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Microsoft Xbox One S Disc Drive Repair
Disc Drive Repair guide for the Microsoft Xbox One S
Before you begin
Tools
- TR10 Torx security screwdriver
- TR8 Torx security screwdriver
- Plastic spudger
- Plastic opening picks
- Tweezers
- Precision screwdriver set
Parts / materials
- High-concentration isopropyl alcohol (90%+)
- Cotton swabs
- Compressed air dust blower
Safety
- Ensure the console is completely unplugged from power before opening.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap to protect internal circuits from electrostatic discharge.
- Do not look directly into the optical laser lens while testing power.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Disconnect All Console Cables
1 minUnplug the power cord, HDMI cable, and any attached accessories from the rear of the Xbox One S.
- 2
Pry Off Lower Plastic Casing
4 minInsert a plastic spudger into the seam along the bottom rear edge and pop open the locking tabs.
- 3
Remove Outer Bottom Panel
2 minSlide the lower outer plastic shell off the chassis to expose the internal metal case.
- 4
Remove Green Chassis Screws
5 minUse a TR10 Torx screwdriver to remove the long labeled screws securing the internal steel enclosure.
- 5
Separate Upper Housing
2 minLift the top white plastic outer cover away from the internal metal chassis assembly.
- 6
Remove Top Metal Shield Plate
2 minLift the flat steel shielding plate straight off the console frame to expose the disc drive.
- 7
Disconnect Disc Drive Power Cable
2 minGently unplug the multi-pin power wiring harness from the back of the optical drive.
- 8
Disconnect Disc Drive SATA Cable
2 minPull the ribbon-style SATA data cable straight out from the rear connector of the optical drive.
- 9
Lift Disc Drive Out
2 minRemove the optical disc drive assembly from the console chassis and place it on a clean workspace.
- 10
Remove Drive Enclosure Screws
3 minUse a TR8 Torx screwdriver to remove the four metal cover screws on the optical drive casing.
- 11
Remove Drive Top Lid
2 minLift off the metal top plate of the disc drive to gain access to the laser assembly and feed gears.
- 12
Clean Optical Laser Lens
3 minLightly dab a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol onto the optical reader lens to remove dust.
- 13
Inspect Mechanical Gears
3 minRotate the internal white plastic eject gears manually to verify there are no cracked teeth or jams.
- 14
Reattach Drive Top Lid
3 minFit the metal casing back over the optical drive assembly and tighten the four TR8 screws.
- 15
Set Drive in Chassis
2 minLower the repaired disc drive back onto its rubber dampening pegs in the internal tray.
- 16
Reconnect Drive Cables
2 minPlug both the SATA data cable and power harness firmly back into the rear of the optical drive.
- 17
Reinstall Metal Shield
4 minPlace the steel top shield over the internal components and secure it using the TR10 Torx screws.
- 18
Snap Outer Shell Together
3 minAlign the white outer plastic panels and press firmly along the edges until all clips click shut.
After your Microsoft Xbox One S disc drive repair
Power the Xbox One S back on and test the disc drive repair function before you put every screw away. Check touch/display response, charging, cameras, buttons, and wireless as relevant to this repair. If something fails after closing the device, reopen carefully and reseat the connectors for this Microsoft Xbox One S job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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