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  1. 27th-December-2015, 05:20 #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzmarazz View Post
    I use a leaded/flux core solder. But I also use a liquid flux pen; more commonly available in a tub of paste. Flux assists in heat distribution and surface/contaminent cleaning. If the old existing solder or HASL/ENIG surface has oxidized, it will be very difficult for you to solder it. Flux makes this a billion times more easy to do.

    While you're making some purchases, grab a spool of copper solder wick to help remove the old solder currently bonding the old jack to the mobo.
    ok will do that. thanks.
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