Once the microphone has been lifted away from the case, disconnect the microphone cable from the motherboard by pulling the cable out horizontally. Do not lift up to remove.
Once you have removed the speakers from the case, disconnect the speakers from the motherboard by pulling the cable out horizontally. Do not pull up on the cable.
Using the pointed tip of the nylon spudger, pry the unit board off the case
When working with electronics, it's important to choose a tool that's ESD-safe to avoid accidental damage to the device. The metal spudger is great when you need serious prying power, but the regular black nylon spudger or a plastic opening tool should be used whenever possible.
Looking forward to fixing this tablet a friend had given up on then gave to me. So funny how easily ppl give up!Thank you for this spectacular set of directions. Looks like it will be the one that works for the tablet I have.