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Vizio E550i-B2 Power Distribution Board Replacement

Introduction

Televisions are one of the largest contributors to electronic waste. One of the more common problems that can happen to a television is the power distribution board failing. This guide will show you how to find and replace this power distribution board in a Vizio E550i-B2 television, allowing it to be used once again.

What you need

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    • Place the unplugged television down on a clean surface.

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    • Remove and set aside all 15 Phillips screws.

    • All screws are 13 mm in length, so no sorting is required.

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    • There are two speaker wires attached to the back of the TV Panel.

    • Disconnect these two wires.

    • The power distribution board is the larger board and is distinguished by its yellow color.

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    • Disconnect the two cables attached to the board.

    • Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the seven screws.

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  6. Vizio E550i-B2 Power Distribution Board Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the board from the television and replace it with the new board.

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Conclusion

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

Once finished reassembling, remember to bring the damaged board to an electronic recycling location.

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Nicholas Hughes

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One Comment

My board looks completely different. The plug the power goes into, is separate from the board, and there appears to be a 3rd board not shown in the instructions.

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