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Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement

Introduction

Use when the USB port needs to be removed. (Soldering Required)

What you need

  1. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Panel Dial: step 1, image 1 of 2 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Panel Dial: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Grip the dial tightly and pull straight off the device.

    • Repeat for the second dial

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  2. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Using tweezers, remove the spacer nuts and washers from each dial post.

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  3. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Outer Casing: step 3, image 1 of 2 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Outer Casing: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Before opening your device, ensure the device is not on or connected to the charging cable.

    • Insert a plastic opening tool into the seam between the rubber foot and plastic casing.

    • Pull the rubber foot free of the plastic casing.

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  5. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use a screwdriver to remove the screw from the rear casing.

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  6. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Gently lift the rear casing from the device.

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  7. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 1 of 3 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 2 of 3 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the four screws that hold the motherboard in place.

    • Only touch the edges of the motherboard. Touching the surface can damage the motherboard.

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  8. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull the motherboard from the front cover.

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  9. Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, USB Port: step 8, image 1 of 3 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, USB Port: step 8, image 2 of 3 Astro Mixamp USB Port Replacement, USB Port: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Press the tip of a hot soldering iron to the USB connection to melt the solder.

    • Use a nylon spudger to lift the USB from the solder.

    • Repeat for each of the four USB connections.

    • For more help on soldering, refer to this guide: How To Solder and Desolder Connections

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Conclusion

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

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Hope Burns

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IUPUI, Team 3-3, Wilson Fall 2016 Member of IUPUI, Team 3-3, Wilson Fall 2016

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4 Comments

What port is used as a replacement?

jonescoleman1738 - Reply

Did you ever identify an appropriate replacement port?

Lepec -

something was broken out of the port of the USB connection

MoreZemtor - Reply

Will this method work with the 2015 tr mixamp?

jeffreyalvarez9 - Reply

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