F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop The front USB cable is damaged and needs to be removed from the broken plastic section.

The front USB cable is damaged and needs to be removed from the broken plastic section.

The front USB cable is damaged and needs to be removed from the broken plastic section.

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Redstoner137
Posting Freak
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01-25-2023, 04:14 PM
#1
Hey everyone. While installing the new GPU, I had to take out the front USB cable temporarily. During that process, the cable got stuck in the housing. I’m expecting a replacement tomorrow, but right now I need to clear out the damaged plastic from the casing. Any tips? I’ve used pliers without success and noticed some bending on the piece.
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Redstoner137
01-25-2023, 04:14 PM #1

Hey everyone. While installing the new GPU, I had to take out the front USB cable temporarily. During that process, the cable got stuck in the housing. I’m expecting a replacement tomorrow, but right now I need to clear out the damaged plastic from the casing. Any tips? I’ve used pliers without success and noticed some bending on the piece.

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I_CJay_I
Junior Member
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01-25-2023, 05:34 PM
#2
It's a bit regrettable. The way you pressed the pliers might have caused more damage by bending the pins. I've handled this situation before—using the edge of a knife or a small slot screwdriver to gently lift the cutout part of the IDC header. Take your time and be careful; you want to avoid bending any pins. Wishing you success!
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I_CJay_I
01-25-2023, 05:34 PM #2

It's a bit regrettable. The way you pressed the pliers might have caused more damage by bending the pins. I've handled this situation before—using the edge of a knife or a small slot screwdriver to gently lift the cutout part of the IDC header. Take your time and be careful; you want to avoid bending any pins. Wishing you success!