Oculus Rift Development Kit 2 Cable Hub Replacement

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Introduction

If a cable that connects to the device via the cable hub has become frayed or damaged, the cable hub will need to be replaced in order to replace the damaged cable. This, along with damage to the cable hub itself, will cause the device to malfunction.

What you need

Step 1 Cable Hub

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Using the plastic opening tools, pry open the cable hub.

Step 2

Carefully pry the cable away from the cable hub motherboard. It is attached with hot glue and should be removed easily.
Note that the cable is soldered on to the board. When prying the cable away from the hot glue, pull gently so as not to damage the soldered wire.

Step 3

Desolder the wires as illustrated. This can be done by heating up the solder connecting the board and the wire. When the solder is liquified, pull the wire away from the board.
Need some help? Follow this guide to learn soldering basics.