Nikon D800 10-pin Connector Issue and Fix

The 10-pin connector on my Nikon D800 (used for a remote release control or for a GPS accessory) is apparently prone to becoming dislodged inside the camera body making it unable to make an electrical connection to whatever accessory is plugged into it. I was able to bring the connector in my unit back to service with a less than ideal fix. I had been using it on my second-hand D800 from 2012 to…