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Introduction
If you experience your Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones failing to turn on, a blinking charging port light with no power, or limited charging capacity of only 10%, use this guide to replace the power board.
The power board manages the battery, including charging, protecting against overcharging, and incorporating a temperature sensor.
[linkguide|https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Sony+WH-1000XM5+Power+Board+Replacement/183985#s391856183985|Step 6|stepid=391856] requires you to desolder 2 wires connected to the power board. Please wear safety glasses and take caution when handling a hot soldering iron. If you are new to soldering, you can follow the [linkguide|https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+To+Solder+and+Desolder+Connections/750|How To Solder and Desolder Connections|new_window=true] guide for more in-depth instructions.
Before beginning, make sure to power off your headphones and disconnect from any external power source.