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Use this guide to remove or replace the [product|IF358-020|daughterboard] in your Samsung Galaxy S21. | | ***For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your phone.*** This reduces the risk of a dangerous thermal event if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, [[What to do with a swollen battery|take appropriate precautions|new_window=true]]. | | The daughterboard and USB-C charging port are soldered together; replacing one component means replacing both. | | It’s not necessary to remove both interconnect cables before removing the daughterboard, but it’s highly recommended; doing. Doing so will make the procedure much easier. Some photos show the interconnect cables being replaced individually, but, if you follow the steps in order, they should both be removed. |
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