Introduzione
This guide is intended for the removal/replacement of the hinges in a Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US. It could also serve as guide for similar models. To do so, the bottom case has to be removed, then the wires running from the hinges to I/O board are disconnected. Afterwards, there are a couple of screws that are removed, then the nuts and washers holding the hinge.
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Place the laptop back cover facing up to expose all nine 4.6 mm screws.
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Remove all nine 4.6 mm screws using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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Wedge a plastic opening tool underneath the cover of the laptop.
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Once the tool is wedged between the cover and the body of the laptop, slide the tool around the edge of the laptop to disengage the retaining clips.
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Remove the cover of the laptop to expose the inside components.
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Disconnect black and white wire from the I/O board.
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Remove two 4.6 mm screws from the display hinge using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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Rotate both display hinges upward, away from the components.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
