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Introduction

Before beginning this guide, refer to trouble shooting page: Alienware AW510H Microphone Does Not Pick Up Sound. If the microphone doesn't work after trouble shooting, consider replacing the microphone assembly.

To replace the microphone assembly on the Alienware AW510H gaming headset, first disassemble the left ear cup, as the retractable microphone is soldered directly to the internal assembly.

CAUTION: This process involves soldering. Review this soldering technique guide for guidance.

What you need

Step 1 Earpad Cushions

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Hold the earcup with one hand and firmly grip the ear pad with the other.

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Step 2

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Rotate the earcup counter-clockwise before pulling it away from the headset.

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Step 3 Microphone Assembly

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Remove the four 8.5mm screws found on the base of the ear cup housing using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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Step 4

Gently remove the plastic shell.

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Step 5

Remove the 5mm screw from the microphone cover using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Follow the microphone boom connection to the driver and motherboard.
The microphone is located on the left side, retractable and bendable.

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Step 6

If there is a protective plastic or glue coating on top of the solder, scrape it off using a metal spudger before soldering.

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Step 7

Use a soldering iron to disconnect the wire connecting the microphone to the motherboard.

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Step 8

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Pull the old microphone assembly out of the housing.
If the mechanism is stuck inside, gently push it out from inside the housing, perhaps with the help of tweezers or small needle nose pliers.