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Board-level repair
repair
Also called: PCB repair
Plain-language definition
Plain-language definition
Repair work performed directly on a device’s circuit board.
Why it matters
It can recover devices and data that module replacement cannot, but it requires specialized tools and skill.
Technical detail
Board-level repair diagnoses and replaces components, connectors, pads, or traces on a printed circuit board rather than swapping the whole board.
Examples
- Replacing a shorted capacitor on a phone logic board is board-level repair.
Related terms
Sources and review
Reviewed July 12, 2026 by [email protected]. Next review due July 11, 2027.
- Soldering Glossary of Terms — iFixit Accessed 7/11/2026
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