dreamGEAR Quad Dock Pro LEDs Replacement

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dreamGEAR Quad Dock Pro LEDs Replacement

Difficulty

Difficult

Steps

7

Time Required

15 minutes

Introduction

While the LEDs should not interfere with the function of the Quad Dock, it is nice to see them work. Find out how to replace them.

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    • Remove the rubber foot pads on the bottom of the device using a plastic opening tool.

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    • Remove the six 2 mm PH0 screws on the bottom of the device.

    • Four of those screws are located under the foot pads.

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    • Gently remove the bottom of the device.

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    • Remove the four 1.8 mm J1 screws.

    • Remove the two 2mm PH0 screws.

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    • Gently pick up the mother board

    • Pick the mother board straight up or you may risk damaging the mini-USB charging ports.

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    • Use a plastic opening tool or similar tool to gently pry the power ribbon cord out of its port.

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    • Desolder the two points following the instructions included in your soldering kit as you remove the light.

    • FIRE HAZARD! BURN DANGER! Follow all the safety precautions included with your soldering kit.

    • You can follow iFixit's guide to soldering here.

Conclusion

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

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