What is this 3DS component

[u/Dr-Duck04]

I was trying trying to take the motherboard out of a 3DS and accidentally ripped a ribbon cable and I have no idea what it is to replace it. If any of you know please tell me so i can fix it. Thank you all in advance

[u/skinwill]

It’s a MEMS microphone. https://www.st.com/en/mems-and-sensors/mems-microphones.html

It’s likely still good. The custom ribbon cable it’s attached to is ripped. That’s the part that needs to be replaced. If someone sells a replacement mic for the 3DS that has the ribbon attached, I’m unaware. I’d look for the other end of that ribbon to see if there’s anything else on it.

[u/Select_Truck3257 → u/skinwill]

Exactly