Chromebook 15 CB3-531-C4A5 Motherboard Replacement

Written By: Savannah Vining

Comments: 3

Chromebook 15 CB3-531-C4A5 Motherboard Replacement

Difficulty

Difficult

Steps

Time Required

40 minutes

Introduction

You will need to replace the motherboard of the computer if it is unresponsive.

Tools

Step 1

Remove the 18 Phillips screws using a screwdriver with a PH0 bit.

Step 2

Using a spudger, gently pry open the back from the top.

The back part by the screen is stuck on even after removing all screws

William Damron - 16/09/17

Step 3

Once it is opened up, locate the battery and the cable that is attached to it.

Step 4

Next, unscrew the battery pack. The one screw should be located on the far right of it. This will ensure that the battery comes out easily and affectively.

Step 5

Take the battery out easily for replacement.

Step 6

Remove the two antenna cables that attach the wireless card to the motherboard. One will be black and the other will be white.

Step 7

Locate the screw that holds the wireless card in place and then remove it using a screwdriver with a PH0 bit.

Step 8

Slide the Wireless card out gently with two fingers while being careful not to damage any surrounding parts.

Step 9

Remove the four Phillips screws.

Step 10

Remove tape that secures the ribbon cables.
Using the spudger, lift the latches to unlock each ribbon cable.
Remove the cables.

Step 11

Remove the large black cable between the two ribbon cables.

Step 12

Remove the remaining cable.
Remove the motherboard.

Conclusion

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

Author

Savannah Vining

Member since: 17/01/17

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2 comments

RAM?

SSD?

Upgradable?

Removable?

www - 07/09/18

How is this difficult lol, should be easy difficult fr

Alex Karpov -