Anbernic RG 40XXV Motherboard Replacement

Written By: Kristen Gismondi
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Anbernic RG 40XXV Motherboard Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

6

Time Required

No estimate

Introduction

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    • Remove the micro SD card located on the left and right sides of the device by pushing into the SD card slot and pulling the card out.

    • Unscrew all six 7.5 mm screws on the backside of the case using a 1.5 mm hex screwdriver.

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    • Take apart the case by separating the front and back sides using an iFixit opening tool.

    • When using the opening tool, carefully pry open the case to avoid damaging the device.

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    • Disconnect the battery connection cable by gently pulling it away with angled tweezers from the slot that connects the cable to the motherboard.

    • The cable connection to the motherboard is labeled "+BAT-" for easy identification.

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    • Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the 10 5.5 mm screws securing the circuit board to the case.

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    • Remove the tape covering the ribbon cables.

    • Using ESD-safe tweezers, gently pull the ribbon cables away from the circuit board.

    • Using ESD-safe tweezers will prevent further damage to your device and harm to yourself.

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    • Gently lift the circuit board out of the case.

Conclusion

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

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Kristen Gismondi

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