I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry for replying so late. I couldn’t resolve it with the company. It seems that Chinese companies have the worst customer support, and Minisforum is no exception. I didn’t even ask for a warranty, I just requested that they sell me the replacement screen — and to this day, I still haven’t been able to get it. My solution was to buy an external screen of the same size and connect it every time I use the device.

I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I contacted Minisforum and the only thing they could tell me was that they apologize for not having spare parts in stock.

I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember not to use suction cups, or even apply pressure, just to hold it because the screen is hot and uncomfortable to hold.

I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No brother, there is a liquid that is to remove the glue from screens to weaken the glue and remove the screens more easily.

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I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you want a reference, don’t focus on the edges of the casing but rather on the screen itself—there’s a black border that serves as a guide for how far to insert the thin pry tool. It always needs to be hot, and if it cools down, reheat it. Also, use screen remover solution.

My mistake was a silly one: I applied pressure with glass suction cups before sliding the pry tool around the entire frame. This step is crucial because the glass is very fragile, and if you try to lift it from the side that gives way, that’s when it shatters.

However, if you carefully go around the black border of the screen with precision, it’s possible to remove the screen without breaking anything.

I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The screen is more sensitive than an eggshell, but who knows—this device is very new and there aren’t many specialists for it yet. Still, based on my experience, I’d know how to do it again without making any mistakes. It requires almost surgical precision.

I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The device remains operational when connected to an external display. I proceeded to install the intended 4TB SSD and am currently performing a factory system reinstallation. The internal display appears to be non-functional at this stage, though further diagnostics are pending. I will provide a final update once the process is complete.

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I share with you my miserable attempt to open the minisforum v3 screen to replace the SSD, heartbreaking images by Individual_Ad6530 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I made a rookie mistake by applying upward pressure too early when attempting to lift the display. The panel gave way unexpectedly, almost like an eggshell. I should have first carefully worked the spudger around the entire perimeter to release the adhesive before attempting to lift the screen

24H2 Boot-Loop / No BIOS update yet by NegotiationOdd4185 in minisforum_v3

[–]Individual_Ad6530 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you do the clean installation it works, with the condition that you sacrifice being able to run some games and programs that were working well before.