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Astak Mole Microphone Replacement

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Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement

Introduction

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If you are experiencing microphone problems, you may have to repair or replace the microphone. Before this can be accomplished, you must access the motherboard. This guide will show you how to do this.

What you need

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  • Spudger
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  • Phillips #1 Screwdriver
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    1. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement, Lower Case: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the four bottom tabs in order to access the bottom screws.

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      • Remove all four 14 mm Phillips #1 screws.

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    3. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the SD card.

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    4. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Pry up the motherboard on the four points using a spudger.

      • The regular black nylon spudger should be used whenever possible, especially around sensitive internal components.

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    5. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Gently pull back the motherboard to expose many of the component's wired connections.

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    1. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement, Microphone: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Remove microphone from its holder on the bottom section of the casing.

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    2. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Access microphone and assess damage.

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    3. Astak Mole Microphone  Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Remove microphone input with metal spudger. Be sure to sever electrical adhesive in order to separate input and output.

      • It is advised to re-apply adhesive to the cable once the new microphone cable is replaced.

      • The regular black nylon spudger should be used whenever possible, especially around sensitive internal components.

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Conclusion

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

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