Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro Camera Repair
Complete guide to Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro camera repair. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
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🔧 Repair Overview
Camera Repair is one of the most common repairs for Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro. This repair involves replacing the damaged optics component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires moderate skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
🔩 Replacement Parts
What You'll Need
- Replacement optics part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Access the rubber feet
Before you begin, shut down your laptop and unplug it.
Close the screen and lay your laptop down with the rear case facing up to access the four rubber feet.
Step 2: Remove the rubber feet
Insert an opening pick between the rear case and the rubber foot.
Pry up with the pick and dislodge the foot from the rear case.
Use [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or your fingers to remove the rubber foot.
Repeat this process on the remaining rubber feet.
There are two types of rubber feet for this laptop. During reassembly, make sure the [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/L2ZoWXvLMERBIVcf.full|top feet|new_window=true] say "M4" and the [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/2qKDgh1KEc1rBRNs.full|bottom feet|new_window=true] say "M1".
To reinstall a rubber foot, align it over the recess and push down until it's secured.
Step 3: Unfasten the rear case
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four 4.5 mm screws securing the rear case.
Throughout this repair, [product|IF145-167-4|keep track of each screw|new_window=true] and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.
Step 4: Insert an opening pick
Apply a suction handle to the middle of the rear case's bottom edge, as close to the edge as possible.
Pull up on the handle with a strong, steady force to create a small gap between the rear case and the frame.
This may take significant force and multiple tries.
Insert an opening pick into the gap you created.
Step 5: Release the clips
Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to release the clips securing the rear case.
Continue sliding the pick along the perimeter of the laptop until all the clips securing the rear case have been released.
Step 6: Remove the rear case
Lift the rear case up and away from the laptop and remove it.
During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your laptop and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your laptop back down before you continue working.
Step 7: Remove the battery connector's tape
Use [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or your fingers to peel up and remove the tape covering the battery connector.
Set the tape aside. You'll reuse it during reassembly.
Step 8: Disconnect the battery
Insert the flat end of a spudger under the battery cables, as close to the connector as possible.
Gently pry up and disconnect the battery connector from its socket.
Step 9: Disconnect the display cable's ZIF connector
Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up the locking flap on the right display cable's ZIF connector.
Step 10: Disconnect the display cable
Use [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or your fingers to grip the display cable's pull tab and gently pull the cable out of its socket on the motherboard.
Step 11: Remove the display cable from its recess
Slowly pull the right display cable out of its recess.
A small clip secures the cable.
During reassembly, make sure that the display cable is secured under its [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/PQ1rcAgYbDy2M43Y.full|new_window=true|clip].
Step 12: Disconnect and remove the left display cable
Repeat the disconnection and removal procedure on the left display cable.
Step 13: Open the laptop
Open the laptop until it's completely flat and lay it down with the display and keyboard facing down.
Before laying the laptop down, make sure you have a clean surface that is clear of items that could damage the display.
Step 14:
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 3.6 mm screws securing the right screen hinge.
During reassembly, install the screws from left to right.
Step 15:
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 3.6 mm screws securing the left screen hinge.
During reassembly, install the screws from right to left.
Step 16: Remove the screen
Lift the screen up and away from the laptop and remove it.
Step 17:
The screen is now detached from the laptop.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $36-$150)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($60-$250)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 266 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro generates 270 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 4 kg of CO₂. That's a 99% reduction in carbon emissions!
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