Introduction
The 3DS NFC Adapter is an external device that gives older 3DS family models the ability to use Amiibos. This guide goes over the dismantling of a Nintendo 3DS NFC Adapter. Model number: CTRAFGWA.
The NFC Adapter is a very simple device to take apart. The adapter contains a button, infrared slide, light-up plastic piece, and motherboard.
Steps 8 involve removing the motherboard, so take caution to prevent damage.
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Flip the adapter so the bottom side faces up.
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Remove the cover by pressing the plastic flap and lifting it up with one finger.
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Remove the batteries by pressing the positive side towards the negative side and lifting with one finger.
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Grab your tri-point screwdriver.
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Locate the four holes containing the tri-point screws at each corner of the adapter.
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Using the screwdriver, unscrew all four screws.
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Put the screws out of the way.
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After removing the screws, flip the adapter where the top side faces up.
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Using your fingers, pull the top off of the adapter.
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Place the top out of the way.
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Using your tweezers, carefully loosen the copper wire from its plastic holder.
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Then with the tweezers, remove the plastic holding the motherboard in place.
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