USB Port broken - Stuck in boot screen

[martinbl]

Here we go:

When I recharged my HTC in my car, I got in a little accident and the HTC flew around the car a little bit.
Long story short; the USB/Charge port broke and I got it fixed by a friend.
Took him a few days because it was totally messed up, but hey, I could recharge it.
He said he couldn't fix the USB connection, but no problem: I still had bluetooth.

However, yesterday I got really stupid...
I tried to flash the rom using my bluetooth connection.
All went fine, but ofcourse, when rebooting it got stuck.
Tried the soft reset, tried the hard reset, but no luck.
Of course I also tried all available tools (mtty) but damn, stupid me again, that won't work since the USB connection won't work; my PC doesn't even detect that there is a device connected.

So here's my question:
Is there a way to get the HTC out of bootloader menu without the use of the USB port?

As I am afraid there isn't a way, does anyone have a layout/schematic of the HTC Universal hardware layout so I can try to fix the USB connection myself?
The friend that fixed it last time moved, so I'll have to try it myself :o.

[leffetripel]

here (http://rapidshare.com/files/108386153/HTC__CONFIDENTIA_L_-__UNIVERSAL__SERVICE__MANUAL.pdf) is a link to the HTC Universal service manual, maybe you can find some help there. :)

[martinbl]

here (http://rapidshare.com/files/108386153/HTC__CONFIDENTIA_L_-__UNIVERSAL__SERVICE__MANUAL.pdf) is a link to the HTC Universal service manual, maybe you can find some help there. :)

Couldn't find the USB-connector anywhere in the service manual...
Yeah okay, it showed the port itself, but not where it's connected on the motherboard.

Anyone really technical who can point it out?

http://xs227.xs.to/xs227/08201/usb309.jpg

[martinbl]

Couldn't find the USB-connector anywhere in the service manual...
Yeah okay, it showed the port itself, but not where it's connected on the motherboard.

Anyone really technical who can point it out?

http://xs227.xs.to/xs227/08201/usb309.jpg

No one? :'(

[scousemartin]

i have a working motherboard, that i can sell. If you cant fix the usb connector. pm me if interested

[Bulldog]

So here's my question:
Is there a way to get the HTC out of bootloader menu without the use of the USB port?

As I am afraid there isn't a way, does anyone have a layout/schematic of the HTC Universal hardware layout so I can try to fix the USB connection myself?
The friend that fixed it last time moved, so I'll have to try it myself :o.[/quote]

There is one way to flash it from the SD card, look in the forum or in WIKI for more information. Here you can find picture ( as well broken mini USB) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=381560

[martinbl]

There is one way to flash it from the SD card, look in the forum or in WIKI for more information.

I can't find it anywhere?

Only SD flashing for other models... Or am I just ain't looking right?

[Bulldog]

I can't find it anywhere?

Only SD flashing for other models... Or am I just ain't looking right?

This one may can help you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=393370

[ToolmanFedEx]

My USB port pulled out also. I did find my connector, even though I purchased a replacement USB off eBay. My eyes are not good enough to resolder, and am not sure what is on the other side of board that may be effected should I try. I just downloaded the PDF file ya'all listed, so now I will check it out in depth. I would prefer having a professional fix this, but here in Memphis Tn USA I have had better luck finding polar bears. I recently got this unit so I know nothing! I do realize that it probably needs to be upgraded from WM5 to WM6. I have also noticed that replacement mother boards are available also on eBay. I just purchased an used JasJar with good mother board but broken screen thinking about using it for parts to fix mine.
Hugh (toolmanfedex):confused:

[ninjitsu]

Hey

My USB port broke off, and I lost it... I dropped the phone out of my motorcycle tankbag (since it opens on the "bottom" end) the impact was severe enough that the case fell appart and speakers popped out, all the wires intact, I put it back together but the port is lost... it still works of course but my battery ran out, can't charge it without the usb port.

Anyway, I see it's delicate but not that delicate, i want to solder a new one on myself what I have to do is find one and here is my question:

Which type/sort of ports work, do I need an htc-universal specific one or is it standard and just any of the correct size where contacts overlap, is good enough?

If the answer is standard I'll get'em at the nearest electronic store, if not, where to get'em? used off ebay or some useful links any of you may have handy?

Thanks in advance,
ciao

[ToolmanFedEx]

This is where I got a replacement USB port for my JasJar: eBay :D

http://stores.ebay.com/Wincom-International

HTC Wizard IMATE JASJAR 838 D900 charge port connector
eBay Item number: 310010162549
Price: US $4.99 Shipping to USA: $5.99

Hugh

[D.Apsley]

The connector you want is a "USB-to-go" or a "USB Mini-AB" SMT Scoket any good electronics component retailer should have them. The big question is have you damaged the pads on the motherboard?

[ninjitsu]

oi, thanks mates, I checked that retailer out, found a local retailer with these components, if it's a standard one, it should work, I'll try to see if it works before soldering (using some duct tape or something I guess).

I'm pretty sure I haven't damaged the pads on the motherboard, the thing just "gently" broke off (as gentle as you can imagine a break can be). How would damage look like? They look intact really... and it's a big enough patch that I feel confident soldering on.

I ordered one of these connectors and should be here tomorrow. Thanks again for info.
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well apparently not... only A or B in stock, but not the -AB in all the local retailers, guess I'll grab it from the ebay one :) Thanks for that info too again.

[ninjitsu]

Now then, several months later, my usb socket broke off again.

I really lost trust in my universal, it feels just... touchy, like it's a human baby, that's how I act when I carry it around and don't like it. Since I don't want my mobile device to be such a "burden" really I'm thinking about replacing it.

I'm not an elec-technician, in fact I've soldered a few things in my life, but this one, I somehow did, I didn't have fine enough tools so some of the contacts got spilled and interconnected and I peeled off the links with a boxcutter knife later. It was a few-hour endeavour. Yeah crude and barbaric but in the end, I managed that without damaging the motherboard. It worked, active syncinc, everything, but I felt it wasn't really stable. Since I don't have an external battery charger, my uni is sadly out of order now.

I have a question:

How to solder this thing back on properly?

And when done so, how sturdy is it? Sturdy enough? :)

Thanks, regards

[D.Apsley]

The USB connector is a pain to solder as you need a big tip to solder to the big pads that hold it in place and a small tip to solder the actual USB data pins. If it is done correctly it can out last the Uni. I can repair it for you if you like, it wont be the first and I'm sure it wont be the last. PM me if you are intrested.

[starik]

DONT try to resoldere it urself, u need skill and especially a proper LOW WATT soldering tool!! its also easy tofuck it up, permanently.

i'm not sure if u can find electronic guys willing to do this ( cause its a small job for them), but ur best bet would be to visit the local guy who does PS2/XBOX/GAMECUBE modchip iinstalls...he'll solder ur usb port in 2 minutes.

[D.Apsley]

Just to let you know I've been a electroinc engineer for 15+ years this sort of thing is my bread and butter. If you want to see the standard I work too check out the 128Mb Upgrade page thats my work and the kind of equipment I have.

But I agree with Starik do try it yourself unless your are skilled at soldering and have the right tools.