Razer DeathAdder Chroma Optical Sensor Replacement

Written By: Nathan D. Kappler
  • Comments: 5
Razer DeathAdder Chroma Optical Sensor Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

15

Time Required

7 minutes

Introduction

The optical sensor for the Razer DeathAdder Chroma is a crucial component for the device’s operation. A critical failure of the optical sensor will necessarily require a replacement.

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    • Opening the mouse casing will void any warranty that exists for the mouse.

    • Turn the mouse over so the bottom is facing up.

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    • Use the blunt end of the spudger to pry the adhesive rubber pads from the top left and right edges.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove two 6.7 mm screws.

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    • Use your fingers to identify the location of the screw under the bottom label.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove one 6.7 mm screw.

    • Clear the label away from around the screw for easier removal.

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    • Turn the mouse over so the bottom is facing down.

    • Separate the top casing from the bottom base by pulling the top casing upwards.

    • Separating the casing too quickly could damage the ribbon connector between the motherboard and the LED lights.

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    • Disconnect the ribbon connector between the motherboard and the LED lights by pulling upward.

    • Pulling too hard could damage the wire connections.

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    • Disconnect the ribbon connector between the motherboard and the USB cable by pulling upward.

    There are 2 tiny locking pins at the back you may need to spudge the connector casing a bit on each side to release these , I did.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove three 5.5 mm screws.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove two 11.5 mm screws on the side buttons.

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    • Use a Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove one 5.0 mm screw.

    Does anyone know what the circuitry this screw holds in place does, I completely missed this tiny screw and accidently snapped the 2 soldered components off named D2 & D3… But the mouse still works fine ?? however i do not use razer synapse anymore so i dont know if its 100% working

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    Never mind it just came to my attention there is a set of LEDs in the mouse wheel which is what that tiny board is, soo …. RIP Mouse Wheel LEDs

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    • Disconnect the ribbon connector between the motherboard and the optical sensor.

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    • Remove the motherboard by grasping the sides and gently pulling upward.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove two 5.5mm screws.

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    • Remove the optical sensor by pulling it forward and up.

Conclusion

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

Author

Nathan D. Kappler

Member since: 27/03/17

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2 comments

Where do I get the part?

youarestaringatme -

This is not a sensor, but a sensor backlight. Sensor on the underside of the main board

Guest Night -