Logitech G502 Proteus Core Cable Replacement

Written By: Sen
  • Comments: 2
Logitech G502 Proteus Core Cable Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

9

Time Required

20 minutes

Introduction

This guide shows how to replace the mouse cable for the Logitech G502 Proteus Core gaming mouse, whether it's due to a broken cable or to swap to a better paracord. It should be a relatively easy and quick repair and doesn't require any previous experience of fixing mice. Unplug your mouse before starting this repair.

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    • Use a hairdryer to heat three mouse feet briefly.

    • Each mouse foot should take 7-8 seconds to heat up.

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    • Remove the mouse feet gently.

    • Avoid bending the mouse feet.

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    • Use a screwdriver to remove the four 12.5 mm screws.

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    • Use a spudger to pry open the bottom case.

    • A screwdriver is shown in the photo but screwdrivers shouldn't be used for prying. They might accidentally damage internal components with a slip.

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    • Raise the tabs to disconnect the ribbon.

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    • Pull out the pin and remove the scroll wheel assembly.

    • Take out the two springs under the scroll wheel assembly.

    • Be careful when lifting the scroll wheel assembly. Do not lose the two specified springs.

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    • Unscrew five 12.5mm screws from the motherboard.

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    • Open the tabs lock on each side so you can disconnect the ribbon.

    • Disconnect the PCB from the mouse cable.

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    • Pull out the plastic piece.

    • Remove the mouse cable.

Conclusion

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

Author

Sen

Member since: 19/09/21

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2 comments

Let's say you're trying to fix your G502 without a legit logitech cord, you can just splice a usb cable and solder the correct wires to the pins. I did this twice and it works flawlessly

Black.Technician -

If you are careful enough, you don't need to remove the side button ribbon.

Yueh Tse Chen -