HP Pavilion x360 14m-ba011dx Speakers Replacement

Last updated on October 19, 2024

10 - 15 minutes

Moderate

Introduction

Before using this guide, make sure to review the troubleshooting page for the HP Pavilion x360 14m-ba011dx. The speakers may not actually need to be replaced depending on the problem, which is why it is good to trouble shoot first.

With this guide, users will be able to remove and replace the speakers on the HP Pavilion x360 14m-ba011dx laptop. The model number for this device is 1KT47UA. Removal of the speakers will be needed if they are not producing sound or the sound is inconsistent.

What you need

Tools

Step 1 Speakers

HP Pavilion x360 14m-ba011dx Speakers Replacement, Speakers: step 1, image 1 of 2

HP Pavilion x360 14m-ba011dx Speakers Replacement, Speakers: step 1, image 2 of 2

Remove the top left and right rubber pads closest to the hinge of screen using a plastic spudger to locate the screws underneath.
Remove the following 6 screws from the bottom of the device using a Phillips #00 Screwdriver:
Remove two 7.5 mm screws.
Remove three 5 mm screws.
Remove one 6.5 mm screw.

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Step 2

Push into the two screw holes that were under the rubber pads with the screwdriver to pop the keyboard out just a little.
Do this with the screen open so that you do not damage the screen.
Do not remove keyboard all the way.

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Step 3

Separate the keyboard from the rest of the device using a metal spudger around edges.
Pull up gently just until you can see the cables attaching the keyboard to the motherboard.
Flip the small white flaps holding the cables to the motherboard open to unplug the cords.