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Microsoft Xbox Series S Motherboard Repair
Motherboard Repair guide for the Microsoft Xbox Series S
Before you begin
Tools
- T8 Security Torx screwdriver
- T10 Torx screwdriver
- Precision tweezers
- Plastic opening tool
- Soldering iron
- Desoldering braid
- Anti-static wrist strap
Parts / materials
- High-grade thermal paste
- Isopropyl alcohol (90%+)
- Rosin flux
- Lint-free microfiber wipes
Safety
- Ensure the console is completely unplugged from power and external accessories before starting.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap to avoid damaging delicate integrated circuits with electrostatic discharge.
- Work in a well-ventilated area when using soldering tools and flux.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Remove the rear warranty stickers
2 minUse precision tweezers to peel off the two tamper-evident stickers on the back of the console to reveal the hidden screws.
- 2
Unfasten the outer shell screws
3 minUse a T8 Security Torx screwdriver to remove the two screws located behind the rear sticker positions.
- 3
Slide off the outer casing
2 minGently slide the white outer enclosure backward and lift it off the internal metal chassis.
- 4
Remove the chassis top shield screws
4 minUse a T10 Torx screwdriver to remove all outer perimeter screws securing the top metal plate.
- 5
Lift off the metal top shield
2 minStraight-lift the top metal RF shield off the assembly to expose the internal components.
- 6
Disconnect the Wi-Fi board
3 minRemove the securing screws on the Wi-Fi module, detach its antenna cable, and lift the board out.
- 7
Unplug the power supply cable
2 minFirmly pull the main power cable connector straight up out of its motherboard socket.
- 8
Lift out the power supply
3 minUnscrew the power supply retaining screws and lift the internal power block clear of the chassis.
- 9
Disconnect the cooling fan
3 minUnplug the fan power connector from the motherboard and remove its mounting bracket screws.
- 10
Lift out the cooling fan
2 minLift the main fan assembly straight up and out of the heatsink housing.
- 11
Detach the heatsink retention screws
4 minUnscrew the spring-loaded T10 screws securing the heatsink to the motherboard frame in an alternating pattern.
- 12
Remove the heatsink assembly
3 minCarefully twist and lift the heatsink to break the thermal paste bond over the APU.
- 13
Extract the motherboard screws
4 minRemove the remaining T8 screws anchoring the motherboard circuit board to the bottom metal casing.
- 14
Lift the motherboard from the chassis
3 minAngle the motherboard slightly upward and slide it out of the rear I/O port cutouts.
- 15
Inspect and service motherboard components
15 minApply flux and use a soldering iron or desoldering braid to replace damaged components or ports on the board.
After your Microsoft Xbox Series S motherboard repair
Power the Xbox Series S back on and test the motherboard 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 Series 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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