Introduction
The motherboard is the main hub of the router. It is responsible for all the functions of the router. Problems like a lack of connection, water spillage on router, fire on router, will all require a replacement of the mother board.
What you need
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Wedge the opening tool between the red top panel and the gray bottom panel.
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Twist the opening tool to separate the panels. Work your way around the case until both of the panels are separated.
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Orient the router so the narrow end of the router faces you and the ports face away from you.
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The six, hot-glued antenna connections are in the middle and at the top right of the motherboard.
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Tool used on this step:Heavy-Duty Spudger$4.99
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Pry off the antenna connectors using a heavy-duty spudger.
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Continue to pry off the last three antenna connections on the upper right portion of the motherboard.
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Open the plastic bracket enclosing the three antenna wires and pull the wires out with your hands.
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Pull the yellow tape off of the motherboard to release the final antenna wire.
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Pull the the motherboard away from the case to remove it. Start on the side closest to you, and pull up and out.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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