How to Add a Disc Drive to Your PlayStation 5 Pro

Written By: Spencer Day

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How to Add a Disc Drive to Your PlayStation 5 Pro

Difficulty

Very easy

Steps

Time Required

5 - 10 minutes

Introduction

Follow this guide to add a disc drive to your PlayStation 5 Pro. Be aware that you'll need a new console cover that will fit over the drive.

Adding a disc drive to your PS5 Pro allows you to play disc-based games, Blu-rays, or DVDs.

An internet connection is required to set up and pair your new disc drive.

Step 1

Before starting your repair:
Shut down your PlayStation and unplug all cables and accessories.
Remove any stands supporting your console and lay it down so the right side is facing up.

Step 2

The cover is secured with hooks along the back edge and clips along the front edge.
Firmly pull up the front edge of the larger, lower cover to release the clips.
You'll hear distinct "pops" as the clips disengage.
To reinstall the cover, place the hooks into their cutouts along the rear edge and firmly press the front edge of the cover into place to re‑engage the three clips.

Step 3

This step shows you how to install a disc drive, which is just secured with hooks and a socket—innovative!
Place the hooks on the drive's left edge into their cutouts on the frame and lay the drive onto your PlayStation.
Firmly press the right edge into place so the disc drive connector slides into its socket on the bottom right corner.
The drive should click into place.

We really need to know a part # or approximation for the disk drive that may be compatible. As far as I understood it the PS5 Pro only had the option for a private external officially signed disk drive.

Additionally, could you recommend a replacement shell as the PS5 PRO’s original shell wouldn’t have the additional space needed to accommodate the new drive.

Scott Martin -

Hi Scott! Here is Sony's official replacement part (compatible with the PS5 Slim or Pro). It also comes with a new shell that will accommodate the disc drive.

Spencer Day -