DIY PlayStation 4 Pro Optical Drive Replacement Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 16 Steps
Ready to tackle the optical drive in your PlayStation 4 Pro? It’s a bit of a journey since this is one of the last pieces that comes out, meaning almost everything else has to go first. This guide walks you through a good chunk of disassembly, so roll up your sleeves and prepare to void that warranty. Let’s get started!
Step 1
– Turn the console over.
– Use your fingers to gently pop off the plastic cover over the hard drive.
Step 2
– Grab your Phillips #1 Screwdriver and pop out that lone screw holding the hard drive caddy in place.
– Gently pull the hard drive caddy straight out.
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Step 3
Feel free to put some muscle into it—your console can handle a bit of tough love!
– Flip the console so it’s sitting upright.
– Grab onto the two corners at the front of the device like you’re about to give it a gentle hug.
– Pull those corners upward until you hear a satisfying click—don’t worry, that’s what we want!
– Once both corners are free, slide the cover back and lift it off like you’re unveiling something amazing.
Step 4
– Grab your trusty (https://pollinations.ai/referral?topic=t8_torx_screwdriver) and remove five screws from the back of the device. You’ve got this!
– Gently lift the metal plate off like you’re unveiling a surprise. Careful now!
– Look for those two 31mm screws—let’s get them out of the way.
– For our 7000 models, you’ll need to tackle three 10mm screws. If you’re working on a (https://pollinations.ai/referral?topic=ps4_pro), just remove those two gray 10mm screws (the upper and lower ones shown in the illustration). Easy peasy!
Step 5
– Alright, let’s flip that console over so the bottom is facing up, shall we?
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx Security screwdriver and get ready to tackle those three black 7mm screws on the back panel for the 7000-series models. If you’re working with a 7100-series model, just focus on the middle screw and the warranty sticker to the left.
– Now, it’s time to remove the bottom cover just like you did with the top cover. Hold onto the cover with both hands and give it a gentle pull until you hear that satisfying click. Then, slide it off! And for those with 7100-series models, keep an eye out for the two clips that take the place of the screws.
Step 6
7200-series models have an extra 13 screws (4mm) hanging around the top and right side of the metal plate. Look out for the ones marked with a triangle—pretty neat, huh? This might also apply to other models, so keep your eyes peeled!
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx security screwdriver and let’s tackle those eleven 10mm silver screws holding the metal plate in place. You’ve got this!
– Next up, switch to a Phillips #1 screwdriver and remove those eleven 4mm black screws from the metal plate. Easy peasy!
– Now, take a spudger and gently disconnect the three antenna cables (two black and one white) by prying them straight up from their sockets. Just a little finesse and you’ll be golden!
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Step 7
– Gently wiggle the white fan connector and pull it straight out of the yellow mount on the motherboard. You’ve got this!
Step 8
Hey there! Remember to lift the tab before giving that big blue cable a tug. Pulling on it without lifting can lead to a bit of chaos with the connection. Let’s keep everything in tip-top shape!
– Yank out those five tiny, blue low-profile cables connected to the metal plate.
– Flip up the retaining flap on that ZIF connector of the big ribbon cable.
– Gently unplug the big ribbon cable from its socket.
Step 9
– Lift up that metal plate and whisk it away like a pro!
Step 10
Take it easy and don’t yank too hard; there’s still a sneaky connection holding things together at one spot.
– Flip that console over to get to the top side—time to tackle the next step!
– Lift up the (https://pollinations.ai/referral?topic=power_supply) and rest it gently on the console for now.
– Grab the connector behind the power supply with a firm grip and pull it straight out—nice and steady does the trick!
Step 11
For those working on the 7200-series model, this metal plate might already be out of the picture because you’ve removed the bigger motherboard plate earlier on. If so, you can skip this step!
– Flip that console over gently so the bottom side is looking up at you.
– Grab your trusty Phillips #1 screwdriver and unscrew those eight 4mm screws holding down the metal plate with the funky X-like design.
– With a plastic opening tool, carefully pop off that X-shaped metal plate like a pro.
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Step 12
For 7200-series models, you’ve got an S-shaped metal plate with 2 screws to handle.
– Grab a Phillips #1 screwdriver and take out the four 13mm screws securing the X-shaped metal plate underneath.
– Lift the X-shaped retaining bracket straight up.
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Step 13
– Grab the edge of the motherboard firmly and gently lift it up and out of the device—nice and steady does the trick!
– When you’re putting it back together, follow this guide to spread a fresh layer of thermal paste between the motherboard and the metal plate underneath for a snug fit.
Step 14
– Grab your trusty Phillips #1 screwdriver and pop out the two 6 mm silver screws from the metal plate.
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Step 15
– Gently lift the metal plate that’s linked to the heat pipe straight up to set it free.
Step 16
– Grab your trusty Phillips #0 screwdriver and let’s tackle those four screws together!
– Now, take hold of the optical drive and give it a gentle lift to set it free.
– Don’t forget about that one 30 mm screw—it’s a little guy, but it matters!
– And keep an eye out for three 6mm screws; they’re waiting to be removed too!
