Is the exchange of the controller ic always obligate?
Product Name: HD154UI Samsung PCB BF41-00284A
The PCB’s BIOS is integrated into the Main Controller IC. You should exchange the Main Controller IC to let the HDD be recognized. Move the Main Controller IC(the biggest chip on the board) is a complex job which need you have certain technique. Some electronics repair shop can do it.
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