Philips Somneo Motherboard Replacement

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Philips Somneo Motherboard Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

8

Time Required

10 - 25 minutes

Introduction

If you need to reinstall a new motherboard unit then use this guide. For this guide, you will need a Phillips #00 screwdriver head. No difficult steps will be needed in this guide except for carefully pulling out the cords.

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    • Remove the four silicone feet on the bottom plate.

    • Remove the following Phillips screws from the bottom plate:

    • Two 9 mm screws

    • Two 13 mm screws

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    • Remove the bottom plate from the device.

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    • Disconnect the antenna connector by pulling it directly out of its port.

    • Remove the antenna.

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    • Remove the four 9 mm Phillips screws securing the motherboard.

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    • Gently pull the motherboard down until the cables are visible.

    • Take care not to strain the connected cables.

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    • Remove each cord by gently disconnecting each connector with your hand.

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    • Continue gently removing each cord with you hand.

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    • Finish gently removing the final cord attached to the motherboard to successfully remove the motherboard.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
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