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Microsoft Xbox One S Power Supply Repair
Power Supply Repair guide for the Microsoft Xbox One S
Before you begin
Tools
- TR10 Torx Security screwdriver
- T8 Torx screwdriver
- Plastic spudger
- Precision tweezers
- Plastic opening picks
- Anti-static wrist strap
Parts / materials
- Replacement internal power supply module
- Isopropyl alcohol (99%)
- Microfiber cloth
Safety
- Ensure the AC power cord is fully unplugged before starting disassembly.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap to avoid electrostatic discharge damage.
- Do not open or puncture the sealed internal power supply housing.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Pry Off Bottom Plastic Panel
3 minInsert a plastic opening pick into the seam along the bottom panel and pop the clips loose. Gently slide the panel off to expose the inner chassis screws.
- 2
Remove Outer Case Screws
4 minUse a TR10 Torx Security screwdriver to remove the green and silver screws securing the inner metal chassis. Keep the screws organized by length and color.
- 3
Lift Off Upper Plastic Case
2 minFlip the console right side up and pull the upper plastic housing straight off the metal chassis. Set the plastic shell aside.
- 4
Remove Lower Metal Shielding
3 minRemove the remaining TR10 chassis screws securing the bottom metal casing. Lift the metal tray away from the internal assembly.
- 5
Disconnect Wi-Fi Board Cable
2 minUnplug the thin Wi-Fi interconnect cable from the motherboard connector to prevent snagging during component removal.
- 6
Lift Out Optical Drive
3 minGently tilt the disc drive up, then disconnect the SATA data and power cables from the rear of the drive. Lift the drive out of the console.
- 7
Remove Hard Drive Assembly
3 minDisconnect the SATA cables attached to the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket. Lift the entire hard drive assembly straight up.
- 8
Unplug Power Cable from Motherboard
2 minSqueeze the locking tab on the main internal power cable connector and pull it out of the motherboard socket.
- 9
Remove AC Port Screw
2 minRemove the single T8 Torx screw holding the AC power inlet socket to the rear metal frame.
- 10
Lift Out Damaged Power Supply
2 minLift the internal power supply module straight up out of the chassis while routing the cable clear of the motherboard.
- 11
Seat New Power Supply Unit
3 minLower the replacement power supply into the mounting bracket inside the metal chassis. Ensure the AC socket aligns with the rear cutout.
- 12
Secure AC Power Plug
2 minReinstall the T8 Torx screw to lock the AC power socket firmly against the rear chassis frame.
- 13
Connect Power Harness to Motherboard
2 minPlug the main power cable connector firmly into the motherboard socket until the locking tab clicks.
- 14
Reinstall Drive Assemblies
4 minReconnect and seat both the hard drive assembly and optical drive back into their respective chassis slots.
- 15
Reassemble Metal and Plastic Casing
5 minLower the metal tray back over the components, secure all TR10 screws, and snap the outer plastic panels back into position.
After your Microsoft Xbox One S power supply repair
Power the Xbox One S back on and test the power supply 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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