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  • markaren1
    New Member
    • Apr 2011
    • 1
    #1

    Problems opening Viewsonic VA903B-2

    Hi All,

    I have a busted unit and am quite sure that replacing the caps is going to fix most of the problems.

    First issue is how to remove the front of the display.

    I have unscrewed everything on the rear and the unit seems quite determined not to fall apart yet.

    Exploded views from the service manual indicates some recessed tabs attaching the front bezel to the rear molding.

    I am being vary wary about jamming in a screwdriver because I know I am damage the appearance of the unit.

    Any pointers how to gently take this unit apart will be most appreciated.

    Thanks,

    Mark.
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    • PlainBill
      Badcaps Legend
      • Feb 2009
      • 7034
      • USA
      #2
      Re: Problems opening Viewsonic VA903B-2

      Originally posted by markaren1
      Hi All,

      I have a busted unit and am quite sure that replacing the caps is going to fix most of the problems.

      First issue is how to remove the front of the display.

      I have unscrewed everything on the rear and the unit seems quite determined not to fall apart yet.

      Exploded views from the service manual indicates some recessed tabs attaching the front bezel to the rear molding.

      I am being vary wary about jamming in a screwdriver because I know I am damage the appearance of the unit.

      Any pointers how to gently take this unit apart will be most appreciated.

      Thanks,

      Mark.
      If it's like other Viewsonics, it's very difficult. There are several methods to separate the two pieces of the case - thin bladed screwdriver, putty knife, 'case popper', credit card, and my favorite, guitar pick. By starting at the bottom any evidence of prying will be hidden.

      PlainBill
      For a number of reasons, both health and personal, I will no longer be active on this board. Any PMs asking for assistance will be ignored.

      Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic.

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        • PCBONEZ
          Grumpy Old Fart
          • Aug 2005
          • 10661
          • USA
          #3
          Re: Problems opening Viewsonic VA903B-2

          Butter knives.
          Mann-Made Global Warming.
          - We should be more concerned about the Intellectual Climate.
          -
          Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.
          - Dr Seuss
          -
          You can teach a man to fish and feed him for life, but if he can't handle sushi you must also teach him to cook.
          -

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            • PlainBill
              Badcaps Legend
              • Feb 2009
              • 7034
              • USA
              #4
              Re: Problems opening Viewsonic VA903B-2

              Originally posted by PCBONEZ
              Butter knives.
              My wife would be upset if I tried this. I try to avoid upsetting her. She knows where I sleep, and she knows how to hurt me.

              "What is the best way to a man's heart?"
              "A sharp knife between the 5th and 6th ribs."

              PlainBill
              For a number of reasons, both health and personal, I will no longer be active on this board. Any PMs asking for assistance will be ignored.

              Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic.

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                • PCBONEZ
                  Grumpy Old Fart
                  • Aug 2005
                  • 10661
                  • USA
                  #5
                  Re: Problems opening Viewsonic VA903B-2

                  I really don't have to ask permission.
                  But:
                  I could afford the $2 to buy a dozen or so at goodwill to scatter about my tool boxes anyway.
                  .
                  Much cheaper than screwdrivers even....
                  .
                  Last edited by PCBONEZ; 04-18-2011, 06:43 AM.
                  Mann-Made Global Warming.
                  - We should be more concerned about the Intellectual Climate.
                  -
                  Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.
                  - Dr Seuss
                  -
                  You can teach a man to fish and feed him for life, but if he can't handle sushi you must also teach him to cook.
                  -

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