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jaynecobb
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_ 		20. September 2009 @ 10:01 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
hey guys/gals,

i have a launch day wii that i chipped with a wiikey2/clip. i have hbc installed also.

unfortunately, last night my wii took a tumble and quit reading discs (all hbc apps still works fine). after opening the wii i believe that i have found the problem.

below is a picture of the ribbon that snapped in half (not my actual wii, but a stock photo for reference):




anyone have any suggestions for a fix, or where to buy a replacement ribbon?

thanks in advance to all that help!!!
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dailun
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_ 		20. September 2009 @ 11:40 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
If the ribbon cable plugs into sockets at both ends you might have a SLIGHT chance but you would probably have to scavenge on from a broken drive.

If the cable is soldered at one end you are SOL.

For most people the answer is:

Replace the drive.
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jaynecobb
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_ 		20. September 2009 @ 17:30 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
thanks for the reply!!
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