Is it physically possible to desolder those tiny Chips with even tinier legs from HDD PCBs ? I have read some comments about switching the firmware, and looking at those chips makes me wonder about the possibility.

Are there easier desolder tools ? Forget the soldering iron !

Try searching hot air desoldering station, also you want one that you are able to control the temperature

Loki

Chip Quik SMD removal products if budget is a problem or you want to do just a few.

http://www.chipquik.com/store/prod_shts/prod_smd1.html

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Or outsource those procedures to a pro who does SMD work until you are proficient yourself.

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Thanks a lot for all the info. Could anyone, please, tell me where I can buy the Right tool.

http://gordak.en.made-in-china.com/prod ... 850B-.html

Low in both Price and quality , but does the job.

But a fine tip soldering iron(30/40w) of good quality is a must .
http://www.buildersmart.com.sg/store/in ... -iron.html

DON'T BUY CRAP TOOLS. You won't find spares , no support and you'll regret it at first disastered attempt, especially if you are a novice! I started with pro tools and I thank every bit of that decision, even if it took time to spare the money and/or mortgage. I had with them all the necessary support.

Thanks Blackst,


Can you please recommend a good quality too ?

Hello Matiw,

If you want a equipment to solder and desolder ROM chips you don´t need expensive tools. Otherwise you need to practice a lot because of the temperatures to avoid burning the chips.

YIHUA 892D+

You can look at it on ebay for exemple. Is an easy tool and will work for your needs.

Hello

To learn to solder / desolder you can read articles from www.zeph.com. products are sold well qualified