DIY Microsoft Kinect LED Replacement Guide: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 14 Steps
Is your Kinect’s LED giving you the evil eye? Never fear! This guide will walk you through the steps to replace that rebellious little light.
Step 1
Keep it cool! Overheating can fry those important inner bits.
Removing the adhesive might take a bit of elbow grease, but don’t worry, it’s doable! Try applying some heat to loosen it up – it’ll make the process a whole lot easier.
– Let’s get started by removing the two plastic strips from the bottom of the main Kinect housing. Use the sharper side of your trusty metal spudger to gently pry them off.
– Next, peel off the two Xbox 360 stickers from the bottom of the case. This will reveal two hidden screws that we’ll need to access in the next step.
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Step 2
– Time to bust out the trusty screwdriver! Take off those six 12mm T10 Torx screws, and let’s see what’s inside this gadget!
Step 3
When it’s time to unplug the fan, remember to gently pull on the white connector at the end of the wire. This will help you avoid any accidental breaks, and you’ll be back to repairing in no time!
– Let’s get started by carefully removing the top portion of the case from the rest of the body – it’s the first step to getting your device up and running again.
– Next, gently detach the side portions of the case from the body. Take your time and make sure everything is properly disconnected.
– Now it’s time to tackle the fan piece. Remove it from the side of the body and don’t forget to unplug it from the logic board to fully remove it. If you’re not comfortable with this step, remember that you can always schedule a repair if you need help.
Step 4
The bottom of the case can be a bit stubborn to remove if there’s leftover adhesive stuck to it. Don’t worry, just apply some gentle heat and carefully wiggle the case out – it should come loose with a little patience.
– Now, gently slide that bottom part of the case right out from under the body. Easy peasy!
Step 5
– Take off the four 7mm T10 Torx screws—two on each side of that metal body. You’re almost there, just give it a little twist!
Step 6
– First, carefully remove the front part of the case that houses the camera lenses – it’s time to get up close and personal with your device’s inner workings!
– Next, locate the LED component, which is attached to the front portion of the case. To set it free, simply pull it out of its plastic connector – easy does it!
Step 8
Gently pull out the cable – we don’t want any accidents!
– Now it’s time to get a little creative – carefully remove the microphone panel and gently thread the cable that was connected to the motherboard through the hole on the camera panel. Take your time and make sure everything is lined up nicely.
Step 9
– Loosen up by removing those seven 6.5mm T10 Torx screws! You’ve got this!
Step 10
– First up, gently detach the bridge that’s connecting the first and second layers of the motherboard. It’s like giving it a little high-five!
– Now, carefully lift off the first layer of the motherboard. You’re doing great!
Step 11
– Let’s get started by disconnecting the LED cable from the motherboard. Simply unplug it to begin the repair process.
Step 12
– Let’s get started by removing the three 16.5mm screws – grab your trusty 5mm Nut Driver and get to work!
– Next, take out the one 6.5mm T10 Torx screw, easy does it!
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Step 13
– Gently detach those three ribbon cables. They’re just sitting there, waiting for their time to shine!
– Next up, carefully unplug the left-most camera from the motherboard. Treat it like the precious little gem it is!
Step 14
– Carefully slide the LED out from the front of the metal casing. It should come out without any fuss!
Success!
