[Sonic Mega 8K S] Replacing the Mainboard

The mainboard is like the brain of your 3D printer. It governs the operation of various components, including the LCD, LED, motor, fans, and other parts, determining how they function. 

Over time, the mainboard may become faulty due to a variety of reasons, such as power surges, physical damage, or wear and tear. If your printer's mainboard is not working properly, you may need to replace it.

In this article, we'll walk you through the steps to replace the mainboard in Sonic Mega 8K S. By following these instructions carefully, you can get your printer up and running again in no time.

1. Removing the Old Mainboard

Power down and Prepare

• Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord
• Loosen the 12 screws, then remove the front case

Removing the old mainboard

• Disconnect all cables/ connectors that are linked to the mainboard

• Loosen the three screws on the corners of the old mainboard
• Remove the old mainboard

2. Installing the New Mainboard

• Place the new mainboard in its place 
• Secure the new mainboard by tightening the three corner screws
• Reconnect all the cables to the new mainboard
• Reinstall the front case by tightening the 12 screws
• Check if the new mainboard works normally

Contact Support

By following the above instructions, you can install a new mainboard for your Sonic Mega 8K S. If you find any issues, feel free to reach out to Phrozen Support or your Authorized Reseller for further assistance. When contacting Phrozen Support, kindly send some photos or videos illustrating the issue.