How to Replace Xbox Series X Cooling Fan DIY Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 10 Steps
Time to give your device a little break! Power it down and unplug all those cables like a pro.
Ready to give your Xbox Series X a breath of fresh air? This guide will walk you through swapping out that worn-out cooling fan. Got a fan that’s more dust bunny than cool breeze? No problem! We’ll help you clean it up too. Before diving in, make sure to power down your console and unplug all the cables – safety first! And don’t forget to keep those electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions in mind while you work your magic.
Step 1
Alright, before we dive in, make sure to power down your console completely and unplug all those pesky cables. Let’s keep things safe and sound!
– Grab a trusty pair of tweezers and gently peel away the sticker that’s keeping the first screw on the back panel under wraps, right near the base. You’ve got this!
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Step 2
To make sticker removal a breeze, grab an iOpener or a hair dryer to give it a little warmth.
Just peel back the sticker until you can see the hidden screw—no need to rip it off completely.
Sure, these are tamper-evident stickers, but no worries—Microsoft can’t void your warranty as long as you keep everything intact. Enjoy the process!
– Grab a set of blunt tweezers and gently lift that big sticker on the back panel. It’s hiding the second screw just waiting to be discovered!
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Step 3
While you’re diving into this repair adventure, don’t forget to keep a close eye on those screws! Make sure they return to their original homes to keep your console happy and healthy.
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx driver and get ready to unleash your inner tech wizard! Carefully remove those two 7.4 mm-long screws holding the back panel in place. You’ve got this!
Step 4
– Slide the flat end of your trusty spudger into the little gap between the back panel and the shell, just a smidge to the left side of the base.
– Gently lift the back panel to pop it free from those pesky locking clips.
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Step 5
– Gently slide the flat end of a spudger into the little space between the back panel and the shell, right over on the base’s right side.
– Carefully pry up the back panel to pop it free from those pesky locking clips.
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Step 6
– Grab the back panel at the opening you’ve just made and gently lift it up and away from the shell to release those long edges.
– When you’re putting it back together, give those edges a little press to click the back panel right into place.
Step 7
The back panel fits snugly into a little groove at the top of the shell.
– Gently tilt the back panel upwards and give it a little pull away from the top edge of the shell to free it from its snug spot.
– Carefully take off the back panel.
Step 8
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx driver and let’s tackle those three screws holding the fan snugly in place on the center chassis:
– One delightful 10.5 mm pancake screw
– Two reliable 8.8 mm screws
Step 9
When handling those cables, give a gentle tug on the connectors, not the wires. Your devices will thank you for it!
– Gently take hold of the fan cable connector with your fingers or a trusty pair of blunt tweezers and give it a little tug upwards to disconnect it from the center chassis. You got this!
– When it’s time to put everything back together, make sure to tuck the fan cable under its tiny cable guide on the fan housing. This way, it won’t mess with the back panel. Keep it neat and tidy!
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Step 10
When swapping out the fan, keep in mind that your new fan may not come with the plastic installation bracket. This little piece is held on by four T10 Torx screws, and you won’t find it in this guide, so make sure to check your old fan before diving in! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Gently slide the fan out of its cozy spot to set it free.
– When it’s time to bring the fan back home, remember it only fits one way—make sure Master Chief is looking right at you!
