Lenovo IdeaPad U530 Touch Motherboard Replacement

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Lenovo IdeaPad U530 Touch Motherboard Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

6

Time Required

20 minutes

Introduction

The motherboard is attached to everything in your device, so it is an intensive process to remove it.

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    • Remove all of the screws on the back panel with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

    • Turn over the device and remove the two screws on the outside of the hinges.

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    • Use a pry tool or iFixIt Opening tool to separate the back panel from the device.

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    • Locate the fan and associated parts. It will be in the bottom right of the computer pictured. It is black and has an extension heading off toward the left.

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    • Unscrew the fan casing by using a PH1 size screwdriver head.

    • All fan screws are attached to the fan apparatus, so do not attempt to separate them after unscrewing them.

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    • Remove the black and white wires connecting the fan to the network adapter.

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    • Lift the fan straight out of the casing.

Conclusion

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

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