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Asus ZenFone 5 Motherboard Replacement

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    • Insert a SIM card removal tool or the end of a paperclip into the small hole on the lefthand side of the phone to release the SIM card.

    • Pull out the SIM card tray.

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    • It may help to apply heat to the back cover using either a heat gun or an iOpener before starting to remove the cover.

    • Use a plastic opening pick to pry into the crease between the back cover and the midframe of the phone.

    • Move all the way around the phone until the back cover is separated from the rest of the phone.

    • The images show a metal spudger being used to pry open the back cover. However, this process is not recommended, as it poses a puncture risk to the battery.

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    • Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the six screws across the top mid frame and gently lift the top assembly piece. It should detach easily and can be set aside.

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    • Use a halberd spudger to pry up the battery's press fit connector from the motherboard.

    • Gently pry the battery out of the case, taking care not to bend or puncture the battery.

    • It may help to apply a bit of heat through the screen to loosen the battery adhesive.

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    • Gently use a spudger to remove the wired connections on the motherboard.

    • Disconnect both ribbon cables by popping up the locking tab of the zif connectors and pulling the cable out.

    • Pry up the black coaxial cable and it will pop off its connector on the motherboard.

    • Remove the two screws holding down the motherboard with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Insert the pointed end of a spudger into the red rubber divot underneath the motherboard.

    • Gently pry the motherboard from the device.

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

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