Samsung Captivate Glide Motherboard Replacement
- Removing the Motherboard
Before starting, power down the device and disconnect all cables.
Locate the motherboard on the main board assembly.
- Take note of any connectors or cables attached to the motherboard.
- Use a plastic spudger to carefully lift and remove the motherboard from its socket.
Step 1 | Motherboard
Use a fingernail or plastic opening tool to pry the back cover away.
- The cover will pull up and come off easily.
Step 2
Remove the battery using either a plastic opening tool or your finger.
Step 3
Remove screws from backplate with a #00 screwdriver.
- There are 7 screws to remove.
Step 4
- Use the plastic opening tool to pry off the back plate, working at each side's lip.
- Pry both sides evenly, then proceed along the edges.
Step 5
Detach the two motherboard tabs from the base using a plastic opening tool.
Step 6
Remove the antenna cable from the motherboard using a pair of tweezers.
Step 7
Use the #00 Phillips screwdriver to remove the single screw holding the motherboard in place.
- Identify and locate the screw connecting the motherboard to the base of the phone.
- Apply gentle pressure with the screwdriver, turning it counterclockwise until the screw is removed.
Step 8
Remove the motherboard from its slot in the base of the phone.