Here we go.... (48G fixing and MEMORY UPGRADE)

[Dave Frederickson]

(05-25-2017 08:55 PM)matthiaspaul Wrote:  You can use a scalpel or *sharp* cutter knife and simply cut off the pins next to where they come out of the plastic case (using the chip's case as a guide). Afterwards, the pins can be desoldered from the pads one after another without any risk to apply too much heat or force to the pads. This may sound "brutal" at first, but it is actually quite easy to do and very reliable.

Take care to not cut through to the PCB and through traces. Otherwise I've also found this to be an acceptable method of desoldering if you don't have the fancy tools.