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HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement

HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement

Rosalind Villalvazo

Rosalind Villalvazo and 3 other contributors

Last updated on October 30, 2021

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  1. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back of the phone by pushing firmly with your thumbs up towards the camera.

    • Remove both the battery and the SD card (Press SD card in to release)

    • Locate and remove the four Torx screws highlighted in the photo, with the phone laying face down on your work space.

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  2. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully pry the inside back cover from the device using an appropriate size plastic opening tool or small flathead screwdriver.

    • Insert the flat end between the back and front enclosure, working your way around the rim.

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  3. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Gently depress and release the small plastic tabs around the rim in the front enclosure, highlighted here.

    • It is best to start with the tab found on the top center of the phone, as it is easiest to locate.

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  5. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Carefully separate the front and back enclosures once all of the clips have been disengaged.

    • Be sure to not separate too quickly or you risk breaking an attached tab.

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  6. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 5, image 1 of 2 HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Release the two ribbon cables using a plastic opening tool.

    • Gently pry up the pop connectors used to attach the ribbon cables to the motherboard.

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  7. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two screws located at the bottom left and right of the motherboard using a small Phillips screwdriver.

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  8. HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 HTC Hero Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Gently lift the motherboard out of the front enclosure once the screws are removed.

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Conclusion

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

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Rosalind Villalvazo

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