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Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement

Introduction

Has the logic board gone out on your device? Use this easy to follow guide to replace the logic board.

What you need

  1. Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement, Prerequisite Only: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Find the grooves around the buttons on the front and carefully remove the panel. This can be done without the use of any tools.

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  2. Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Using a plastic opening tool, place the skinny flat end between the groove running along side of the device.

    • Using a twisting motion, detach the control panel from the device

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  3. Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Find the groove around the outside of the green section. Use an ESD safe spudger to slowly lift the plastic panel up.

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  5. Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • After removing the green section, find the groove around the display. Insert a ESD safe spudger and carefully lift the display.

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  6. Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • The display can lift up the display but be sure not to damage any of the cables connecting it to the mother board.

    • Remove the screw located under the display using the 00 Phillips head screwdriver.

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    • Pull up on the motherboard and display. It is glued to the base so it will require a little force. Be careful though, as the board is fragile.

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  8. Creative Zen V Plus Logic Board Replacement, Logic Board: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Unplug the logic board from the battery. Replace the logic board with your new logic board and reassemble your device.

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Conclusion

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

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