a hidden screw underneath the model sticker on the front panel.

      • Peel the model sticker off the cover.

      • This will expose the T10 screw securing the panel.

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    2. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3

      • Remove the single 12mm-T10 screw securing the front panel to the printer body.

      • Loosen the panel cover from the printer body.

      • There is a ribbon cable connected to the backside of the cover. Disconnect the cable before separating the panel completely.

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    3. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

      • Gently remove the No-Fuss ribbon cable from the front panel.

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    4. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

      • Remove the seven 8mm screws using the Torx T6 screwdriver.

      • Remove the motherboard from the front-panel housing.

      • The LCD display is on the opposite side.

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    1. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, Power Supply: step 5, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, Power Supply: step 5, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, Power Supply: step 5, image 3 of 3

      • Lift the hood of the printer.

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    3. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

      • Remove the two T10 11mm screws.

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    4. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3

      • Remove the panels covering the power brick and cord.

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    5. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

      • Remove the cord from the power supply.

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    6. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3

      • Slide the power supply out from the chassis.

      • The power supply is still attached; don't pull too quickly.

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    7. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

      • Remove final cable from power supply.

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    1. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement, Scanner Head: step 11, image 1 of 1

      • Remove eight T10 1mm screws from the top hood of the printer.

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    2. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 12, image 3 of 3

      • Use the nylon spudger to pry the tab.

      • Lift up the entire panel.

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    3. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 13, image 3 of 3

      • Lift and flip the entire panel.

      • Be aware of the scanner head attached to the panel.

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    4. HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 3 HP Officejet 4630 Scanner Head Replacement: step 14, image 3 of 3

      • Start with the scanner head in place.

      • Unwind the ribbon from the track.

      • Detach ribbon completely.

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Conclusion

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

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