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When working on replacing the Digiland DL1168A motherboard, it is important to keep in mind when working with electronics, it's important to choose a tool that's ESD-safe to avoid accidental damage to the device. Common reasons for motherboard failure include excessive electrical shocks, increased heat, or physical damage to the device.
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Using an opening tool, begin softly prying open device by first inserting it in between the front and back panels.
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Continue prying the edges while moving around the device's perimeter until the back can be easily removed.
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Carefully lift back panel away from the body of the device.
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Desolder the four wires connecting the rear case to the motherboard.
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Disconnect the wires from the motherboard.
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Remove the rear case from the device.
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Using a pair of tweezers, carefully lift the three zero insertion force connectors (ZIF) attached to the motherboard.
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Using the soldering iron, desolder all eight wires connected to the motherboard.
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Removing the red wire then the black wire (2 wires).
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Desolder the three wires and remove them.
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Remove the single grey wire.
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Remove the yellow and red twisted wires and black and red twisted wires connected to the speakers.
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Remove the four 4mm Phillips #00 screws attached to the motherboard.
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Gently lift and remove the motherboard using the iFixit opening tool.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.