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HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement

Introduction

The Daughterboard is an extension of the motherboard, containing the USB and headphone ports. It's also known as an I/O board. If your HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx laptop is experiencing issues with the left-side USB or headphone ports, use this guide to replace the daughterboard.

Before you begin the repair, make sure your laptop is powered off and unplug it from the charger.

What you need

  1. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the device over so that the backside is facing you.

    • Remove the rubber feet to expose six screws.

    • Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove six screws securing the back panel to the device.

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  2. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Insert a plastic opening tool and run it along the edges of the laptop.

    • Remove the back panel from the device.

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  3. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the four screws securing the battery in place.

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  5. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the battery up and out and remove it from the device.

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  6. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement, Daughterboard: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 6.7 mm screws with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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  7. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Unlock the ZIF connector with the tip of the spudger.

    • Remove the ribbon cable.

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  8. HP Pavilion 14-cf0014dx Daughterboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the daughterboard with a pair of tweezers.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

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