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Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement

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    1. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement, Mini USB Port: step 1, image 1 of 3 Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement, Mini USB Port: step 1, image 2 of 3 Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement, Mini USB Port: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Start by turning the device port side up.

      • With the plastic opening tool, pry along the edges of the case.

      • When you hear the case snap-out of its fitted grooves, slowly slide the board assembly out of the case.

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    2. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Gently pull the three pronged, clear plastic piece from the rubber holder.

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    3. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Unscrew the two screws from the motherboard.

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    4. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Remove all the rubber pieces from the four corners to unhinge the motherboard.

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    5. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the motherboard.

      • Set aside in a safe anti-static location.

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    6. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Grab the mini USB port and align it with the appropriate metal docks on the motherboard.

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    7. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Soldering irons can get HOT! Do not touch the iron tip, make sure it cools down for a good 30 minutes before touching the tip.

      • Start heating up the Soldering Iron, may take about 10–15 mins.

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    8. Western Digital My Book Mini USB Port Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Solder together the four corners of the mini USB to the appropriate metal pieces on the motherboard.

      • Make sure the USB is firmly attached to the motherboard.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order from step 8.

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