Introduction
Issues with the ports on the left side of the laptop can indicate that the IO board is in need of replacement. Follow this step by step guide to replace it yourself.
Tools
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The IO Board will be the section of circuitry to the left. It's held down by a couple of 3mm and 6mm screws and some device connections.
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Unscrew the 3mm and 6mm screws on the IO Board with a phillips head J000 screwdriver.
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Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.