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Kobo Libra 2: Kobo Libra 2 dead after 1 month of no use - no charge LED, no response

Sun, 17 May 2026 22:03:24 -0700

Looking for advice before I commit to a battery replacement.

My Kobo Libra 2 was working perfectly with no signs of battery degradation whatsoever. Normal charge times, normal runtime, no swelling, no issues. It then sat unused for about a month. Now it's completely unresponsive:

- No charging LED when plugged in (from any source)

- No response to short or long power button presses

- Screen stays blank, no "Powered off" message, no boot logo, nothing

What I've already tried:

- Multiple USB-C cables (data-capable, known good)

- Multiple power sources, including a 2A wall adapter (not just computer USB)

- Power button hold for ~30 seconds, then attempted reboot

- Left it plugged into the wall adapter overnight, no change in the morning

- Inspected the USB-C port, it's clean with no lint or debris, and the connector seats fully

Kobo support told me it's out of warranty and pointed me to iFixit as their repair partner. I understand iFixit doesn't currently stock a genuine Kobo battery for the Libra 2 specifically (only for the newer Colour models), so I'd be sourcing an aftermarket 305080 cell.

My questions:

1. Given that the device was fully healthy a month ago and just sat unused, does this sound like a deep-discharged battery latched off by the protection circuit, or could it be something on the motherboard?

2. Anything else worth trying before I open it up?

3. For the Libra 2 specifically, any tips on the battery swap? Recommended sources for a pre-wired 305080 to avoid soldering directly to the board? Anything to watch out for on disassembly?

Thanks in advance.

⟐ Answer edited May 17, 2026 at 22:03 MST

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Hi,

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⟐ Answer accepted April 26, 2026 at 7:14 MST

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⟐ Answer edited April 20, 2026 at 20:25 MST

Onyx Boox E-reader: Boox Max2 requires heating

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:06:41 -0700

This is not a question -- this is a quick note on my attempt to replace the battery in Boox Max 2 (a 1000 Euro device), Maybe it will help someone out there. My device had a thick layer of hot-melt glue below the rim, gluing the unit shut and hiding screws behind that need to be removed to access the battery. The glue had no function in water-proofing the device, it only appeared to be there to prevent self-repair. If you can't lift the rim with a blade, do not attempt further and use a hair dryer/heat gun to soften the glue or send the unit to Onyx. The battery inside is soldered to the motherboard. One can cut the cables and solder to the cables. The white cable did not need to be connected to a battery protection board to power up the unit. I was able to power my up with a lab power supply set to 3.8V (a this setting, the battery shows at 50% full). The unit draws as much as 1.2A during power up.

I will never buy an e-reader again w/o checking its repairability score. At least not for this amount of money,

P.S. If anyone wants parts from the damaged unit, let me know. The motherboard seems OK. I am in Europe.

⟐ Edited by author April 13, 2026 at 5:06 MST

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⟐ Commented April 07, 2026 at 8:25 MST

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Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:01:27 -0700

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⟐ Answer edited March 27, 2026 at 20:01 MST

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Hi Kobo Support,

My Kobo Colour Libra has been stuck on a book cover page, being unresponsive to anh touch or button response. I tried charging it, but the charge light usually does not.come on (only sometimes, but most of the time it does not indicate that it is charging). I am also unable to switch it on/off or restart it.

My kobo's warranty has sadly expired. Please do help me in this, thank you!

⟐ Answered March 27, 2026 at 19:56 MST

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my brand new Kobo Clara hit the floor and seems to have physical damage on the screen. Any tip on where to get the replacement screen and replace it?

All the best

⟐ Answered March 27, 2026 at 19:26 MST

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Thanks in advance!

⟐ Answered March 27, 2026 at 19:07 MST

Kobo Libra Colour: Is this a scratched screen or the cover?

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⟐ Answer edited March 27, 2026 at 7:29 MST

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⟐ Commented March 25, 2026 at 21:25 MST

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⟐ Commented March 24, 2026 at 10:38 MST

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Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:40:45 -0700

My Kobo Clara BW N365B was recently damaged by being carried in my back with a few other books, and it must have gotten squished between them, and now the screen is totally shot so I'd like to replace it. It appears as though the screen being sold through iFixIt is for the N365 model specifically.

I'm attempting to determine if the screen is in any way compatible with the N365B model. It seems as though it's not, but I was hoping for a definitive answer. If not, any guidance on where I may be able to source one would be greatly appreciated, as Kobo Support was not of any assistance.

⟐ Commented March 13, 2026 at 23:40 MST