Introduction
While rare, audio drivers and sound boards may fail with time. While replacing the audio driver may take time, taking care to avoid damaging the fragile cables involved will mitigate most issues with this repair.
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Place the laptop upside down on a stable surface and locate the battery ejection switch.
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The rectangular panel can be removed by sliding the latch.
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The square panel is removable once the battery is removed.
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Locate the two screws located on the side of the hard drive mounting hardware.
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This is accessible from the back of the laptop, where the battery was located.
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Locate the 4 additional screws on the top of the mounting hardware for the hard drive.
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Remove and set aside these screws.
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With the hard drive removed, open the laptop and set it down in the position for normal use.
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Locate the seam between the top panel of the laptop and the frame.
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Pull the top cover, including keyboard, up from the left side of the laptop.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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