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Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement

Introduction

The screen of your Anbernic RG 40XXV produces the gaming visuals to interact with the device. If your screen is damaged, cracked, or faulty, it may need to be replaced. If the device will not power on, follow this troubleshooting guide.

This guide will walk you through how to replace the screen of your Anbernic RG 40XXV. This is the most challenging part of the device to replace, with an almost complete disassembly of the device.

Before beginning the repair, ensure the device is fully powered off and disconnected from the charger.

What you need

  1. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Back Panel Assembly: step 1, image 1 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Back Panel Assembly: step 1, image 2 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Back Panel Assembly: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the micro SD card located on the left and right sides of the device by pushing into the SD card slot and pulling the card out.

    • Unscrew all six 7.5 mm screws on the backside of the case using a 1.5 mm hex screwdriver.

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  2. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Take apart the case by separating the front and back sides using an iFixit opening tool.

    • When using the opening tool, carefully pry open the case to avoid damaging the device.

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  3. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the battery connection cable by gently pulling it away with angled tweezers from the slot that connects the cable to the motherboard.

    • The cable connection to the motherboard is labeled "+BAT-" for easy identification.

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  4. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 1 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 2 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the 10 5.5 mm screws securing the circuit board to the case.

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  6. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the tape covering the ribbon cables.

    • Using ESD-safe tweezers, gently pull the ribbon cables away from the circuit board.

    • Using ESD-safe tweezers will prevent further damage to your device and harm to yourself.

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  7. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Gently lift the circuit board out of the case.

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  8. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement, Screen: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Gently slide an opening pick in between the screen and the case frame.

    • Do not slide the opening pick under the case frame aggressively, as this could damage your screen or device further.

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  9. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Gently slide a Jimmy in between the screen and case frame.

    • Move the Jimmy around the underside of the case frame to loosen the adhesive holding the screen in place.

    • Gently loosening the adhesive of the screen is key in this step, as aggressive movements could damage the device further.

    • It may be helpful to slide another opening pick under the case frame to aid in releasing the strong adhesive.

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  10. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Gently press on the back side of the screen to dislodge it from the case.

    • If the adhesive has not been fully released, return to step 6 to continue loosening it to avoid further damage to the device.

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  11. Anbernic RG 40XXV Screen Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the screen from the case.

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Conclusion

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

2 Guide Comments

where do you buy replacement screens?

Esha - Reply Share

If I send my device to you, can you repair or replace the screen? Or do you have any workshop in India or any collaboration with some repair centre in India?

Rishab Lath - Reply Share

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