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How to Remove the Logic Board (Cont’d)

Now look for the plastic hooks that are holding the logic board (see Figure 14). Press them with a small screwdriver to release the logic board. Beware when pulling the logic board. There are some flat-cables and wires below it that you still need to detach (see Figure 16).

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Figure 14: Plastic hooks that hold the logic board.

Releasing the logic board
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Figure 15: Releasing the logic board.

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Figure 16: There are still some flat-cables and wires connected to the logic board.

Carefully pull the cables with your fingers and you will be able to remove the logic board from the drive.

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Figure 17: Disconnecting the cables.

Now you have the logic board detached from the drive. Let’s take a look at the mechanical components.

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