Acer Aspire 7730 Series Service Manual page 83

Release the securing latches and disconnect E as shown.
6. Remove the four securing screws from the upper cover.
7. Grasp the Upper Cover by the hinge socket and pry it open. Do not lift the cover completely off.
NOTE: Do not try to pry open more than one edge at a time.
8. While holding the cover open, pull through any remaining cables.
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