Introduction
Use this guide to replace the motherboard in your Nvidia Shield Tablet.
What you need
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Tool used on this step:Anti-Static Wrist Strap$7.95
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Set the tablet so the buttons, microSD, and stylus port are facing you.
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Open the microSD slot.
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Using the flat end of the spudger tool, carefully pry open the case starting from the microSD slot, slowly sliding the spudger along the inside edge of the case.
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As you remove your case, be aware of small clips along the edges.
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Finally, set the old casing aside.
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Tool used on this step:Anti-Static Wrist Strap$7.95
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Carefully use the precision tweezers to unplug the ribbon cable.
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Remove the two 6.5 mm Phillips #00 screws and seven 3.0 mm Phillips #00 screws.
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Use a pair of tweezers to disconnect the three black antenna cables from the motherboard.
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Use the flat end of the spudger tool to carefully pry up the motherboard.
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Desolder the positive and negative battery cables from the motherboard.
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The motherboard should now come free.
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Where do you obtain a new motherboard?
The real question is more about how to find a new shield tablet motherboard ??
where can i buy the motherboard
waar kan ik een nieuw shield moederbord kopen?
Hello, I'm looking for a description of the various ribbon connectors on the motherboard.
I'm also looking for a hint to solve a problem I have after replacing the screen+digitizer: the right side (half) of the touch screen does'n work.
