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Microsoft Xbox Series S Power Supply Repair
Power Supply Repair guide for the Microsoft Xbox Series S
Before you begin
Tools
- TR8 Security Torx screwdriver
- T8 Torx screwdriver
- Precision spudger
- Tweezers
- Anti-static wrist strap
Parts / materials
- Replacement Xbox Series S power supply unit
- Isopropyl alcohol (91%+)
- Lint-free microfiber cloth
Safety
- Disconnect all power cables and peripheral wires from the console before starting disassembly.
- Wait at least 10 minutes after disconnecting power to allow internal high-voltage capacitors to fully discharge.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap grounded to a unpainted metal surface to protect sensitive electronic components.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Peel Back Rear Sticker Covers
2 minUse a spudger to peel away the two adhesive tamper-evident stickers on the back panel to expose the hidden screws.
- 2
Remove Rear Casing Screws
2 minUse a TR8 Security Torx screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the outer plastic casing.
- 3
Slide Off Bottom Plastic Shell
2 minSlide the lower plastic enclosure toward the rear port side and lift it off the internal body.
- 4
Remove Inner Chassis Screws
4 minUse a T8 Torx screwdriver to remove the green and silver screws anchoring the upper case structure.
- 5
Lift Off Upper Plastic Housing
2 minLift the upper plastic body shell straight up to separate it from the inner metal shield.
- 6
Remove Power Supply Screws
3 minLocate and remove the T8 Torx screws securing the power supply unit inside the chassis.
- 7
Disconnect Internal Power Connector
2 minUnplug the power connector cable from the socket on the motherboard.
- 8
Remove Faulty Power Supply
2 minLift the power supply unit straight up out of its designated mounting compartment.
- 9
Position Replacement Power Supply
2 minAlign the new power supply unit with the internal guides and lower it into the compartment.
- 10
Plug In Power Connector
2 minAttach the main power harness firmly into the power supply's connector port.
- 11
Secure Power Supply Screws
3 minReinstall and tighten the T8 Torx screws holding the power supply to the internal frame.
- 12
Lower Upper Plastic Housing
2 minPosition the upper plastic shell back onto the chassis and press down until aligned.
- 13
Fasten Inner Chassis Screws
4 minReinsert and drive in the T8 Torx screws into their matching color-coded holes.
- 14
Reinstall Outer Bottom Shell
2 minAlign the bottom plastic cover with the rear ports and slide it forward into its locking position.
- 15
Reattach Rear Casing Screws
2 minThread and tighten the two TR8 Security Torx screws into the rear panel.
After your Microsoft Xbox Series S power supply repair
Power the Xbox Series 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 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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