an original ipaq from compaq not hp

the teardown is realatively simple (PS: simply is not always easy)

There are four torx screws here

Gently pry around the edges to release the cover

fold the back under the front panel and carefully remove the battery connector

x

Disconnect the backlight

from the inverter

here is an Htc branded processor

be sure to pop up the black wire

remove the stylus ejector

Gently pull on the top face while lifting the logic board (will require some force)

Be careful of the black wire running along the board

Disconnect the screen and digitizer cables being careful not to damage the cable or connector

two Intel flash chips

again putting pressure on the top panel lift the display out of the case

an htc branded control board

(funny I thought it said compaq on the front?)

The final product (destroyed that is)

I used NO anti-static precautions, reassembled the device and after finaly getting the video cable to lock in it worked fine

PS: the touch panel worked But when i fixed the video cable i knocked it loose and didnt realize it and now i have to fix it (sigh)