Pace IT - Laptop Construction and Deconstruction

Laptop construction and deconstruction.

Instructor, PACE-IT Program – Edmonds Community College

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PC Hardware

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M.B.A., IT Management, Western Governor’s University

B.S., IT Security, Western Governor’s University

Entrepreneur, executive leader, and proven manger with 10+ years of experience turning complex issues into efficient and effective solutions.

Strengths include developing and mentoring diverse workforces, improving processes, analyzing business needs and creating the solutions required— with a focus on technology.

Brian K. Ferrill, M.B.A.


– Common laptop construction.

– Laptop field repair.

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Common laptop construction.Laptop construction and deconstruction.

Common laptop construction.

– Common laptop materials.» Plastic is used extensively in the construction of

laptops.• Inexpensive.• Lightweight.• Easy to work with.• Durable (to a point).

» Aluminum is used in higher end construction of laptops.

• More expensive.• Lightweight.• Durable and rugged.

» Other metal alloys (e.g., magnesium) are used in high end construction of laptops.

• Most expensive.• Very lightweight.• Tend to not be as durable as aluminum, but are

more durable than plastic.



Laptops tend to have fewer components that are easily replaceable in the field.

For those components that can be easily replaced in the field, manufacturers commonly place access to them on the bottom side of the laptop. It is not uncommon to find access doors for RAM, batteries, and optical drives on the underside of laptops.


Laptop field repair.Laptop construction and deconstruction.

Laptop field repair.

There is no standard method of breaking a laptop down to its individual components.

Researching the manufacturers’ documentation and other sources is the key to successfully breaking down and reassembling a laptop. The Internet will be a vital resource when having to dismantle a laptop to perform any type of field repair.



– General tips for disassembly.» Research the manufacturer’s documentation on

the process.• Research other sources (the Internet).

» Develop a step-by-step plan.» Unplug the power cord and turn the system off.» Document all screw and cable locations (take

pictures).• Systematically organize parts.

» Use the appropriate tools.• Use plastic wedges when there is a need to pry

open something—with plastic there is less danger of marring surfaces.

» When reassembling, reverse the order.


What was covered.Laptop construction and deconstruction.

Plastic is used extensively in the construction of laptops because it is inexpensive, easy to form, and fairly durable. Other materials may be used as well. For those items that are easily field replaceable, it is common for there to be access covers on the bottom of the unit.

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Summary

There is no standard established for the disassembly of a laptop in order for field repair to take place. General steps include: researching the manufacturers’ documentation and other sources, unplugging the power cord, turning the system off, documenting screw and cable locations, and organizing parts in a systematic way—all while using the appropriate tools for the job. When reassembling, reverse the order.


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