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ZTE Quest n817 Motherboard Replacement

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If you do need to replace your ZTE Quest's motherboard, this guide will take you through the process of opening your device and fully removing the motherboard.

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    • Ensure that the phone is turned off before starting.

    • Orient the device so that the inset on the right side of the device is facing you.

    • Insert the spudger into the inset and carefully remove the back panel.

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    • Use the ribbon to remove the exposed battery.

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    • Use the JIS #000 screwdriver to remove the six 3.0mm screws placed in the back of the ZTE Quest.

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    • Carefully pry open the back panel with the plastic opening tool.

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    Tweezers
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    • Use a pair of tweezers to gently disconnect the ribbon cable connector from its socket.

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    • Pull back the tape encasing the brown ribbon cable connector.

    • Remove the ribbon cable from its socket.

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    • Unplug the flat-top connector by using a pair of tweezers to pry up each side before removing the connector from its socket.

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    • Disconnect the coaxial connector in the bottom right corner of the motherboard.

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

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