Introduction: Welcome back, everyone! In this comprehensive video guide, I’ll be walking you through a complete teardown of the Acer Aspire 3117 laptop. Whether you’re looking to upgrade components like RAM or the hard drive, replace the battery, or diagnose potential issues, this teardown will cover it all. So, let’s dive right in!

Step 1: Removing the Back Cover To kick things off, grab a Phillips screwdriver and remove all screws securing the back cover of the laptop. Once the screws are out, gently pry open the back cover using a plastic pry tool.

Step 2: Exploring Internal Components With the back cover removed, we get a clear view of the laptop’s internal layout. Take note of the battery, M.2 SSD, and other components. Unfortunately, it appears that the RAM is soldered onto the motherboard, limiting upgrade options.

Step 3: Replacing the Battery If you’re looking to replace the battery, take note of the model number (AP119B8K) for compatibility. I’ll provide links in the description for replacement parts to ensure you get the right one. Disconnect the battery by sliding the connector downwards and carefully lift it out.

Step 4: Upgrading the SSD To upgrade the M.2 SSD, use a smaller Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw securing it in place. Slide the SSD out and consider upgrading to a larger capacity if needed. I’ll also share a link for a USB adapter to extract data from the SSD if the laptop is no longer functional.

Step 5: CPU Fan Replacement If your laptop is overheating, you may need to replace the CPU fan. Disconnect the fan connector, remove the screws securing it, and lift the fan out. Take note of the part number for finding a suitable replacement.

Step 6: Disconnecting Internal Cables Carefully disconnect various internal cables, including Wi-Fi antennas, keyboard, trackpad, camera, speaker, and LCD cable. Take your time to avoid damaging any connectors.

Step 7: Removing the Motherboard Remove the screws securing the motherboard and gently lift it out of the chassis. Take note of any signs of water damage or other issues that may require further investigation.

Step 8: Keyboard Assembly Unfortunately, the keyboard is not replaceable key by key. If you need to replace it, you’ll have to swap out the entire keyboard assembly. Slide the new keyboard into place and secure it with screws.

Step 9: Final Checks and Reassembly Inspect the motherboard for any damage before reassembly. Once satisfied, reinstall the motherboard, reconnect all cables, and secure everything back in place. Take your time to ensure everything is properly aligned.

Conclusion: And there you have it, folks! A complete teardown of the Acer Aspire 3117 laptop, covering everything from battery replacement to motherboard removal. I hope this guide has been helpful to you. If you found it useful, don’t forget to smash that like button, subscribe to the channel, and consider supporting me through YouTube Super Thanks. Thanks for watching, and until next time, goodbye!