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Astro A50 2016 Headset Battery Replacement

Introduction

The battery is what gives the headset the power to run and function. This guide will show you how to remove the battery from the headset.

What you need

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    • Remove the magnetic ear pads by gently pulling them away from the headset. Be careful not to remove the left earpad, which houses the microphone, and ensure you're only removing the right earpad.

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    • Squeeze the plastic opening tool between the black plastic and foam pad on non mic side and then pry upwards to remove the felt pads covering the speaker.

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    • Remove the four 6mm Phillips 1 screws.

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    • Lift the speaker module up off the device.

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    • Remove the five 6mm PH1 screws.

    • Remove the buttons panel by pulling the panel away from the white ribbon cord.

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    • Remove the four 6mm PH1 screws.

    • Remove the tape holding the wires connected to the motherboard.

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    • Remove the back panel by squeezing the two tabs together and pushing out.

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    • Remove the battery by using the plastic opening tool to pry it away from the headset.

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Conclusion

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

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15 Guide Comments

Is this for the Gen III Astro a50?

vic.bianco - Reply

Yes it’s for the Gen 3 A50

Crisdavid -

Where do I buy a battery though….

Brandon Phillips - Reply

how can I connect the new battery ?

Ahmed f - Reply

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