Hi,
I need to remove the front of the Anker SoundCore Sport XL. What allen key is used? It doesn’t seem like a standard allen key. The device no longer charges and it seems like the micro USB needs to be replaced. It’s out of warranty.
Thanks
Anker SoundCore Sport XL Allen Key?
None of the soundcore products (or anker in general?) have any officially user serviceable parts. So no lists of components or opening tools will be found.
However, just based on pictures it looks like a torx key (no security). One of those small electronics screwdriver kits with a good collection of bits will almost certainly include the right size, it isn’t an allen key but pretty common for electronics.
Replacing a micro-USB port will require some soldering skills and not be trivially easy. And if this is several years old, there is just as good of a chance (or better) that one or more of the battery cells has failed, the system isn’t balanced, and because of that it won’t charge anymore. Unless the micro-USB port is visibly bent out of position or damaged, which makes it more likely.
If you are struggling to figure out how to open up the box, I would guess you don’t have much experience with repairing small electronics. This won’t be an easy fix. Good luck if you decide to try!
Looks like torx.
Are you a skilled tinkerer?
If not, I would handle it to someone who has some experience.
Of course the battery can be swapped.