Game Boy Color Linear Regulator Replacement

Replacement part for the linear regulator U7 on the Game Boy Color. Reduces power usage a tiny bit and saves resources from the main PSU.

1

Solder components to PCB

Solder all four components to the PCB: Power supply chip, inductor and the two ceramic caps.
2

Remove U7

Remove the original linear regulator from the GBC mainboard.
3

Mount replacement part

Solder the replacement part from step 1) to the two outer-most pads of the 3 pads on the bottom. The middle pad on the bottom and the two pads on top will not be soldered.
4

Add power cable to the replacement

Solder a wire to the power switch pad labeled "C" and connect it to the pad on your replacement part.

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