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Sony PlayStation 5 Pro Power Supply Repair
Power Supply Repair guide for the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Before you begin
Tools
- Torx TR8 Security screwdriver
- Phillips #1 screwdriver
- Plastic spudger
- Precision tweezers
- Anti-static wrist strap
- Plastic opening picks
Parts / materials
- Replacement PS5 Pro power supply unit
- Isopropyl alcohol (99%)
- Lint-free microfiber cloth
Safety
- Unplug the console and wait at least 10 minutes before disassembling to avoid high-voltage electric shock from internal capacitors.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging sensitive motherboard components.
- Do not bend or force the internal electrical connector pins during PSU removal and insertion.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Unplug and power down the console
10 minDisconnect all cables from the PS5 Pro and wait at least 10 minutes to allow the power supply capacitors to fully discharge.
- 2
Remove the base stand
2 minTwist or unscrew the base stand from the bottom of the console and set it aside.
- 3
Detach the upper outer cover
2 minGently pull the top corner of the upper cover away from the console and slide it toward the bottom to release the latches.
- 4
Detach the lower outer cover
2 minLift the corner of the lower cover and slide it off the chassis to expose the inner frame.
- 5
Unscrew the fan intake guard
3 minUse a Torx TR8 Security screwdriver to remove the screws securing the plastic fan cover panel.
- 6
Disconnect the cooling fan
2 minCarefully pull the fan cable connector straight up from the motherboard socket using precision tweezers.
- 7
Remove the cooling fan
1 minLift the cooling fan assembly straight up and out of the console body.
- 8
Remove the main shield panel screws
5 minUnscrew all designated TR8 Torx and Phillips screws securing the large metal shield plate.
- 9
Lift off the main metal shield
2 minCarefully lift the metal shield plate off the chassis to access the internal power supply module.
- 10
Disconnect the PSU main wire harness
2 minPinch the release latch on the power supply wire harness connector and pull it straight out from the motherboard.
- 11
Remove the power supply retaining screws
3 minUse a TR8 Torx Security screwdriver to remove the long mounting screws securing the power supply unit.
- 12
Extract the power supply unit
2 minGrasp the power supply unit by its outer housing and pull it straight up to disconnect it from the internal prongs.
- 13
Install the replacement power supply
2 minAlign the replacement power supply unit with the internal guides and press it down firmly onto the motherboard prongs.
- 14
Reattach the power supply screws and cable
3 minFasten the retaining screws and plug the wire harness connector firmly back into the motherboard socket.
After your Sony PlayStation 5 Pro power supply repair
Power the PlayStation 5 Pro 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 Sony PlayStation 5 Pro job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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