Kobo Aura edition 2 micro usb replacement

Kim90 · 04-29-2020, 10:52 AM

Hi all,

Recently my Kobo Aura n236 stopped to be recognized by my computer. Once I insert the cable it would prompt me to the box if I want to connect to the computer. But after that it would only charge, nowhere was my device mounted.. Through this forum I learned it matters to try different cables. Unfortunately after trying several cables multiple times also the charging is no longer working now! Not on computer nor wall charger. Kobo helpdesk says their only solution is to get a new device. I called to multiple shops and most said they can’t do it as they don’t have parts or they can do it for 80 euro. There was one shop who could help me replace the micro usb port if I am able to find the part.
I have been looking on ebay etc but can’t find it. The closest thing i could find is a replacement micro usb port for the Glo HD.
Does anyone know if they use the same ports? Or where I could find one?

Thank you!

Cootey · 04-30-2020, 03:15 AM

You could try opening the device from the back to see if resoldering is an option, but aside from that, getting a new unit is usually your only choice. I’ve had twi KA1s go the same route yours have, just outside their warranty. Very frustrating.

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Kim90 · 05-01-2020, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cootey

You could try opening the device from the back to see if resoldering is an option, but aside from that, getting a new unit is usually your only choice. I’ve had twi KA1s go the same route yours have, just outside their warranty. Very frustrating.

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Thanks for your reply. I took it out to a repair shop today who said they could do it for 30 so I hope that will work. They did say it's very common with Kobo's.. The device is in perfect condition, so frustrating indeed to just have to replace the entire thing. I think if it breaks again I go back to my old Sony which is still fine haha.

Cootey · 05-01-2020, 11:07 PM

$30 is a great price for a repair. My local shop quoted me $90. I hope it works out for you.

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04-29-2020, 10:52 AM	#1
Kim90 Junior Member Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2020 Device: Kobo aura 2	Kobo Aura edition 2 micro usb replacement Hi all, Recently my Kobo Aura n236 stopped to be recognized by my computer. Once I insert the cable it would prompt me to the box if I want to connect to the computer. But after that it would only charge, nowhere was my device mounted.. Through this forum I learned it matters to try different cables. Unfortunately after trying several cables multiple times also the charging is no longer working now! Not on computer nor wall charger. Kobo helpdesk says their only solution is to get a new device. I called to multiple shops and most said they can’t do it as they don’t have parts or they can do it for 80 euro. There was one shop who could help me replace the micro usb port if I am able to find the part. I have been looking on ebay etc but can’t find it. The closest thing i could find is a replacement micro usb port for the Glo HD. Does anyone know if they use the same ports? Or where I could find one? Thank you!

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04-30-2020, 03:15 AM	#2
Cootey Absentminded Reader Posts: 1,315 Karma: 7387565 Join Date: Apr 2017 Device: Kobo Mini, Libra Colour & Elipsa; Kindle Paperwhite 3 & 4; iOS apps	You could try opening the device from the back to see if resoldering is an option, but aside from that, getting a new unit is usually your only choice. I’ve had twi KA1s go the same route yours have, just outside their warranty. Very frustrating. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

05-01-2020, 11:07 PM	#4
Cootey Absentminded Reader Posts: 1,315 Karma: 7387565 Join Date: Apr 2017 Device: Kobo Mini, Libra Colour & Elipsa; Kindle Paperwhite 3 & 4; iOS apps	$30 is a great price for a repair. My local shop quoted me $90. I hope it works out for you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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