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Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

The Microsoft Surface Headphones motherboard is the central piece that ties all the other components together. If it becomes damaged, the entire system can't operate properly. Rather than throwing the whole thing away, repairing the motherboard can restore full functionality through a few minutes of repair.

Caution: desoldering and soldering presents potential for device damage.

What you need

  1. Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 1, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Firmly grasp the ear cushions and rotate them counterclockwise, about 45 degrees, until you hear a "click."

    • To replace the motherboard, you only need to remove the right cushion, labeled with an "R" on the headband.

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  2. Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the three 2.6 mm screws securing the right speaker housing to the chassis.

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  4. Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the speaker housing away from the chassis, taking care not to damage the motherboard connections.

    • Desolder the two speaker motherboard connections.

    • Desoldering and soldering are delicate procedures, and there is a potential for device damage.

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  5. Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Desolder the red and black speaker connections.

    • Desoldering and soldering are delicate procedures, and there is a potential for device damage.

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  6. Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Desolder the 23 connections from the motherboard.

    • Desoldering and soldering are delicate procedures, and there is a potential for device damage.

    • Before soldering the connections to your new motherboard, be sure to pay close attention to which wire goes where; they're very easy to mix up.

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  7. Microsoft Surface Headphones Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Torx screwdriver to remove the four screws.

    • Lift the motherboard up and out of the chassis.

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Conclusion

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

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