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This guide is only intended to be used as a prerequisite for other guides. It's incomplete by itself.

Introduction

This guide walks you through the replacement of the logic board or front display. If you have not already, it's recommended that you reference the troubleshooting guide before attempting to repair your Creative Zen V Plus.

What you need

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    • Find the grooves around the buttons on the front and carefully remove the panel. This can be done without the use of any tools.

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    • Using a plastic opening tool, place the skinny flat end between the groove running along side of the device.

    • Using a twisting motion, detach the control panel from the device

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    • Find the groove around the outside of the green section. Use an ESD safe spudger to slowly lift the plastic panel up.

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    • After removing the green section, find the groove around the display. Insert a ESD safe spudger and carefully lift the display.

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    • The display can lift up the display but be sure not to damage any of the cables connecting it to the mother board.

    • Remove the screw located under the display using the 00 Phillips head screwdriver.

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    • Pull up on the motherboard and display. It is glued to the base so it will require a little force. Be careful though, as the board is fragile.

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Conclusion

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

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