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Kobo Clara HD (N249) — USB not detected for data, charging works fine
Hi everyone,
I have a Kobo Clara HD (model N249) that charges normally via USB, but is never detected as a storage device by my PC (tested across multiple ports/cables/PCs, including a cable confirmed working on another device). Wi-Fi and the Kobo store work fine, so the device is otherwise fully operational. I opened the e-reader and took some multimeter measurements (DC voltage, device powered on): VBUS pin (right): 5V 2 middle data pins: 0.6V (both) 2 GND pins (left): 0V Test points TP19/TP20 (right next to the connector): also 0.6V, consistent with the data pins Based on the official iFixit USB Port Replacement guide, a loose/disconnected pin should normally read 0V — not 0.6V on both sides. So I'm wondering whether the issue is really the micro-USB connector itself, or something further downstream (ESD protection chip, USB controller) on the board. My questions: Does 0.6V on D+/D- at idle sound normal or abnormal for this kind of board? Has anyone run into this exact symptom (charging OK, data never detected) on a Clara HD/N249? Does a schematic or test point pinout exist for this board that I haven't been able to find? Before attempting a blind resolder, would you recommend a continuity test (Ohms mode, device off) between the connector and a point further downstream instead? Thanks in advance for any help! |
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