Xbox Series X (2TB Galaxy Black) Antenna Replacement Guide – Step-by-Step Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 24 Steps
Let’s make sure to power down and unplug all those pesky cables before we dive in!
Ready to tackle the accessory antenna board replacement for your Xbox Series X (2TB Galaxy Black edition)? Awesome! Before diving in, make sure to power down your console completely and disconnect all cables. And hey, while you’re at it, keep those electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety tips in mind to protect your console during the repair. Let’s get started!
Step 1
Alright, champ! First things first, give your device a break and completely power it down. Unplug all cables too, just to be safe. We’re about to get down to business!
Step 2
To make things easier, grab an iOpener or a hair dryer to warm up that sticker before you start peeling it off.
Just peel back the sticker enough to reveal the hidden screw—there’s no need to remove it entirely.
Sure, these are tamper-evident stickers, but no worries—Microsoft can’t void your warranty as long as you don’t cause any damage. Enjoy the repair process!
– Grab a pair of blunt tweezers and gently lift that big ol’ sticker on the back panel to uncover the sneaky second screw hiding underneath!
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Step 3
Remember where everything goes, like a puzzle, so your console stays happy!
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx screwdriver – it’s time to loosen those screws! You’ll find two of them, each 7.4mm long, holding the back panel in place. Give those screws a gentle twist and watch the panel come off.
Step 6
– Grab the back panel at the spot you just opened up and gently pull it up and away from the shell to release those long edges.
– When it’s time to put everything back together, give a little press along the edges of the back panel to snap it back into place.
Step 7
Time to get that back panel in place! Just slide it into the gap at the top of the shell – you got this!
– Give that back panel a little nudge. Tilt it up gently and pull it away from the top edge. It’s like giving it a high five, but with less enthusiasm.
– Now, take that panel off. You got this!
Step 8
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx driver and let’s get to work! Unscrew those three screws holding the fan snugly in place on the center chassis:
– One fabulous 10.5 mm pancake screw
– Two cool 8.8 mm screws
Step 9
Don’t yank those cables like you’re trying to wrestle a wild horse! Gently pull by the connectors, not the wires themselves. We want to keep things tidy and safe, okay?
– Grab the fan cable connector with your fingers or a pair of blunt tweezers. Give it a gentle tug to disconnect it from the center chassis.
– As you put everything back together, make sure to tuck the fan cable under its little guide on the fan housing. That way, the back panel won’t get in the way.
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Step 10
Step 12
Keep that locking tab open while you get the base lined up just right, it’s like holding a door open for your device!
Once everything’s clicked into position, you’ll see the “Hello from Seattle” line perfectly aligned with the edges of the device. It’s all about that symmetry!
– Grab the base and give it a little twist to the left – that’s how you unlock it from the shell!
– Now, go ahead and take that base off.
– When you’re putting it all back together, just drop those base tabs into their cozy little holes on the shell and twist to the right until you hear that satisfying snap as the base locks into place.
Step 13
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx driver and let’s get to work! Carefully unscrew those two 8.8 mm screws that are holding the optical drive’s vibration isolator snugly in place—one’s hanging out on the base, and the other is chillin’ on the top of the isolator. You’ve got this!
Step 14
Those vibration isolators are like little silicone huggers for your optical drive. They’re pretty snug, so you might need to wiggle it a bit to get it off each side.
– Gently lift the optical drive’s vibration isolator to set it free.
– When putting everything back together, make sure to press the vibration isolator down snugly around both edges of the optical drive. It should fit perfectly with the rest of the center chassis!
Step 15
Remember to grab those cables by their connectors, not the wires! It’s like giving them a high-five instead of a squeeze.
– Grab a pair of blunt tweezers and gently pinch the edges of the optical drive power connector. Give it a little lift to disconnect it from the optical drive. You got this!
– Now, using your fingers, simply pull up to detach the data cable from the optical drive. Easy peasy!
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Step 16
If the drive isn’t lined up just right, the top vibration isolator won’t fit like a glove, and the disc reader will be out of sync with the front of the console. Let’s get everything aligned for a smooth operation!
– Grab the top edge of the optical drive and gently pull it out of its cozy spot in the shell. It’s time for a little extraction!
– When you’re putting things back together, make sure to line up the pegs on the bottom edge of the optical drive with the guide holes on the shell’s bottom. It’s like a puzzle piece fitting right in!
Step 17
These little ribbon cables and their connectors are like delicate butterflies. Be super gentle when opening those locking tabs and pulling the cables – slow and steady wins the race!
– Grab your spudger and use the flat end to pop open that metal locking tab on the USB port ribbon cable like you’re flipping a pancake!
– When you’re putting everything back together, give that metal locking tab a gentle snap to secure it in place once the cable is snugly inserted.
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Step 18
Just give that pull tab a gentle tug, and leave the cable alone!
If the USB port cable seems to be stuck to the metal chassis, give it a little warmth with an iOpener or a hair dryer. Depending on your Xbox model, you might also want to gently slide an opening pick under the cable to help break that adhesive bond.
– Grab a trusty pair of tweezers and gently tug on that black plastic pull tab to disconnect the USB port cable. You’ve got this!
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Step 19
Give that pull tab a gentle tug—leave the cable alone, it’s not the star of the show!
Remember, pressing down on the metal tab before pulling the cable is a must. Otherwise, you might end up giving the cable or connector a not-so-fun surprise!
– Grab your trusty spudger and give that metal tab on the side of the power button cable’s board connector a gentle poke. You’ve got this!
– Now that the metal tab is down, it’s time to channel your inner tweezers ninja. Use those tweezers to pull up on the pull tab and disconnect the power button cable from the center chassis. Easy peasy!
– When you’re putting everything back together, listen for that satisfying little ‘snap’ as the cable slides back into place. It’s like a high-five for your hard work!
Step 20
– Grab your trusty T8 Torx driver and take on those three 7.4 mm screws holding the center chassis assembly snug against the shell. You’ve got this!
Step 21
Depending on your Xbox model, you might find the adhesive hanging out on the underside of the cable. If that’s the case, give it a warm welcome with an iOpener or a trusty hair dryer to heat things up a bit.
– Carefully peel the taped USB port ribbon cable away from the heatsink—nice and easy does it!
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Step 22
The center chassis is snugly fitted to the shell using some handy guide pegs. To release the chassis, just give those pegs a little slide out of their cozy slots, and you’ll be ready to lift it right out!
– Grab the center chassis and gently pull it towards the vibrant green fan grille at the top of the shell, letting those guide pegs pop free from their cozy spot in the shell.
– Carefully lift the center chassis assembly out to free it from the shell.
– When it’s time to put everything back together, keep an eye on those delicate ribbon cables! Make sure they don’t get pinched as you lower the center chassis into its happy home in the shell.
Step 23
– Grab your T8 Torx driver and give those three 9.6 mm screws securing the antenna board to the center chassis a good ol’ fashioned loosening.
Step 24
– To put your device back together, just follow these steps in reverse order. That’s it, you’ve got this!
– Recycle responsibly! Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
– Oops, didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or check out our Xbox Series X Answers community for help.
– Cancel: You didn’t finish the guide, but that’s ok!
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