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Playstation Classic Open Button Replacement

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      • Flip the console so its back is facing up.

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      • Remove the five 8mm screws using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

      • Make sure to keep your screws together in a secure location to avoid misplacement.

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      • Remove the back plate from the rest of the console using your hands or the Jimmy tool.

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      • Unscrew the motherboard's four 6mm screws with the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

      • Be careful not to apply too much force. The motherboard is flimsy and easy to break.

      • Keep track of your screws once they are removed.

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      • Carefully remove the motherboard from the the rest of the console using your hands or the Jimmy tool.

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      • The motherboard is connected to its metal protective casing with sticky pads. No tools are required to remove it.

      • Pull the metal casing off the motherboard.

      • Remember to be gentle when handling the motherboard.

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      • Remove the motherboard using the previous guide and isolate the top shell of the casing.

      • Use the Spudger to apply pressure inwards on the three plastic clips highlighted in the red circles.

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      • After all three clips are pushed in, apply pressure on the cylindrical piece circled in red.

      • Push softly on the button till a small gap is created on the other side.

      • You are not trying to fully remove the Open Button in this step.

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      • Use the black spudger to softly pry out the open button from the top of the casing.

      • Once enough of a gap has been created, use your fingers to grab and slowly remove the open piece.

      • An unrestrained spring is under the open button and can fall out easily. To avoid losing the spring, complete this step on a flat surface and be gentle while removing the open button.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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