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Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX9 Card Reader Replacement

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  1. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX9 Card Reader Replacement, Prerequisites Only: step 1, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX9 Card Reader Replacement, Prerequisites Only: step 1, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX9 Card Reader Replacement, Prerequisites Only: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to unscrew the six 2mm screws on the outer case of the camera.

    • If there is a battery or SD card inside remove before beginning the process.

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    • Use your hands or a Spudger to Pull off the front cover of the camera.

    • If the casing is not coming apart easily, do not force it.

  3. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX9 Card Reader Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the protective black cover layer with your hands and set it aside.

    • The use of tweezers may be necessary if the cover is difficult to remove.

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    • The ZIF connector can be removed by flipping the small black holder into the upright position and then sliding the ribbon cable out carefully.

    • Once this has been done, use tweezers to unplug the flat topped connector for the lens’ circuit board from the motherboard.

    • DO NOT force the ribbon cables or they will rip.

    • Refer to the (Recognizing & Disconnecting Cable Connectors) page for assistance.

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    • Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the two screws for the metal plate on the bottom.

    • Detach the smaller ribbon cables by sliding them out.

    • Detach the large ribbon cable by flipping the small black holder in an upright position and then sliding the cable out carefully.

    • Detach the ribbon cables slowly and carefully or they will rip.

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    • Carefully remove the Memory card circuit board.

    • The circuit board should come out with little force. If it does not, make sure all connections are disconnected.

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