Akko 3068B Battery Replacement

Introduction

It is extremely common that computer components will start to show some issues after extended use. Many of these issues become frustrating for the users, one of issues are mouse wheel malfunction, and in this case it is for the Akko 3068B Mechanical Keyboard. The gamers that use this keyboard have the ability to use this wireless using Bluetooth technology and the battery allows it to be used at a far range. By offering a clear, step-by-step process that is accompanied with detailed and to the point instructions with clear visuals in 9 simple steps, to replace the battery.

Purchasing an extra keyboard battery is advised from credible platforms such as,

Aliexpress

Amazon

The main reason people seek out solutions to their problems personally, is because they believe that it is cheaper doing so. Might be something small, or something big, the satisfaction from doing it yourself will always trump paying a 3rd party too solve your problems, especially when it comes to electronics. By following this guide, you will realize how somethings are really easy to fix, and will realize that the things that you thought were broken in the past could've been fixed as well. This guide will allow for hundreds of more hours of gaming and ease of use for the future.

Understanding the fundamentals of dissecting your gaming mouse will result in cheaper solutions in the future. It will save you from throwing the mouse away and buying a new mechanical keyboard might cost 50 dollars on the low end for a decent one, and upwards of 1000 dollars for a prestigious one, but either can break after extended use, they are all limited to time. Fixing it yourself will save you maybe hundreds of dollars in the future, that you might need later on.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Remove the USB-C cable from the keyboard.
Turn off keyboard using the switch on the back.

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Step 2

Remove the keycaps using a keycap puller.
Removing them without thought can accidentally damage the switches on the keyboard. Proceed with caution.

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Step 3

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Remove the three screws holding the PCB in place using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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Step 4

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Insert a card to pry open the casing on the keyboard.
When prying open the casing, beware that there are clips that lock the casing to the keyboard. Make sure not to break them or the casing will not lock properly afterwards.
A small clear piece might fall out near the keyboard lights; make sure to place it back when reassembling.

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Step 5

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Careful! If the keyboard is old, the PCB might just fall out.
Slowly lift up the PCB as there is a connector on the back; make sure not to rip it apart.

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