Introduction
If you want to replace the circuit board, use this guide. For this guide you will need an opening tool and a screwdriver. The steps aren't difficult but require you to be careful as the cords are weak.
Tools
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Insert an opening pick in the seam between the top panel and chassis.
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Pry around the entire perimeter of the top panel until it fully releases.
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Remove the top panel.
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There are three Phillips screws securing the case on. Two are inside the opening left by the previous step, and the third is located on the underside of the projector. Remove all three.
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Insert a spudger into the seam between the lower panel and chassis.
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Pry around the perimeter until the lower panel fully releases.
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Flip the board over with care not to damage the attached ribbon cable.
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Flip up the black locking ZIF flap that secures the ribbon cable.
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Disconnect the ribbon cable.
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Remove the main board.
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.