What method should I use to detach these connectors safely from the PCB?

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What method should I use to detach these connectors safely from the PCB?

What method should I use to detach these connectors safely from the PCB?

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IMayBeDead
Senior Member

696

12-17-2016, 06:44 PM

#1

I'm trying to replace the fan on a Sabrent dual bay USB enclosure. I can't get the connector to budge. There seems to be some play if i move it side to side but not up and down. Is there a trick to these kinds of connectors? I didn't see any kind of locking mechanism on the plug

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IMayBeDead

12-17-2016, 06:44 PM #1

I'm trying to replace the fan on a Sabrent dual bay USB enclosure. I can't get the connector to budge. There seems to be some play if i move it side to side but not up and down. Is there a trick to these kinds of connectors? I didn't see any kind of locking mechanism on the plug

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Koollojoe
Posting Freak

830

12-19-2016, 07:16 PM

#2

Occasionally I need to insert a tiny screwdriver into the side opening (bottom in the photo) of the connector and push it out.

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Koollojoe

12-19-2016, 07:16 PM #2

Occasionally I need to insert a tiny screwdriver into the side opening (bottom in the photo) of the connector and push it out.

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Darthdude55
Junior Member

17

12-21-2016, 03:12 PM

#3

Side slot?

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Darthdude55

12-21-2016, 03:12 PM #3

Side slot?

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CamNewton123
Junior Member

35

12-21-2016, 11:06 PM

#4

The white object consists of two parts. There is sufficient lip on the upper piece to accommodate fingernails or a small screwdriver, allowing you to lift it.

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CamNewton123

12-21-2016, 11:06 PM #4

The white object consists of two parts. There is sufficient lip on the upper piece to accommodate fingernails or a small screwdriver, allowing you to lift it.

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djpumuslink01
Senior Member

577

12-29-2016, 12:21 AM

#5

You can observe a gap in the connector at the base PCB, directly beneath the red wire. There should be a similar gap on both sides, which I utilize to loosen the latch when necessary.

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djpumuslink01

12-29-2016, 12:21 AM #5

You can observe a gap in the connector at the base PCB, directly beneath the red wire. There should be a similar gap on both sides, which I utilize to loosen the latch when necessary.