IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement

はじめに

This guide will show you how to replace the speakers on the IBM ThinkPad T42.

If your T42 audio output is distorted or not functioning due to a damaged speaker, you can restore the sound quality by replacing the speaker using this easy-to-follow guide.

Power down the T42 and disconnect from any power supply before you begin.

必要な工具と部品

手順1 Bottom cover

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Bottom cover: 手順 1、 1の画像 1

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the twenty screws on the underside of the T42.

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手順2 Rear screws

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Rear screws: 手順 2、 1の画像 1

Remove the four Phillips screws located on either side of the rear of the T42 (there are two on each end.)

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手順3 Keyboard and Trackpad

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Keyboard and Trackpad: 手順 3、 1の画像 1

Flip the laptop over and open the screen to access the keyboard and trackpad.
The keyboard and trackpad are connected to the motherboard. Before removing the keyboard and trackpad, disconnect both components from the motherboard, as shown in the following step.
The bezel and keyboard will be loose, be careful.

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手順4

Carefully maneuver the palm rest away from the keyboard, as both the keyboard and palm rest/trackpad will come off together.
Remember, both the keyboard and trackpad have connectors to the motherboard. Disconnect these before completely removing either component.

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手順5 Lower Bracket

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Lower Bracket: 手順 5、 2の画像 1

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Lower Bracket: 手順 5、 2の画像 2

Grasp the metal bracket to remove it from the device.

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手順6 Microphone cover

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Microphone cover: 手順 6、 1の画像 1

Remove the rubber cover from the microphone.

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手順7 Speakers

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Speakers: 手順 7、 2の画像 1

IBM ThinkPad T42 Speakers Replacement, Speakers: 手順 7、 2の画像 2

Check to ensure the speaker cartridge moves freely before removing the cartridge.
Disconnect the speaker wire from the unit and carefully remove the speaker.

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