Introduction
If your Razer Basilisk V3 is malfunctioning or requires internal maintenance, this guide will help you safely remove the backplate to access its internal components. This is necessary for performing tasks such as replacing faulty parts or cleaning. The steps involve unscrewing, carefully separating the mouse's halves, and handling them thoughtfully to avoid damaging the connectors.
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Heat the skate using a heat gun or hair dryer.
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Using the pointy end of the spudger pry away a corner of the skate.
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Once the corner of the skate comes free use the flat end of the spudger to peel off the rest of the skate.
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Repeat these steps for each of the skates.
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Remove two 4.8 mm screws that were hidden under the skates using a JIS #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the single 4 mm screw beneath the thumb grip using a JIS #1 screwdriver.
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Heat the label gently with a heat gun or hair dryer.
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Once the adhesive is loosened, use a spudger to peel off the label carefully, revealing two additional screws.
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Remove the two 4.8 mm screws using a JIS #1 screwdriver.
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Carefully pry apart the mouse's top and bottom halves. Using the iFixit opening tool, start at one corner and work around the edge.
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Using a plastic opening tool, gently pry the connector apart by moving side to side to avoid bending the pins.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
