Amazon Echo Dot 5th Generation Motherboard Replacement

Введение

If necessary, removing the CPU PCB allows for a complete reset of your Amazon Echo's memory. It is easy to remove and is the first step in disassembling the rest of the device.

After removing a few screws and the ribbon cable, a new CPU PCB can be inserted. Removing it only requires a spudger for the backing and a thin prying tool for disconnecting the ribbon cable.

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Шаг 1 Motherboard

Amazon Echo Dot 5th Generation Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: шаг 1, изображение 1 из 2

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Using a spudger, remove the rubber footing around the base of the Echo Dot. This will reveal the four T8 1.25 cm Torx screws.

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Шаг 2

Once removed, the Echo Dot is now able to be split in two.
The ribbon cable connecting the microphone to the CPU PCB is now exposed, be careful not to tear it. The lower case will have the LED diffuser along the bottom, while the upper case will contain the rest of the internals.

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Шаг 3

Amazon Echo Dot 5th Generation Motherboard Replacement: шаг 3, изображение 3 из 3

Remove the CPU PCB by removing the 4 T6 0.75cm Torx screws.
Once removed, unclip the plastic retainer on the CPU PCB and slide the ribbon cable out. This will reveal the speaker’s metal housing.

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