Introduction
If your speakers are malfunctioning (no sound or distorted sound), the speakers may need to be replaced. To replace the speakers, you will need to know how to use a screwdriver. Small parts (screws) may be a swallowing hazard for young children; keep all parts in a secure location.
What you need
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Power off your device and disconnect all external devices connected to the laptop.
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Tool used on this step:Heavy-Duty Spudger$4.99
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Raising the keyboard, disconnect the first of two cable ribbons with the Heavy-Duty Spudger.
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Gently flip up the white plastic lock connecting the ribbon cable to the motherboard.
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Use the blue plastic tab on the ribbon cable to disconnect the ribbon cable from the lock.
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Remove the screws from the perimeter of the battery with a Phillips 00 Screwdriver.
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3 Phillips 2.0 x 4.6 mm screws
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Remove the screws from the perimeter of the motherboard with a Phillips 00 Screwdriver.
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8 Phillips 2.0 x 4.7 mm screws.
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Tool used on this step:Heavy-Duty Spudger$4.99
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Disconnect the 2 cable ribbons with the Heavy-Duty Spudger.
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Gently flip up the white plastic lock connecting the ribbon cable to the motherboard.
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Use the purple plastic tab on the ribbon cable to disconnect the ribbon cable from the lock.
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Disconnect the bundle cable connector by gently gripping the cable wires and pulling outwards.
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Remove the screws from the sound piece with a Phillips 00 Screwdriver.
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2 Phillips 2.4 x 5.7 mm screws
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.