Samsung Galaxy Amp 2 Motherboard Replacement
Careful handling is required to avoid further damaging the phone when removing a faulty motherboard.
- Remove the faulty motherboard from the phone.
- This may be necessary due to water damage or functionality issues.
- Replace with a new, functional motherboard as required.
Step 1 | Battery
Prying may cause damage — use caution.
- Locate the divot on the phone's side, to the left of the rear-facing camera.
- Insert a finger or an opening tool into the divot and gently pry upwards.
- Lift off the rear panel.
Step 2
Insert a fingernail or plastic opening tool into the gap at the bottom right corner of the battery.
- Lift the battery upward to release its retaining clips.
- Safely remove the battery from your phone by gripping it firmly.
Step 3 | Screen
Use angled tweezers to lift the small rectangular guard in the upper-right corner.
- Locate and release the connector piece.
- Disconnect it from the back panel.
Step 4
Use a heat gun or blow dryer to apply gentle heat to the screen's edge for 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Use four plastic opening tools to carefully pry off the screen.
- Alternatively, use a suction tool to gently pull the screen away from its housing.
Step 6 | Motherboard
Remove the nine 4.5mm PH screws with a screwdriver and PH000 bit.
Push from the back panel to release the bottom part of the motherboard.
Push from the front panel to release the top part of the motherboard.