Yes it can, you need the correct USB, eBay your model and type USB after, you need a temp soldier and proper soldier equipment, it's easy as long as you have a heat temp and a strong soldier, most shops charge £40 to £60, if you purchase the part and take the laptop apart an take the motherbored to the shop they may reduce it by £15, ask them first.
If you do it yourself then read more then 1 guide, people have different ways, make sure you use foil around the area you are soldiering to avoid damaging the board.
