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HTC Vive Pro: How to replace the microphone and where it is?

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 04:45:42 -0700

I bought a used headset.I bought a used headset, but when I play games that require a microphone, it makes a strange crackling sound when recording. I think I need to replace it. Could you help?

HTC Vive XR Elite: Left Temple Covers out of stock for a few months

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:04:50 -0700

Is there going to be a restock of the left inner and outer covers for the HTC Vive Elite?

It's been out of stock for months, and I have yet to see it restocked.

HTC: HTC Vive Wireless Adapter will not power on

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 16:00:13 -0700

Functioned well, until (about 3 months ago) it didn't. Now the Vive Wireless adapter may not turn on at random. Sometimes takes about 5 minutes after connecting the battery before finally powering on. Other times may not acknowledge power for days. :-( May or may not power back up if need arises to switch batteries for continued play. Or, may power up and shut off a few times before finally holding power to sync to my rig. No trauma to device. Changing USB cable(s) yields same result. Batteries fully charged. No issue with headset hardwired. Opening the adapter, noticed a pin hole to a button at the back of the device. (???) Prayed it was a reset... pushed the !&&* out of it of course. Once opened I found the right receiver micro-coax female connector totally missing from the end of the cable at the board. (?HUH... HOW?) Replaced with new MHF4 cable. Granted, this one does not quite mate as snug to the onboard male terminals. Nothing a little tape wouldn't secure. Suggestions for correct RF cable are appreciated. No other apparent sign of damage to boards or components. Though likely not, nor should that receiver cable be the culprit, power was restored after reassembly. Got a few weeks play out of it, albeit with some sporadic lag to powering on. Could live with that tho. At least it worked. Now... going on second day with no sign of power. My kid doesn't know yet... she's not gon like it. Much rather fix it than drop another $350 for another if I can help it. All great ideas and guidance, welcome!

⟐ Commented July 27, 2025 at 16:00 MST

HTC Vive Pro Controller: My controllers don't charge properly.

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 01:38:23 -0700

Both controllers will not charge unless the micro usb cable is held at an angle.

HTC Vive XR Elite: Left temple arm replacement part

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 03:46:27 -0700

The left temple arm of my Vive XR Elite headset has cracked and will soon completely snap. I am looking for a replacement arm that can attach to the front visor. Please let me know where I can find this replacement part (if avaliable?).

Please refer my Pics

HTC: HTC Vive Wireless error 10001.4128 and identifying SMD coax connector

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 07:49:04 -0700

Hey all, recently I got a Vive Pro with the Wireless Adapter system second hand, in fully working condition according to the seller. However, after installing the WiGig card into my system and connecting the wireless link box (antenna) to its SMA connector the Vive Wireless software gives me a "Wireless link box error", and the main window shows error code "Not ready (10001.4128)". After extensive troubleshooting* by myself, someone from a VR community, and HTC support it still gives the same error. My current theory is a hardware problem with the short cable connecting the card to the SMA connector on the PCI bracket (see photo) as this bracket was removed during transport. HTC support was not willing to give me the specifications for this part and redirected me to this forum instead.

Does anyone here know the connector and other specifications of this part of the WiGig PCIe card? Some dimensions: male O.D. is 1.4mm, female height 1.0mm, coax diameter 1.1mm. My current guess is the MHF3 or 5 connector.

*Troubleshooting included reseating the SMA cable, reseating the card, reinstalling the Wireless software including drivers, and even using a fresh install of Windows 10 21h2 which was recommended as known working by the community member.

My system specs are: R7 5700X3D, Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite, 4x8GB Corsair Vengeance DDR4-3200, EVGA RTX 2070, Windows 10 22h2 b19045.5371, chipset and GPU drivers latest as of 28-01-2025

⟐ Commented January 31, 2025 at 7:49 MST

HTC Vive Pro 2: red lines on one side

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 16:13:23 -0700

Anyone know whats causing this?

HTC Vive XR Elite: Any word on HTC Vive XR Elite Left Inner Temple Covers?

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:44:53 -0700

It seems these inner temple cover pieces are the literal weak points of the Vive XR Elite. 2nd break of the device. The left side broke the same as the right did before, where the speaker is placed and the plastic gets thin. No drops, just resting head pressure on chair. What's the update on getting any more HTC Vive XR Elite Left Inner Temple Covers? The outer covers you had at the time or this message, I was wondering if the Inner Covers are already ordered and back ordered. I've already had to replace the right side, now I have to replace the left. Just not enough plastic around the speakers, hopefully they can do something about it with the replacement parts, but that's on HTC.

HTC Vive XR Elite: Any more orders for HTC Vive XR Elite Right Inner Temple Cover?

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:17:03 -0700

Since IFixit seems to be the only site popping up for me to buy replacement parts for the Vive XR Elite. Are you guys getting any more HTC Vive XR Elite Right Inner Temple Cover and the corresponding outer cover? Been hoping to get real replacements instead of having to 3D model and 3D print my own. It's a complex shape, so I'd rather not have to figure it out. Would like to save money on sending the unit into get fixed as well.

HTC Vive Flow: Removing springs in VR glasses arms

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:26:09 -0700

Hi,

I have a very wide head so the spring-loaded arms of the HTC Vive Flow VR glasses - although they accommodate me - pinch my head very badly. Therefore, I want to just remove the springs in glasses' side arms. Can I do this? Thanks

HTC Vive Focus 3: Sourcing alternative AC adaptor for Focus 3

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 06:13:42 -0700

Hi there. I am looking to source an AC adaptor for the Focus 3 headset (Australian plug) that has a much longer cable than the one that comes standard with the headset. What size barrel plug does it need and are there any other specifications that I need to think about. Where could I source this type of adaptor or cable? Thank you.

HTC Vive Pro: Headphone motherboard can it be removed?

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:53:08 -0700

I just bought the new Vive pro head strap replacement and I realized it didn’t come with the headphones or the motherboard that goes with the headphones on the other head strap piece, is there any way without damaging the motherboard of the headphones to get it out of the old head strap piece and put it into a new one

HTC Vive: Laser wave lense for base station 1.0

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:14:34 -0700

Hi, in the past a small part from the laser fell off. I tried to search for it on the internet but without luck i did ot find anything. The only thing i know is the name of tha part: Wave line lense 8mm 90 degrees. Can anyone help or try to give me some advice on a trustworthy seller.

HTC Vive Pro 2: Scratch in the screen.

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:21:17 -0700

Hi there, today i bought the vive pro 2 used of a guy, when i came home to try Them out, i can see a big scratch in the Middle of the screen, is this something i can have fixed?

HTC Vive Cosmos: How do I fix HMD not found error, if it is hardware DOA, what now? DB?

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 14:45:35 -0700

I keep getting error 200 HMD not found. Replaced cable to headset, one of the lighthouses and reinstalled software and reset headset. I get just the solid red light on the headset, "Vive Cosmos" shows up in devices in settings of windows add devices area. How do I know whether to replace daughterboard now, or motherboard of Cosmos Elite headset to further narrow down the issue?

HTC Vive Cosmos: USB 3 is not detected anymore

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:41:20 -0700

hi , the device used to work perfectly, but now it can't detect USB connection at setup , i was able to test all the cables with another vive cosmos that is working and it appear that the headset itself is malfunctionning . what should i replace in the headset to fix the usb issue ? Daughter Board or Mother Board ?

HTC Vive Pro Eye: Microphone not being picked up or showing it on

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 21:01:39 -0700

I’ve tried all the simple steps vive offers to fix such issue. No luck at all I even go into steam settings to test the microphone and it still doesn’t work. Have any ideas if I need to go under the hood of the headset?

HTC Vive XR Elite: How can I acquire a new rear faceplate for HTC Vive XR Elite?

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 07:48:58 -0700

I need a new rear faceplate. It has a two large openings for display lenses. It was griped at a 118 second of iFixit video "HTC Vive XR Elite Teardown: Best VR Hardware Yet?":

https://youtu.be/W6TqYGaYxus?t=118

iFixit is an official partner of HTC and an authorized authentic parts seller. Can You help me?

How can I acquire a new rear faceplate for HTC Vive XR Elite?

HTC: How do I pair a replacement Vive dongle with my Vive tracker

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:09:55 -0700

I’ve been trying to pair a Vive tracker to a replacement dongle for a while now, but I can’t seem to get it to work. I’m not sure how to pair the two as, I assume, the dongle is looking for a tracker with a different serial number. How do I solve this?

HTC Vive Pro: How to remove the headphone cushions?

Thu, 18 May 2023 15:24:34 -0700

My left headphone has developed a short, so I ordered the replacement headphones. The headphones don't come with the foam cushions, so I just need to transfer them. The only thing is, I'm struggling with figuring out how to remove the cushion.

I have tried prying under the material, poking around under the cushion the best that I can get at it, pushing, pulling....I'm out of ideas. I looked at the replacement headphones and I don't actually see any way that they might be attached. What do?

⟐ Commented May 18, 2023 at 15:24 MST