How to repair a Micro USB port

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  • Опубликовано: 5 янв 2025

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  • @mustaphaouarich259
    @mustaphaouarich259 Год назад +45

    Hint :
    When you need to place a charging port, instead of using twist, just insert the cable in and hold it. You can position it the most easiest way ever.

  • @HuntersMoon78
    @HuntersMoon78 4 года назад +67

    I hate micro usb, they always break.

  • @josephhelms3268
    @josephhelms3268 2 года назад +10

    Working on doing this for an eye massager. Best video I have ever seen of teaching people how to solder. You clearly explained it, and even entertained us.

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад +7

      An eye massager sounds like a terrifying device!

  • @6581punk
    @6581punk 4 года назад +12

    The biggest problem is when they are not attached to the board well and rip off the PCB tracks when they come off. Had it happen to my MiST computer.

  • @jamesbullock9209
    @jamesbullock9209 Год назад +12

    Even if the repair failed, your energy and humor would have deserved a thumbs up!

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  Год назад

      I could do with a lot more energy to get me through this weekend 🤣

  • @snitra.
    @snitra. Год назад +1

    you could plug a usb cable ( bad one if you have ) to position the new connector and to avoid the tin solder to go inside the new connector

  • @davisdiercks
    @davisdiercks 2 года назад +32

    Well I must say when I tore down my own gadget to discover a broken micro-USB port, I was a bit intimidated. But then I saw this and I'm like well if this guy can do it mucking about like that then anyone can 😂

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад +8

      You definitely will do a better job than me 👍👍

  • @marcofreire
    @marcofreire 2 года назад +10

    micro USB is garbage. Always bad connections and break too easy. Why didn't they keep the mini USB? Way stronger and just a little bit thicker. USB-C is very sturdy and don't break as easly as micro USB. I like USB-C. Never had an issue with them, but it might be a pain to replace because of the hidden pins that you can't see and don't have access to, so you kinda have to pray that they are soldered underneath the connector.

  • @Retrogamer71
    @Retrogamer71 3 года назад +10

    Electronics magnifying stand with crocodile clips.

    • @sourceawry4035
      @sourceawry4035 3 года назад +2

      Yes, it has changed my life. Lol. I wish I was kidding, but I cannot believe I ever tried to solder such a tiny thing as a micro usb port without it.

  • @candicebenson8862
    @candicebenson8862 2 года назад +1

    From what I seen u do, I take it and correct me if I'm wrong. I wouldn't be able to reuse a usb port from another similar device onto another one. Would it be because of the what u have to melt to connect it to the motherboard???

  • @MikeVoss-x3t
    @MikeVoss-x3t 10 месяцев назад +1

    i wasn't having a very good time until you started riffing Tull. Nice fix.

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  10 месяцев назад

      We all need more tull in our lives!

  • @CollosalTrollge
    @CollosalTrollge 3 года назад +2

    so i have the micro usb 3 connector which is weak or has a dry/cold connection on my external hard drive's pcboard
    should i bother with it?
    or should i rather save the pain and buy a new pcboard?

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  3 года назад

      You have nothing to lose in trying to repair it

  • @gmascagni
    @gmascagni 2 года назад +6

    Wow you make it seem so easy. Can I ask at what heat your heatgun is set to and fan speed?

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад +1

      500 degrees C, maximum flow

    • @gmascagni
      @gmascagni 2 года назад +1

      @@backofficeshow thanks I'll try that. I was at 385 and not getting anywhere lol.

  • @ClarkDroneFilms
    @ClarkDroneFilms 3 года назад +2

    The micro usb on my fpv drone flight controller broke...I tried to solder it on, then I pulled the micro usb off, ripping the pads off :(

  • @ee02108
    @ee02108 3 года назад +5

    What if the joint points on the board don't exist any more? No metal to weld to.

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  3 года назад +2

      You use kynar wire and solder to where the trace originally went

    • @JusticePreyHDM
      @JusticePreyHDM 2 года назад

      @@backofficeshow can I use flux instead?

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад

      @@JusticePreyHDM to replace wire? Unfortunately not

  • @papasmurfington5264
    @papasmurfington5264 Год назад

    What temperature hot air (celcius) did you use to remove the buttons and usbc port? I know you said 380 but that would be a very low temp in farenheit.

  • @jeff-73
    @jeff-73 Год назад +1

    Thanks, you helped me fix my board. You're a funny lad. You made getting high on led a little more enjoyable.

  • @cyrilaporte
    @cyrilaporte Год назад +1

    Hi, good vidéo! how did you figure it was the USB port?
    I have a generic Switch controller that does not blink at all when plugging. Opening it, Ivsaw that câbles to the battery were pinched Somewhere too. So I have 2 suspects...😅

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  Год назад

      I don't really remember, it's likely it would only work when I wiggled it or similar

  • @randyhall8792
    @randyhall8792 2 года назад

    Where can I order that replacement cable? I've been looking EVERYWHERE for a Mini/Micro USB to 3.5mm audio for my Sony HDR-PJ540 camera.

  • @Corialtavi
    @Corialtavi 4 года назад +11

    Well done, I tried a job like this a few weeks ago, ripped the tracks up ruined the board. I guess I just dont have the skills.

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  4 года назад +10

      It might be possible to recover by gluing a port into it and running kynar wires to where the tracks were terminating

  • @xRepoUKx
    @xRepoUKx 2 года назад +3

    "straddles it like an exotic dancer" 💃🕺😂

  • @GoodwinsPlace
    @GoodwinsPlace 4 года назад +27

    That was fun. :)
    Micro USB and HDMI are one of the best and worse designs of modern technology.

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  4 года назад +7

      Definitely. Useful, but utterly awful when they break!

    • @juriaanoussoren
      @juriaanoussoren 3 года назад

      I trew away , my nillkin night stand and magic disk 4...its the worst design , there is no best except that it was the standard in very thing....but it's bassicly 2 complete perfect product in the trash can just because I moved them....🙀

  • @OldTown_Workshop90
    @OldTown_Workshop90 2 года назад +1

    whats the name of the tool you use to melt the usb

  • @unicron000
    @unicron000 Год назад +1

    What a brilliant how to video. Learning something and having a laugh along the way. Cheers :D

  • @danboltmaker5705
    @danboltmaker5705 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the demo. You remind me of the tuber Nerd Cubed.

  • @reidoo
    @reidoo 3 года назад

    happen to know where I could find a usb module for the quick charge usb port? Mine went out and think I may try and replace

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  3 года назад +1

      I would suggest having a look on the RS, digikey or mouser websites for one 👍👍

  • @elizabethjessica2132
    @elizabethjessica2132 3 года назад +13

    If only I had all your equipment & I've no idea how my Fire tablet opens 😩

  • @1952cappy
    @1952cappy 26 дней назад

    Jde místo Micro usb přepájet USB c?

  • @markbrown1609
    @markbrown1609 2 месяца назад +1

    any charging port should be designed for easy replacement, hence it is banged around constantly.

  • @guyprimo6414
    @guyprimo6414 4 года назад +1

    can I just use the poz an neg for changing only?

  • @ruzzelladrian907
    @ruzzelladrian907 3 года назад +4

    Micro USB isn’t the most durable port. I am hoping that USB Type-C is more resilient to damage, but I am worried about the connecting pins inside that sticks out like a tongue. I wish it were more like Apple’s Lightning Connector, because there’s nothing sticking out to become loose overtime.

  • @BACRULES
    @BACRULES 2 года назад

    Love you video. I wonder if you can go over a RPI 4 usb, i want to know what all the pins are, i need to solder some wire to the PCB but cant find any good video or info on it

  • @madmonk66
    @madmonk66 3 года назад +2

    Nicely done! And nice singing too. It's Bungle not Rumble In The Jungle though. Haha. Tull is alright by me! Cheers!

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  3 года назад +2

      I must have mixed up some Mohammed Ali in there 😂

  • @j.lietka9406
    @j.lietka9406 2 года назад +1

    Extra solder and Jethro Tull is a great combination!

  • @brandonwilliamsmusic_
    @brandonwilliamsmusic_ 3 года назад

    I have a guitar pedal called the “Pod Go” and there USB port is broke would this work to fix that?

  • @POLARISFPV
    @POLARISFPV 2 года назад +1

    I think you're wasting your time with electronics, you were born to be a surgeon.😮

  • @whythoughmhmm
    @whythoughmhmm 2 месяца назад +1

    i literally just now, snapped the actually contact part inside a micro usb on a small camera💀
    now ive got 2 things ive gotta resolder :(

  • @mrequi1
    @mrequi1 3 года назад +1

    BTW, it's BUNGLE in the jungle. Love old JT, saw them once in the 80s

  • @stoicadaniel1909
    @stoicadaniel1909 2 года назад +1

    Hello, good video. I'm very rookie, but, i'm curageos too. I need to replace a micro usb like u, in a portable speaker. Tell me please, what tool u use it....btw, nice singing

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад

      Soldering iron

    • @stoicadaniel1909
      @stoicadaniel1909 2 года назад

      @@backofficeshow ok, about soldering iron know even me, 😁 i see u use some solution...

    • @ash1eyrose
      @ash1eyrose Месяц назад

      @@stoicadaniel1909 flux

  • @adshwartz
    @adshwartz 3 года назад +3

    OH GOD!
    I've tried to fix the micro USB charger port in my music thing.
    Things were just too small for my fingers...
    Six attempts and I just couldn't make it work.
    I even tried hot glue it in place so at least it will charge one last time before I throw it to the bin.
    I guess I'll keep my Carpetnry skills to work and buy a new one, my hands were not made in China...
    It was fun to try though

  • @Edawg420
    @Edawg420 2 года назад +1

    My mother named me after Ian Anderson. Jethro Tull was her Favorite 🤘

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад

      Awesome! That is pretty cool! 👨‍🎤

  • @chiugerardjamesv.6224
    @chiugerardjamesv.6224 2 года назад +1

    question: why don't you replace the micro usb with usb C port? or is that physically impossible>? :>>>

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад +3

      They tend not to have compatible footprints as USB C has double the number of pins

    • @chiugerardjamesv.6224
      @chiugerardjamesv.6224 2 года назад +1

      @@backofficeshow thank you much for replying 😎

  • @elementtone6704
    @elementtone6704 Год назад +1

    Strattles it like a exotic dancer😊

  • @themoonwolf7438
    @themoonwolf7438 3 года назад +2

    Can i ask something? Is it possible to damage other components while you solder something? For example you.. When you soldered the USB port, was there any chance to damage resistors, capacitors, ICs maybe?

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  3 года назад +3

      Yes absolutely, you have to be very cautious to avoid this happening

  • @mathquir190
    @mathquir190 5 месяцев назад

    Is it possible to ban micro usb use in my country ? Damn these stupid 4 pins... Tried to revive a motherboard but made the stupid move to just try to glue it straight on until the connection with another piece was working... Damn I made fast and stupid moves sometime. Killed the thing completely. It's just a power in why they made it so bad all you need is 2 simple pins easy to solder nah.... Lets make fancy 4 pins with another 4 pins connections small af.

  • @RobertViani
    @RobertViani 2 года назад +1

    You got me at 1:42

  • @prettysmile6869
    @prettysmile6869 3 года назад +8

    Thank you for the laughs and instructions that goes with it. I also sing when im at my hobby lobby. For me that helps to get away from my wife when she has a narcissistic rage episode. ❤️🇳🇱

  • @bazza5699
    @bazza5699 4 года назад +2

    nicely saved

  • @ImAdapt73
    @ImAdapt73 2 года назад +1

    Going to see if I can try this on my keyboard.

  • @imgdfvrtangl4884
    @imgdfvrtangl4884 3 месяца назад

    The mr.bean yuhoooo at thr last part of the video 😅

  • @djmips
    @djmips 3 года назад +2

    The English Ben Heck? Well the voices and singing while working on electronics anyway. ;-)

  • @YASCSailingEsperanza
    @YASCSailingEsperanza 3 года назад +1

    thanks for this very helpful :) and funny

  • @deinboss7563
    @deinboss7563 2 года назад

    Well done!

  • @claireaudient
    @claireaudient 2 года назад +3

    Come for the repair skills, stay for the random jokes and joy. By the power of Jethro Tull

    • @backofficeshow
      @backofficeshow  2 года назад

      Don't mind me, I'm as thick as a brick 😂

  • @paulmeynell8866
    @paulmeynell8866 5 месяцев назад

    I can’t believe you didn’t Clean of all the pads and put on fresh solder!

  • @astronic4522
    @astronic4522 6 месяцев назад

    Verry helpfull

  • @OdysseyHome-Gaming
    @OdysseyHome-Gaming 2 года назад +1

    Straddles it like an exotic dancer...
    ...i don't think that's what dancers are supposed to do. 😏🤭

  • @vincentliu4082
    @vincentliu4082 7 месяцев назад

    amazing!

  • @DanA-fk6tl
    @DanA-fk6tl 3 года назад

    Don't know much about electronic repairs BUT...IDo know how to secure that pcb to the desk...BLUTACK!
    Blutack on the end of small paintbrush handle will also allow you to position and hold the terminal in place for soldering... seriously...get some blutack!

  • @bigred4379
    @bigred4379 Год назад +2

    Thanks! I’ve learned that I’m not the only who hates this cheap crap!!🤣🤣

  • @adrienlanglois4963
    @adrienlanglois4963 2 года назад

    merci

  • @Abi-yt4te
    @Abi-yt4te 2 года назад +1

    You're so funny, you also have fun while working that's the way to do it!

  • @mr_sn4k3s
    @mr_sn4k3s 2 года назад

    port got dislodged within my M9XX DAC/AMP hopefully can fix it using this video

  • @MarcoNoPolo
    @MarcoNoPolo 4 года назад +1

    We will see how long that lasts. The correct port is only a few $$.

    • @DeliriumElectric
      @DeliriumElectric 3 года назад +4

      Put some clear epoxy resin right around the port, will last forever

  • @lewisf18
    @lewisf18 2 года назад

    Alot harder than it looks. U can damage your pcb

  • @tinyspider8780
    @tinyspider8780 Год назад

    Made my grandma laugh

  • @christianc.neumann7155
    @christianc.neumann7155 2 года назад

    Why aren't you guys using the right port type. so much easier. ;-)

  • @non_binary_deus
    @non_binary_deus Год назад

    Дякую за відео 💚 надіюся і в мене вийде, хоча мій паяльник значно товстіше...

  • @miso-ge1gz
    @miso-ge1gz Год назад

    fair warning: he maies it look far easier than it is
    back here after a burn and basocally breaking the thing. Tested on something not valuable. and broken already, and good that i did. Be careful)

  • @XaymacaJah
    @XaymacaJah 2 года назад

    awooooooooooo!!!! awwwouuuuuuuuu, (dog howling!!!!!))) THE SINGING....outch!!!
    but...... good repair!!!!!

  • @ronvermeeren1347
    @ronvermeeren1347 2 года назад +1

    Nice sing a song

  • @burnergrap709
    @burnergrap709 Год назад +1

    youre very funny man

  • @juriaanoussoren
    @juriaanoussoren 3 года назад

    I destroyed last month a nillkin stand and my magic disk4 because the micronusb...I hate micro usb
    I should have recycled them to a lover, it's really quite ridicolous to destroy it

  • @maxgaming3889
    @maxgaming3889 17 дней назад

    ha ha British people

  • @dancorvalan3205
    @dancorvalan3205 8 месяцев назад

    Dude, drop the singing.

  • @123spleege
    @123spleege 8 месяцев назад

    please Don't Sing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @joerei1865
    @joerei1865 6 месяцев назад

    Too long , too much talk.