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D-Link DIR-890L Motherboard Replacement

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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    • Peel off the four rubber rectangular feet with your fingers.

    • The feet may be hard to remove. Apply additional force if necessary.

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    • Unscrew the 5mm screws in each corner using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    • Wedge the opening tool between the red top panel and the gray bottom panel.

    • 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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  5. D-Link DIR-890L Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Orient the router so the narrow end of the router faces you and the ports face away from you.

    • The six, hot-glued antenna connections are in the middle and at the top right of the motherboard.

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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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Conclusion

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

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