Introduzione
This is a step-by-step guide on how to replace the cartridge (game card) reader so you can get back to enjoying playing those nostalgic games on the go. This guide is meant for Old 3DS models.
Cosa ti serve
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Use a JIS #00 screwdriver to loosen the four screws along the top of the back cover. These screws stay in the cover after loosing them.
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Remove all 10 screws to access the third layer and the motherboard of the 3DS. Don't forget the one near the game card slot, it is silver, not black.
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Carefully open up the next layer of the 3DS pulling from the bottom
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Leave screws to the side for later reassembly.
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To release the cartridge reader look for 4 solder points, 2 on each side of the reader (see image).
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Apply heat to them with a soldering iron to melt the solder and take out the reader. Use a spludger to lift the reader out of the board as you apply heat.
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You can apply some solder flux or even some new solder wire to form an alloy between the old and new metals, this would ease the task.
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Now that the game cartridge reader is out, lets get the new one in. Line it up with the previous one and re-solder it using a soldering wire.
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Before closing off the device use Isopropyl alcohol and a q-tip and clean the surrounding area, removing all flux residues.
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After cleaning you are good to reassemble your device.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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