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Astro A50 2016 Headset Battery Replacement

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  1. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement, Headset Speakers: step 1, image 1 of 2 Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement, Headset Speakers: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • 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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  2. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • 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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  3. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the four 6mm Phillips 1 screws.

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  4. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Lift the speaker module up off the device.

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  5. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement, Headset Battery: step 5, image 1 of 2 Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement, Headset Battery: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the five 6mm PH1 screws.

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

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  6. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the four 6mm PH1 screws.

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

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  7. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the back panel by squeezing the two tabs together and pushing out.

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  8. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
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  9. Astro A50 2016  Headset Battery Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • 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 Share

Yes it’s for the Gen 3 A50

Crisdavid - Reply Share

Where do I buy a battery though….

Brandon Phillips - Reply Share

how can I connect the new battery ?

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