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Corsair Katar DPI Sensor Replacement

Introduction

If the DPI (dots per inch) sensor inside your Corsair Katar mouse is not operating correctly, this guide will show you how to replace it.

What you need

  1. Corsair Katar DPI Sensor Replacement, Corsair Katar Disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 2 Corsair Katar DPI Sensor Replacement, Corsair Katar Disassembly: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Unplug your mouse before starting.

    • Flip the mouse over so the bottom is facing up.

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  2. Corsair Katar DPI Sensor Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the three skates on the bottom of the mouse using the plastic opening tools.

    • Skates will be very sticky.

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    • Use the JIS 0 screwdriver to remove the four 5 mm screws on the bottom of the mouse.

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  5. Corsair Katar DPI Sensor Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Detach the bottom of the mouse from the upper shell.

    • Remove the shell slowly so as not to damage the white DPI cable inside the mouse.

    • Use the plastic opening tool to detach the white DPI sensor cable from its port.

    • Alternatively, you can use your hand to remove the DPI sensor cable by wiggling it out of the port.

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    • Use the JIS 0 screwdriver to remove the two 5mm screws holding the DPI sensor.

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  7. Corsair Katar DPI Sensor Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the DPI sensor away from the mouse shell.

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Conclusion

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

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