Verizon Ellipsis 10 Headphone Jack Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 14 Steps
If your Verizon Ellipsis 10 (model number QTAIR7) is giving you trouble with unclear, distorted, or no sound through the headphone speakers, this guide is here to help. A busted headphone port could be the culprit, causing audio to cut out or sound all messed up. Before diving into the repair, take a moment to check the port for any dirt or debris—it might be as simple as that. Also, try a few different sets of headphones to confirm that the issue is with the port and not your headphones. And of course, make sure your device is powered off and unplugged before you get started.
Step 1
– Pop open the SD/SIM card cover to kick off the fun of prying off the back cover.
Step 2
– Grab your trusty opening tool and work your way into the SD/SIM area—this is where the magic happens! Gently pry around to pop those clips loose and set the back panel free.
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Step 3
– Gently glide your way along the device’s edge and pop open all those little retaining clips like a pro!
Step 4
– After you’ve popped all the clips, the back panel should slide off pretty easily—just like a smooth dance move!
Step 5
– Peel off the bottom strip of tape holding the battery down, but be careful not to lift anything else along for the ride.
Step 6
– Carefully peel off the top strip of tape using a thin opening tool designed for delicate work.
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Step 7
– Grab the tape and peel it off gently—just take it slow so the battery stays happy and unharmed.
Step 8
– Gently slide the white plastic plug down and away from the board to disconnect the battery power connector.
Step 9
– The battery should pop right out of the device. Just be careful not to bend or damage it while you’re at it!
Step 10
– Find the headphone jack and volume buttons, they’re waiting for you to bring the music back to life!
Step 11
– Gently disconnect the blue/white connector from the circuit board. You’ve got this!
Step 12
– Carefully unclip the red/black wire from the circuit board using tweezers—slow and steady wins the race!
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Step 13
– Grab your Phillips #00 screwdriver and tackle those three M1.5 screws—just remember, slow and steady wins the race!
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Step 14
Watch out for those button covers—they’re just hanging out loose and could easily wander off if you’re not paying attention.
– Time to put your device back together! Just retrace your steps and follow these instructions in reverse. You’ve got this!
– If you run into any bumps along the way, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair for some extra support!
