Introduction
In this guide we have a MSI Force GC30 V2, the model number/name is MSI Force GC30 V2 and we are replacing the motherboard. The motherboard is the main component of the controller with all the various inputs being fed to the motherboard. A motherboard may become damaged with exposure to liquid or if the controller is repeatedly dropped. Some symptoms of a damaged motherboard are random shutdowns of the controller, strange noises, or a burning smell.
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Puncture the sticker where indicated using a screwdriver.
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Remove the 9.1 mm-long Phillips #0 screw.
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Remove the remaining six 9.2 mm-long Phillips #0 screws with a Philips #0 screwdriver.
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Insert an opening pick in the gap between the front and rear case.
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Slide the pick around the perimeter of the controller while prying.
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Once the rear case is released, gently pull it away from the front case.
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Use tweezers to grip the white battery connector.
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Pull the battery connector directly out of its port.
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Use blunt tweezers to disconnect both of the vibration motor connectors from the motherboard.
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Carefully remove both the right and left vibration motors from their housing.
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Remove the two 7 mm-long screws with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Carefully lift the motherboard out of the chassis and remove it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
