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[* black] Nexus 7 Repairability Score: ***7 out of 10*** (10 is easiest to repair)
[* green] The rear case is very easy to open, and requires minimal prying effort with a plastic opening tool to remove.
[* green] All fasteners inside are Phillips #00 screws—no security or proprietary screws here.
-[* green] Battery replacement can be accomplished without soldering or even a screwdriver.
+[* green] Battery replacement can be accomplished without soldering—or even a screwdriver.
[* green] Many components, including the I/O ports, can be replaced independently of the motherboard.
[* yellow] Copper alloy sheets for cooling mean there is no need to clean and reapply thermal paste, but they could tear during disassembly.
[* red] The LCD does not separate from the display glass, increasing repair costs.