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Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement

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  1. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement, Sensor: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Using a spudger, carefully pry off the stickers to reveal the location of four screws.

  2. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Using your Phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws.

  3. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Using a spudger, carefully pry apart the upper and lower housing of the mouse.

    • Make sure you are not using too much pressure, as you could warp the plastic.

  4. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Disconnect the wires from the white crimping headers.

    • Pull as far up on the wire as possible, but be careful to avoid ripping the wires.

  5. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the scroll wheel from the motherboard by pulling it to the left.

    • This may take some force to remove. Make sure to pull it parallel to the board, instead of perpendicularly.

  6. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
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    • Gently lift the motherboard away from the plastic housing.

    • Use an iFixit grounding strap or another antistatic measure to prevent sensitive components from electrostatic discharge during this step.

  7. Anker 2.4G Wireless Mouse Sensor Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Desolder the six wires holding the I.C. in place to complete the sensor change.

    • Replace the broken sensor with the new sensor and solder back in place.

    • Make sure none of your solder connections are bridged as this can cause serious damage to your mouse.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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