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[sop]

Need to replace a usb socket on the motherboard. Need information on how to take apart laptop. Looking for some hidden screws. Rear end of laptop will not come apart. Please advise.

[merlin]

some laptop have screws hidden by the battery try that also look for screws under the cdrom drive-hdd..

[sop]

thanks for your quick reply I will look at these areas.

[Detox]

Try checking th Laptop Manufacturer website for a diagram, I know my Compaq Presario was there.  I had to start by literally prying the mouse/speaker panel open after removing screws.  It doesnt open split in the middle like I originlly though rather the top comes up and off, ie undo monitor (dont break the ribbon!!!) then pry up speaker/mouse then lift out the keyboard.  Good luck