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Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

Replacing the motherboard can help with bluetooth connection and control panel buttons issues.

What you need

  1. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement, Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 2 Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement, Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Disassembly: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Starting from any side, use your fingers to grab the black rubber sleeve and gently pull away from the speaker on both sides.

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  2. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Using your fingers, grab the blue sleeve from one side and pull away from the unit.

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  3. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • At each of the marked pry spots, use the metal spudger to lift the speaker grill away from the case.

    • Avoid using excessive force to prevent bending the grill.

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  4. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
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    • Use the tweezers to remove the six rubber stoppers. There are four in the middle and two on the sides.

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  6. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Use the PH1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the six 12mm screws that lie underneath each rubber stopper.

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  7. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull apart the front panel from the base of the speaker.

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  8. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • The battery will be in the middle of the speaker when the case is open.

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  9. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Pull firmly from both sides of the pin to disconnect the battery cable from the motherboard.

    • Pull battery up and away from speaker without catching any other components.

    • Motherboards have fragile components and can easily be damaged if they are hit or pulled on while extracting other parts.

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  10. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 1 of 2 Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the furthest right hand plug first.

    • Do not pull from the wires. Pull from the white connector.

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  11. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull the motherboard directly upwards to avoid damage.

    • Be sure to lift slowly.

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  12. Altec Lansing BoomJacket 2 Motherboard Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the remaining connectors from the motherboard.

    • Do not forcefully pull connectors. Pull from the connectors, not from the wires.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Where is the best place to purchase a motherboard for the Altec Lansing Jacket H20 4?

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