Apple Tv 3Rd Generation Logic Board Replacement Repair Guide

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

4

Time Required

                          10 - 15 minutes            

Sections

2

• Snap-on Base
• 2 steps
• Logic Board
• 2 steps

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Step 1

              Snap-on Base               

• As the device base is firmly clipped, insert two metal spudgers to gently release the first clips.

As the device base is firmly clipped, insert two metal spudgers to gently release the first clips.

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Step 2

• Continue releasing the last plastic clips with your hands taking care not to break any of the plastic elements attached to the base.

Continue releasing the last plastic clips with your hands taking care not to break any of the plastic elements attached to the base.

Step 3

              Logic Board               

• Use a philips screwdriver to remove the 5 screws securing the metal heat sink.

Use a philips screwdriver to remove the 5 screws securing the metal heat sink.

Step 4

• Disconnect the power supply connector from the logic board with a spudger.

Disconnect the power supply connector from the logic board with a spudger.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Ricky Vaughn - Jun 27, 2015

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Where can I find a 3rd Generation Apple TV Logic Board?

Nathan Bugeja - Oct 17, 2015

Good question! Did you manage to find a replacement?

Mohamed Iqbal Sayyed - Sep 23, 2017

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Hi my wifi and athernet is not working in apple tv on screen it showing your apple tv is connected to local network its not connect to internet now how should i repair this

Juan Ignacio Gutierrez I. - Sep 4, 2018

Mine too, where could I find a logic board replacement???