Thread: PW2 Hangs During Boot
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Old 06-06-2018, 09:53 AM   #3
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Originally Posted by knc1 View Post
Replace the eMMC (flash memory) chip.
Those memory error messages mean just what they say.

We have a thread here on how-to do the memory chip change, but if you don't have access to a hot air, SMD re-work station and tools;
You now have a used PW2 display for sale.
Interesting. Wonder how common eMMC failure is on e-ink readers.

I've seen plenty of NAND failures on flash drives (PortableApps can be quite heavy on those). Haven't seen one on a mobile device until now. Makes me appreciate the internal microSD slot on the Kobo.
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