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Definitive Technology W7 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

This guide outlines how to replace the motherboard of the Definitive Technology W7, with a model number of 093207098505.

What you need

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    • Flip the speaker upside down, then use the Phillips #2 screwdriver remove the 4 screws securing the bottom cover.

    • The screw next to the I/O panel will be approximately 20 mm in length. The other screws will be approximately 35 mm in length.

    • Use the metal spudger to remove all rubber feet.

    • Unscrew all four screws from under the rubber feet.

    • These screws will be approximately 35 mm in length.

    • You can now use the prying tool to pry the bottom panel off the speaker.

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    • Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the 5 screws from the motherboard.

    • These screws are approximately 8 mm in length.

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    • Push up the locking tabs on the sides of the ribbon cable connector.

    • Gently pull the ribbon cable out from the connector to remove it.

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    • Tilt the motherboard outwards from the speaker.

    • Remove all five connectors from the motherboard.

    • Remove the motherboard from the speaker.

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    • Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the three screws from the network card.

    • These screws are approximately 8mm in length.

    • Remove the network card from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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