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ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide if you are experiencing any issues with the side mouse buttons on your ASUS ROG Spatha X.

What you need

  1. ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement, Mouse Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement, Mouse Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement, Mouse Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Make sure the mouse is unplugged and the power switch on the underside is set to the off position.

    • Use the pointed edge of a spudger to remove the four soft rubber covers on the underside of the mouse.

    • Use the included Torx screwdriver, or a T3 Torx screwdriver, to remove the four 4 mm screws.

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  2. ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the upper mouse cover up and off.

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  4. ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement, Side Buttons Assembly: step 3, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement, Side Buttons Assembly: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the side button assembly ribbon cable from the motherboard.

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  5. ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two 5 mm Phillips screws inside the mouse.

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  6. ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the mouse skate under the thumb rest.

    • Remove the last 5 mm Phillips screw.

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  7. ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 ASUS ROG Spatha X Side Buttons Assembly Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Gently remove the side button assembly.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
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