Slingbox 500 Motherboard Replacement

简介

Replacing a motherboard on your Slingbox 500 is a 5 step process. This process will help in making the Slingbox work properly if damaged. To know if the the system has failed it will be slow or nonoperational at all. The motherboard is essential to the Slingbox 500 it runs the system and controls all of the functions of the Slingbox. a Philips screwdriver and an opening tool are required to properly work on the Slingbox 500 there is no special training or skills needed.

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步骤 1 Top Cover

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Remove the sticker on the back of the Slingbox that covers the rear screws using a spudger.

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步骤 2

Remove the seven 7.9 mm rear screws from the device using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Flip your Slingbox so the bottom is facing upwards.
Remove the four 7.9 mm screws using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
You may have rubber feet on the bottom of your Slingbox. If you do, just gently remove them with your hands and set them aside to put back on later.

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步骤 3

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Remove the upper section of the case by rotating your Slingbox to view the back and lifting up on the higher corner.
Use the opening tool to disconnect the small clips in the front.
These may require some minor force to disconnect.
Remove the entire top of the Slingbox and set it aside.

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步骤 4 Motherboard

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Remove five 9.5 mm screws from the motherboard using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Push down firmly on the screws as to not strip them when removing them as they may not spin easily at first.
After removing the screws the two metal tabs on either side will be free. Make sure to not bend them or accidentally damage the wires while doing further dissasembly.