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title: "Switching Out a Broken Panasonic DECT Base in 8x8 Admin Console"
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# Switching Out a Broken Panasonic DECT Base in 8x8 Admin Console

## Objective

Replace a broken or non-functioning base for a Panasonic DECT phone.

## Applies To

- Panasonic KX-TPA60

## Procedure

1. Log in to Admin Console.
2. Select **Users**.
3. To the right of the user allocated to Port 1 in the current base, select **Edit**.
4. Select the handset from the **Device** list.
5. Select **Add new base** from the **Base Device** list.
6. Select the base type and give it a name.
7. Follow the instructions to activate your device before the first use.
8. Click **Save**.

## Additional Information

Also see [Switching Out a Broken Panasonic DECT Handset](/support/docs/switching-out-a-broken-panasonic-dect-handset).