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Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement

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  1. Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Insert the plastic opening tool into the middle of the bottom edge of the device. The tool should be inserted within the seam between the back and front covers.

    • Slide the opening tool to the right and slowly continue to separate the back cover from the device.

    • Avoid prying on the buttons, as they are easily damaged.

  2. Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Pull the cover off of the device once about three quarters of the cover has been pried open using the plastic opening tool.

  3. Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove masking tape from the battery.

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    • Pry the battery from the base using the nylon spudger and move it away from the motherboard.

    • Handle the battery with care to avoid damaging it.

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    • De-solder the three contact points and remove the battery.

    • See the following guide for instructions on how to solder. How To Solder and Desolder Connections

    • Use caution when operating the soldering iron.

  6. Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 1 of 3 Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 2 of 3 Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the two ZIF connectors attached to the motherboard by flipping up the black tabs before pulling the ribbon cable away.

    • Only use a fingernail or nylon spudger to flip up the retaining flap. Using metal tools may damage delicate components.

  7. Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Use the nut driver and J00 bit to remove the three 4 mm screws.

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    • Peel back metal tape that is hiding the auxiliary port wires.

    • Remove tape that is holding the speaker wires in place.

    • Lift up on the motherboard to release it from the tablet.

  9. Nextbook Premium 7SE Charging Port Replacement, Replace Charging Port: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Flip the motherboard over and locate the Micro USB port once the motherboard has been detached

    • De-solder the three contact points and remove the port.

    • See the following guide for instructions on how to solder. How To Solder and Desolder Connections

    • Use caution when operating the soldering iron.

Conclusion

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

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