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Taking over my parents' USM Haller shelf. Best way to disassemble and fit it in a small hatchback?

Taking over my parents' USM Haller shelf. Best way to disassemble and fit it in a small hatchback?

I have the chance to take over a large USM Haller shelf from my parents (2 bays wide, ~6 levels tall, some glass shelves, chrome frame). I want to move it myself and I'm trying to figure out two things:

  1. Disassembly: What tools do I actually need? I've read that the connectors sit tight in the balls and that you need a 5mm ball-head Allen key + PH2 screwdriver at minimum, but ideally the USM ratchet + connector puller. Is the aftermarket tool set worth it, or can I get away with household tools?
  2. Transport: I'm moving it in a small hatchback (Peugeot 208). Fully disassembled, is one trip realistic or should I plan two? Any tips on protecting the glass shelves?
  3. Overall Difficulty: Is it doable by 2 persons in a regular timeframe?

Anyone who's done this — what would you do differently? Thanks!

u/armin_le_man — 5 days ago

PS4Pro: small white JST connector came loose

I opened up my PS4 Pro (was cleaning it out) and a small white 2/3-pin connector on one of the little green daughterboards came loose. Now it's completely detached and I'm not sure what to do.

I can see metal pins on the loose white piece, which is making me worried.

Before I make it worse, I wanted to ask:

  • If the socket did tear off, are the copper pads usually still intact or do they lift with it?
  • Is this a realistic solder job for a beginner, or should I take it to a repair shop?
  • Does anyone know what this specific connector powers on the PS4 Pro (fan, front board, power/eject, LED)? Trying to gauge how critical it is.

See on the bottom left on the picture.

Any help is appreciated

u/armin_le_man — 19 days ago