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Follow this guide to add expandable SSD storage to your PlayStation 5.
Before starting this guide, make sure that your M. 2 blade SSD is compatible with Sony’s specifications. The SSD blade seen in the photos is not suitable for the expandable storage slot in the PlayStation 5.
Also, make sure that you have updated your PlayStation has been updated with the latest system software.
Before you begin, completely power down and unplug all cables from your console. Remember to follow general electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures while repairing the console.
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If your PlayStation 5 is in its vertical orientation, flip it upside down so the stand is facing up.
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Use a coin or a flathead screwdriver to remove the 26.5 mm-long stand screw.
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Lift straight up to remove the stand.
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Insert the screw into the cubby on the bottom of the stand.
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Use a pair of tweezers or your fingernail to remove the cap from the cubby.
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Use your finger to press the cap into the screw hole.
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Twist the stand counterclockwise to close the cubby.
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If your PlayStation 5 is in its horizontal orientation, rest it on its face with the charging port facing up.
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Lift the stand straight up to remove it.
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Flip the device over so that the USB and ethernet ports are on the left side from your perspective.
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Lift up the corner of the faceplate to unclip it from the case.
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While lifting up the corner, slide the faceplate towards the bottom of the device.
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Remove the right faceplate.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 17 mm-long SSD cover screw.
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Use your finger to slide the SSD cover towards the top of the device to unclip it from the case.
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Remove the SSD cover.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 11 mm-long SSD screw.
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Use a pair of tweezers to lift and move the spacer to the appropriate slot for your chosen M.2 SSD.
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If your SSD will benefit from a heat sink, follow this guide to install one.
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Insert your SSD at a shallow angle into the M.2 socket.
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Use your finger to press the SSD down until the end sits atop the spacer.
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With the SSD on the spacer, insert the SSD screw through the spacer and screw it into place, securing the end of the SSD.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the 11 mm-long screw to the end of the SSD.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our PlayStation 5 Answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our PlayStation 5 Answers community for help.
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Hello!
The 11m screw that keeps the SSD in place is totally stripped -- any tips for how to remove it? I've tried the rubber band and duct tape over the screw methods, with no luck.
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Very well detailed, thank you!
Follow the English language repair guide.
The Dutch translation needs an update.
