Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Chassis Removal

Written By: Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
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Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Chassis Removal

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

7

Time Required

No estimate

Introduction

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    • The ribbon cables and their connectors are extremely fragile, so always open locking tabs gently and pull cables slowly.

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to flip open the metal locking tab on the USB port ribbon cable.

    • During reassembly, gently snap the metal locking tab back into place once the cable has been inserted.

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    • Use a pair of tweezers to pull up on the black plastic pull tab to disconnect the USB port cable.

    • Pull only on the pull tab, not the cable itself.

    • If the USB port cable feels adhered to the metal chassis, use an apply an iOpener or hair dryer to heat the cable. Depending on your model of Xbox, you may also need to slide an opening pick under the cable to separate the adhesive.

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    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to depress the metal tab on the side of the power button cable's board connector.

    • With the metal tab depressed, use a pair of tweezers to pull up on the pull tab to disconnect the power button cable from the center chassis.

    • Pull only on the pull tab, not the cable itself.

    • Don't pull on the cable without depressing the metal tab, otherwise you risk damaging either the cable or the connector.

    • During reassembly, the cable should lightly "snap" into place when inserted.

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    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the three 7.4 mm screws securing the center chassis assembly to the shell.

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    • Gently peel the taped USB port ribbon cable off of the heatsink.

    • Depending on your model of Xbox, the adhesive may be on the underside of the cable. If so, use an iOpener or hair dryer to heat the cable.

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    • The center chassis assembly is aligned to the bottom of the shell with guide pegs. These pegs will need to slide out of their slots to allow the chassis to be lifted out.

    • Grip the chassis and pull it towards the top of the shell, uncoupling the guide pegs from the shell.

    • Use two hands to lift out the chassis to remove it from the shell.

    • During reassembly, make sure neither of the ribbon cables get pinched as you lower the center chassis into the shell.

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    • Gently place the chassis heatsink-side down on a clean work surface.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to clean the heatsink fins of any dust, dirt, or debris that may have built up over time. Use a dust blower or compressed air to clear out the fins.

Conclusion

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

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