"The backplate actually consists of two layers that are stuck together with double sided tape. Use a prying tool of sorts to separate these two layers. The outer is thinner than the inner. This exposes additional screws that you can remove. After that you can separate the top and shell of the case."
This is what I've read online, but I don't know how to separate these two layers without damaging it, or even to get a prying tool into such a position since the top plate appears to have folded edges.
This is what I've read online, but I don't know how to separate these two layers without damaging it, or even to get a prying tool into such a position since the top plate appears to have folded edges.
A solvent-soaked piece of dental floss might be one technique - used for removing stuck-down LiIon battery packs in laptops.
Took some doing, but I finally managed to get into it. The trick was to put a pointed object into the screw hole, lift upwards, and then wedge a screwdriver in the side. Once the screwdriver is in place, you can gradually lever off the aluminum fascia. You can do this at both sides. Of course, I did damage it slightly, but it's quite flexible and can be straightened easily once off.
Attachments
What a stupid setup. Before attaching the removed panel you may want to drill holes in it to expose the necessary screws in case work is required in the future.
