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Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Daughterboard Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace a broken/damaged daughterboard, which contains the USB charging port, as well as an antenna.

What you need

Video Overview

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    • Remove the back cover.

    • Ther is an indent to insert your fingernail and unclip the back panel.

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    • Remove the battery. If you have the SIM card and SD card in, remove them as well.

    • Whe re-assembling, make sure the battery contacts line up.

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    • Open this small cover and release the home button flex connector.

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    • Heat up the screen and cut the adhesive around the screen. Pry it up and release the LCD screen connector.

    • The connector is located at the top right of the screen, so lift it up or to the left.

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    • Remove LCD screen.

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    • Remove all the screws.

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    • Remove mid-plate.

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    • Remove screw, release USB board flex connector and antenna cable connectors.

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    • Remove the daughterboard and clean the signal cables from assembly. And you can replace the new USB charging board for Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini.

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Conclusion

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

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