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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement

Corbin M

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Dernière mise à jour le January 19, 2025

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Follow this guide to safely remove and replace the motherboard in your Lenovo ThinkPad X280. You may need to replace the motherboard if your laptop experiences hardware failure, such as no power, random shutdowns, or unresponsive components. Ensure you have the required tools and a compatible replacement motherboard before starting. This process involves disconnecting delicate internal components, so handle all connections and parts with care to avoid damage.

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  1. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Keyboard: étape 1, image 1 de 1

    • To begin, ensure that the device is powered off and not plugged into a energy supply.

    • Open the device to where you are directly viewing the screen with the keyboard laying flat.

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  2. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 2, image 1 de 1

    • Using the flat end of the spudger, insert it at the top of the right click button.

    • Pry it up to remove the button.

    • Repeat for the left click button.

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  3. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 3, image 1 de 1

    • Use the Phillips #0 screwdriver to unscrew the two 5 mm captive screws.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 4, image 1 de 1

    • Using the black spudger tool, gently lift under the plastic where the screws were located.

    • Slide the keyboard towards the screen of the LenovoThinkPad X280 and lift the front edge by hand.

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  5. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 5, image 1 de 1

    • Gently remove the keyboard from the device and flip it over.

    • It should still be attached with connectors on the far left corner at the top so be careful not to rip or pull the keyboard out.

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  6. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 6, image 1 de 1

    • Disconnect the keyboard and trackpad cables locks with the pointed end of the black spudger.

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  8. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 7, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 7, image 2 de 2

    • Gently pull the cables from the rectangular connection site to detach the keyboard.

    • Remove the keyboard.

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  9. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Back Panel: étape 8, image 1 de 1

    • To begin, ensure that the device is completely powered off and not connected to an energy supply.

    • Close the device and flip it over to expose the back panel.

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  10. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 9, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 9, image 2 de 2

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew the five captive screws on the back panel until a small pop is heard.

    • These are captive screws and do not come out completely.

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  11. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 10, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 10, image 2 de 2

    • Gently wedge an opening tool or spudger under the back panel, and loosen the clips around the perimeter until the back panel comes off.

    • Remove the back cover.

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  12. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: étape 11, image 1 de 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: étape 11, image 2 de 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: étape 11, image 3 de 3

    • Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the four 5 mm screws that are holding the battery down.

    • Remove the battery.

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  13. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Remove the SIM+MicroSD tray: étape 12, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement, Remove the SIM+MicroSD tray: étape 12, image 2 de 2

    • Push in with a SIM ejector tool, and while pushing, pull the tray out.

    • Some cheap ejectors are too short.

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  14. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 13, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 13, image 2 de 2

    • use a screwdriver or a spudger to flip up the two black ZIF locking flaps that secure the ribbon cables.

    • Disconnect the two ribbon cables.

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  15. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 14, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 14, image 2 de 2

    • Carefully use a spudger or a screwdriver to flip up the two locking flaps the metal retaining clips and disconnect the two ribbon cables from their sockets.

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  16. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 15, image 1 de 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 15, image 2 de 2

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the single 3 mm screw securing the Wi-Fi card.

    • Gently pull the Wi-Fi card out of its slot at an angle to prevent damage to the connectors.

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  17. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 16, image 1 de 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 16, image 2 de 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 16, image 3 de 3

    • Use nails or a spudger to gently disconnect the first two plastic connectors from the motherboard by carefully pulling each one straight out of its socket.

    • Disconnect the power button (third picture) with a spudger by nudging it, alternating on right and left sides, until it can be pulled out.

    • This is the most difficult part of this guide, it is finicky.

    • Avoid applying excessive force to prevent damage. Do not pull on the cables themselves!

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    • Remove the four 5.4 mm screws securing both the metal and plastic covers using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Gently lift and remove the covers to expose the internal components.

    • Unscrew the remaining fourteen 3.4 mm screws using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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  19. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 18, image 1 de 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 18, image 2 de 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X280 Motherboard Replacement: étape 18, image 3 de 3

    • Carefully lift the motherboard by gently bending it to release it from its secured position.

    • Once it is loose, pull it out and away from the case, ensuring all connectors and screws are detached to avoid damage.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.

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