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hi looking for a maintenance guide or assistance in locating a replacement usb connector for the above tablet thanks.
Hi @esky , Here’s the hardware maintenance manual for the Tab 3 8 Plus TB-8703F and 8703X models so perhaps the 8703R model will be the same, as I couldn’t find the manual for it. This will help gain access to the systemboard in the tablet. Be patient as it takes a little while to load the manual onto the page It is hard to see it in the manual and also the parts list for the other two models does not show the micro USB port as being on a separate module, so presumably it is mounted onto the systemboard. Perhaps searching places such as this for a compatible replacement will yield results. Check the data sheet to make sure that the connector’s mounting “lugs” - as opposed to the data/power pin connections, are in the same position as this can vary. If the micro USB connector is mounted on the systemboard you will need smd soldering tools and skills to do the repair. Check on YouTube for videos on how to do this if you’re not sure. Apologies if you already know how to do this. Hopefully this is of some help.
