1. **Preparation**
Place the Star Lite Mk V on a soft, protected surface to prevent any scratches or damage.
![I5_1.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_1.jpg?v=1772459150)

2. **Remove the Micro SD Card Tray**
Insert a pin into the small hole to eject and remove the Micro SD card tray.
![image](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_25.jpg?v=1724246055)

3. **Separate the Display and Backplate**
Using the plastic pick, gently wedge it between the display and the backplate to begin separating the two components.
![I5_2.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_2.jpg?v=1772459244)
![I5_3.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_3.jpg?v=1772459250)

4. **Lift the Backplate**
Carefully raise the backplate to a 90° angle. Two ribbon cables connect it to the mainboard—disconnect these before fully removing the backplate.
![I5_4.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_4.jpg?v=1772459255)
![I5_5.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_5.jpg?v=1772459260)
![I5_6.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_6.jpg?v=1772459266)

5. **Remove the Battery**
Once the backplate is off, begin by disconnecting and removing the battery.
![I5_7.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_7.jpg?v=1772459271)

6. **Disconnect the Display Connector**
Lift the fine clamp securing the display cable and gently pull the cable out.
![I5_8.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_8.jpg?v=1772459276)
![I5_9.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_9.jpg?v=1772459281)
![I5_10.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_10.jpg?v=1772459287)
![I5_11.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_11.jpg?v=1772459293)
![I5_12.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_12.jpg?v=1772459298)

7. **Remove the SSD**
Unscrew the single screw securing the SSD, then gently pull the drive out of its connector.
![I5_13.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_13.jpg?v=1772459304)

8. **Remove the Speakers**
Unscrew the two screws securing each speaker. Disconnect the speaker cable from the mainboard.
![I5_14.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_14.jpg?v=1772459308)
![I5_15.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_15.jpg?v=1772459313)
![I5_16.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_16.jpg?v=1772459318)
![I5_17.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_17.jpg?v=1772459323)

9. **Disconnect the Touch and I/O Ribbon Cables**
Remove the touch and I/O ribbon cables from the mainboard.
![I5_18.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_18.jpg?v=1772459328)

10. **Disconnect the Accelerometer Ribbon Cable**
![I5_19.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_19.jpg?v=1772459332)

11. **Detach the Wireless Antennas**
Using the plastic pick, carefully lift the antenna connectors away from the wireless card.
![I5_20.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_20.jpg?v=1772459337)

12. **Remove the Mainboard**
Unscrew the five black mainboard screws, then gently lift the board out of the chassis.
![I5_21.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_21.jpg?v=1772459343)

13. **Remove the I/O Board**
Unscrew the two screws securing the I/O board.
![I5_22.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_22.jpg?v=1772459347)

14. **Lift the Battery**
The battery is lightly taped down—gently lift it away from the chassis.
![I5_23.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_23.jpg?v=1772459353)

15. **Disassembly Complete**
Reassembly is the reverse of these steps.
![I5_24.jpg](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2059/5897/files/I5_24.jpg?v=1772459358)

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**Note:** When reattaching the backplate, align the camera opening first, then gently press around the edges to clip it securely back into place.