PlayStation 2 Slimline Motherboard Replacement

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Motherboard in the PlayStation 2 Slimline.

1 PlayStation 2 Slimline Motherboard Replacement This guide will show you how to locate and replace the Motherboard in the PlayStation 2 Slimline. Written By: Thomas Sullivan ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 1 of 14

2 TOOLS: Phillips #1 Screwdriver (1) Spudger (1) Tweezers (1) ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 2 of 14

Step 1 Outer Shell Disconnect all cables from the console and

Note: One of the feet is located under the sticker shown in

3 Step 1 Outer Shell Disconnect all cables from the console and flip the unit over to reveal its base. Step 2 Locate the 6 feet on the base of the unit. Pry them off using a spudger to reveal the screws. Note: One of the feet is located under the sticker shown in the photo. Removing this sticker will void any warranty with Sony. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 3 of 14

4 Step 3 Remove all six 4.0 mm screws from the base of the unit using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Step 4 Starting at the corner at which the power and Ethernet ports are located, pry open the outer shell using a spudger and continue around the entire unit. Note: You may use your hands for additional force to separate the two pieces of the outer shell. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 4 of 14

5 Step 5 Fan Locate the fan at the front, left section of the unit. Step 6 Peel off the sticker holding the power cords to the unit. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 5 of 14

6 Step 7 Lift the connector from the motherboard with a pair of tweezers using a firm, upward force. Step 8 Remove all three 1.6 mm screws fastening the fan to the unit using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Gently lift and remove the fan from its compartment. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 6 of 14

7 Step 9 Clock Battery Locate the clock battery at the front, right section of the unit. The battery has a circular shape with red (+) and black (-) wires connecting to the motherboard. Step 10 Lift the connector from the motherboard with a pair of tweezers using a firm, upward force. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 7 of 14

8 Step 11 Gently lift and remove the battery from its compartment using a spudger. Step 12 IR Sensor Locate the IR sensor at the front, right corner of the unit. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 8 of 14

Gripping a ribbon cable anywhere but the provided handles can damage the cable and render the

9 Step 13 Gently detach the ribbon cable connecting the IR sensor to the motherboard. Caution: Always remove ribbon cables by the plastic handles located on either end. Gripping a ribbon cable anywhere but the provided handles can damage the cable and render the component useless. Step 14 Gently lift and remove the IR Sensor from its designated slot. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 9 of 14

It can be identified by the four screws with wide-diameter heads fastening the

10 Step 15 Optical Drive Locate the optical drive which occupies most of the space on the right side of the unit. It can be identified by the four screws with wide-diameter heads fastening the optical drive to the motherboard. Step 16 Remove the four 4.0 mm screws using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 10 of 14

Step 17 Locate the three ribbon cables connecting the optical drive to

Step 18 Gently detach the ribbon cables from the motherboard using a

Note: The ribbon cable in the center must be unlocked by lifting up the

Remember to push the tab down upon re-installation to secure the cable.

11 Step 17 Locate the three ribbon cables connecting the optical drive to the motherboard. Step 18 Gently detach the ribbon cables from the motherboard using a pair of tweezers. Note: The ribbon cable in the center must be unlocked by lifting up the black tab. Remember to push the tab down upon re-installation to secure the cable. Caution: Always remove ribbon cables by the plastic handles located on each end. Gripping a ribbon cable anywhere but the provided handles can damage the cable and render the component useless. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 11 of 14

12 Step 19 Remove any tape fastening the cables to the motherboard and gently lift and remove the optical drive. Step 20 Motherboard Remove the 2.4 mm screw located in between the controller ports using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 12 of 14

13 Step 21 Gently lift and remove the motherboard and chassis from the outer shell. Step 22 There are a total of five 1.6 mm screws which mount the metal chassis to the motherboard. Remove the screw on top and the four screws on the bottom with a #1 Phillips screwdriver. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 13 of 14

14 Step 23 Gently separate the two metal plates from the motherboard. To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. This document was last generated on :49:54 AM. ifixit CC BY-NC-SA Page 14 of 14

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Canon EOS Rebel T4i Motherboard Replacement This guide will show you how to replace the motherboard on your Canon Rebel T4i. Written By: Jordan Rabold ifixit CC BY-NC-SA www.ifixit.com Page 1 of 10 INTRODUCTION