EZ Flash Definitive Edition FRAM Error - Won't boot

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Haven't seen this issue before. Card worked last night but this morning when I try to boot it, it fades in the 'EZ FLASH' logo, then repeats doing that process forever.
Tried cleaning all contacts
Tried Adding new kernel file
Tried TEST mode and this error pops up. Any ideas for a fix or what component needs replaced?
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I purchased this over a year ago, so as expected I didn't receive any response from the retailer. Even if I did I don't think it would be covered after that long.

For anyone else having this issue, I found a temporary fix:

I tested and verified it was not the battery or sd card causing the issue, but the large, middle chip on the back. It may not have been making contact with the board all the way. Applying pressure in that area during the bootloop allowed the card to load the menu.

I reflowed the chip with flux and hot air, then placed a thin piece of cardboard in the back of the shell to push against the chip and now it seems to be working as it did before. Not saying anyone inexperienced should try that but it's at least a start to repairing a dead flashcart.
 
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