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RCA RCT6773W22 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

This guide will illustrate how to remove the motherboard.

What you need

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    • Remove the two 5mm screws from the bottom of the device using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

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    • Place the plastic opening tool between the case and the screen.

    • Slide the tool clockwise around the case until all the clips are removed.

    • Do not completely separate the case from the screen because there is a wire connecting the motherboard to the speaker.

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    • Desolder the two wires that connect the battery to the motherboard.

    • Learn more about soldering with this soldering technique guide.

    • Using the blue plastic opening tool, lift the battery away from the device.

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    • Desolder the wire connected from the speaker to the motherboard.

    • Pry the speaker from the casing with a plastic opening tool.

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    • Use the spudger to lift up the black tab on all three ZIF connectors.

    • Use tweezers to remove the ribbon cables from the zift connectors.

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    • Use Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the three 3mm screws on the motherboard.

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    • Use a spudger or plastic opening tool to lift up the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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