How To Replace Xbox Series X Back Panel Step-By-Step Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 7 Steps
Time to hit the pause button! Make sure to power down and unplug all those pesky cables.
Ready to tackle the back panel of your Xbox Series X? Let’s do this! First things first, make sure to power down your console completely and unplug all those cables. Safety first, right? Don’t forget to follow the electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety tips while you’re getting your repair groove on. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
Hey there! Before diving in, make sure to power down your console completely and unplug all those pesky cables. Let’s keep it safe and sound!
– Grab a trusty pair of tweezers and gently pull off the sticker that’s keeping the first screw on the back panel under wraps, right near the base.
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Step 2
To make the sticker removal a breeze, warm it up with an iOpener or a hair dryer.
Just peel the sticker enough to reveal the hidden screw. No need to yank it off completely!
These stickers are tamper-evident, but don’t sweat it— Microsoft can’t void your warranty as long as you keep everything intact. Enjoy the process!
– Grab a pair of blunt tweezers and gently lift that big sticker on the back panel to uncover the elusive second screw!
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Step 3
As you dive into this repair adventure, keep an eye on every screw and remember to place them back in their original homes. This way, your console stays safe and sound! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx driver and get ready to tackle those two 7.4 mm-long screws holding the back panel in place. You’ve got this!
Step 4
– Slide the flat edge of your trusty spudger into that little gap between the back panel and the shell, right by the left side of the base. You’ve got this!
– Gently lift the back panel to free it from those sneaky locking clips. Easy peasy!
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Step 5
– Gently slide the flat edge of your trusty spudger into the little gap between the back panel and the shell, right around the right side of the base. You’ve got this!
– Now, give that back panel a little nudge to pop it free from those pesky locking clips. It’s all about that gentle persuasion!
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Step 6
– Grab the back panel at the opening you’ve just made and gently lift it up while pulling it away from the shell to free those long edges.
– When putting it back together, give those edges a nice press to snap the back panel securely into place.
Step 7
Just tuck that back panel into the cozy little gap at the top of the shell, and you’re all set! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Gently tilt the back panel upwards and give it a little tug away from the top edge of the shell to free it from its snug spot.
– Carefully take off the back panel.
