Installing Nintendo 3DS SD Board

Prerequisite Only

Prerequisite Only

Please note that this guide is only a prerequisite for other guides.

SD board prerequisite.

SD board prerequisite guide.

Tools
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Add Note Edit Step 1 — SD Board  ¶ 

  • Remove the two 4.5 mm Phillips screws securing the SD board to the motherboard.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the SD board ribbon cable connector off its socket on the motherboard.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Insert the flat end of a spudger between the SD board and the motherboard.

  • Run the spudger along the sides of the SD board to free it from the adhesive pad holding it in place.

  • Once completely freed, lift the SD board straight off the motherboard.

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

For more information, check out the Nintendo 3DS device page.

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