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Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement

Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement

Kelly Moniz

Kelly Moniz and one other contributor

Last updated on February 23, 2019

15 minutes
Moderate
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Introduction

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In this guide, you will be shown step-by-step how to replace your Le Pan II motherboard. The fans should remain attached to the motherboard when you are finished.

What you need

Tools

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  1. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement, Screen: step 1, image 1 of 2 Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement, Screen: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Insert metal spudger between front and back panel to pry apart.

    • Continue to pry while moving the metal spudger along the crevice to completely separate two panels.

    • Avoid using metal when opening devices, as it can damage or crack the screen.

  2. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Use the plastic opening tool to disconnect the flat ribbon cable from the motherboard connector.

    • Disconnect the flat ribbon by gently pulling it out from its connecting port.

  3. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Use the plastic opening tool to disconnect the display cable from its motherboard connector.

    • Disconnect the display cable by gently pulling it out from its connecting port.

  4. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Remove grey metal backing from screen.

  5. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Flip the tablet so the screen is facing upward, and use the metal spudger to pry apart the screen from the side pieces.

  6. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Lift and carefully remove the LCD display from the front cover.

  7. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Use the plastic opening tool to push out the wires connecting the battery to the motherboard and put battery aside.

  8. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Use the Plillips 00 screwdriver head to unscrew the screws to the motherboard.

    • Reminder: There should 8 (3.5mm) screws

  9. Le Pan II Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Use the Phillips 00 screwdriver head to unscrew the screws to the fan.

    • Reminder: There should be 4 (1 mm) screws for the fan.

    • Note: From here, you can simply lift and remove the motherboard from the rest of the device.

Conclusion

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

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