Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Button Input Chip Part 1

Written By: Westley Courchene
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Replacing Creative Zen X-Fi Button Input Chip Part 1

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

4

Time Required

2 minutes

Introduction

This chip allows the user to input information to the device and to navigate the MP3 player's menus.

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    • Using a spudger, wedge the tip between the front and back case to pry them apart.

    • Be careful to not apply excessive force since there are six fasteners on the screen's side that holds the cases firmly together.

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    • The black rubber button pad can be removed by simply picking it up.

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    • Flip the LCD screen off the midsection plate to gain access to the space around the input button chip.

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    • Using a spudger, pry off the button input chip from the mid-section of the device. To gain best leverage, start at the bottom right corner and level your way up the side of the chip.

    • Be aware that the button input chip is glued to the mid-section, so some extra force may be required.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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