iFixit PlayStation 3 User guide

Brand: iFixit

Model: PlayStation 3

Type: User guide

iFixit PlayStation 3: a comprehensive guide to dismantling and reassembling your console. With step-by-step instructions and detailed images, this manual empowers you to perform various repairs and upgrades. Whether you're a seasoned technician or a curious explorer, iFixit PlayStation 3 equips you with the knowledge and tools to extend the lifespan of your console.

iFixit PlayStation 3: a comprehensive guide to dismantling and reassembling your console. With step-by-step instructions and detailed images, this manual empowers you to perform various repairs and upgrades. Whether you're a seasoned technician or a curious explorer, iFixit PlayStation 3 equips you with the knowledge and tools to extend the lifespan of your console.

PlayStation 3 Super Slim Teardown - Video

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PlayStation 3 super slim - how to fully disassemble.

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INTRODUCTION

PlayStation 3 super slim - how to fully disassemble.

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TOOLS:

TR8 Torx Security Screwdriver (1)

Phillips #1 Screwdriver (1)

Phillips #00 Screwdriver (1)

iFixit Opening Tool (1)

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Step 1 — PlayStation 3 Super Slim Teardown - Video tutorial

Remove the three rubber feet, warranty sticker and four screws.

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Gently pull up on the bottom cover to remove it.

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Step 2

Slide the HDD cover toward the rear of the device to remove it.

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Remove the blue screw shown to remove the HDD caddy with a #1 Phillips.

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Remove the 3 chassis screws with a TR8 Bit.

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Step 3

Use a metal spudger to push the tab on the rear top finisher, and lift up to remove it.

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Step 4

Repeat step 3 for the front top finisher.

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Step 5

Remove the two TR8 screws indicated in the disk reader.

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Remove the five Phillips #1 screws shown around the edge of the top cover.

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Lift the top cover up to remove it.

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Step 6

Move the optical disk reader assembly to the left to expose one of the screws holding the power

supply in.

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Remove the two Phillip #1 screws indicated and carefully disconnect the cable on the right side of

the power supply.

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Lift the power supply straight up to remove it.

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The left side has a board connector underneath, so there will be some resistance when lifting.

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Step 7

Carefully disconnect the ribbon cables indicated.

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Lift the optical disk reader up to remove it.

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Disconnect and remove the white cable and ribbon cable indicated.

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Step 8

Remove the seven Phillips #1 screws indicated.

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Lift the motherboard assembly up out of the lower half of the case to remove it.

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Carefully disconnect the Wi-Fi antenna cables and fan connector indicated by red arrows.

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

Step 9

Remove the six Phillip #1 screws indicated to separate the heatsink and shield from the

motherboard.

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Step 10

Congrats!

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iFixit PlayStation 3 User guide

Brand: iFixit

Model: PlayStation 3

Type: User guide

iFixit PlayStation 3: a comprehensive guide to dismantling and reassembling your console. With step-by-step instructions and detailed images, this manual empowers you to perform various repairs and upgrades. Whether you're a seasoned technician or a curious explorer, iFixit PlayStation 3 equips you with the knowledge and tools to extend the lifespan of your console.

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