Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX Speakers Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 18 Steps
Ready to give your Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX a sound upgrade? This guide will walk you through swapping out those aging speakers for some fresh new ones. Over time, your laptop’s speakers might start to sound a little dull, and when that happens, it’s time for a change! For any extra tips, check out the troubleshooting guide for your Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX. And remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
– Turn the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX upside down, making sure the back is facing up, ready for action.
Step 2
– Take out that lone 2.5mm Phillips #0 screw—like a pro!
Step 3
– Grab your trusty opening tool and gently pop off that tiny cover like a pro.
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Step 4
– Gently press the tabs on either side of the RAM outwards, and – voilà! – the memory module will pop up at an angle, making it easy to remove and replace.
Step 5
– Gently slide the RAM out of the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX like you’re pulling a piece of toast from the toaster – nice and easy!
Step 6
Before you start, make sure the battery is completely drained and there’s no way for it to accidentally turn on – we want to avoid any unexpected sparks or power surges!
– Turn the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX onto its back with the underside facing upward. Keep those screws in your sights!
Step 7
– Unscrew the lone 2.5mm Phillips #0 screw and let’s get this party started!
Step 8
– Grab your trusty iFixit opening tool and gently use it to pop off the hard disk cover. Easy does it—this part doesn’t need any heavy lifting.
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Step 9
Looks like this laptop is missing its hard drive. Time to track one down and get it back in action! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Gently and carefully slide the hard disk out of the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21-92FX, taking your time.
Step 10
Keep your eyes peeled—there might be a couple of sneaky screws hiding under the hard drive cover that need to be taken out before you go for the back cover.
– Take out all fourteen of those 2.5mm Phillips #0 screws from the laptop’s back panel—time to give those screws an early retirement!
Step 11
– Grab your trusty opening tool and gently pry off the back cover. It’s as easy as that! Just a little patience and you’re on your way. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 12
– Time to disconnect the power source! Carefully pull out the plug that connects the battery to the motherboard.
Step 13
– Gently pop the battery out of its cozy little slot.
Step 14
– Start by gently lifting the speaker from the right side of your device with the trusty iFixit Opening Tool.
– Slide the edge of the iFixit Opening Tool underneath the speaker and give it a little tug upwards.
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Step 15
– Use the Opening Tool to pop out the speaker located on the left side of your computer. Slide the edge under and gently pry upwards with a little elbow grease!
– Carefully wiggle the Tool under the speaker and lift it out smooth and steady. Voilà!
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Step 16
The cable that is connecting the speakers to the motherboard is placed under these plastic cables that are glued to the computer.
– Gently pry up these stuck-on cables using the Opening Tool—take your time, they might be a little clingy!
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Step 17
– Gently unplug the speaker connector from the motherboard using your fingers or a handy opening tool. Easy does it!
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Step 18
– To put everything back together, just work your way through these steps in reverse – easy peasy!
– You did it! If you need help with another repair or have any questions, you can always schedule a repair.
Success!
