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Prepare your device
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Unplug any cables connected to your Steam Deck.
+ | [title] Prepare your device |
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+ | [* black] Unplug any cables connected to your Steam Deck. |
+ | [* icon_caution] Turn on your Steam Deck and allow the battery to ***discharge below 5%*** before starting your repairs, as a charged lithium-ion polymer battery can be dangerous if accidentally punctured. |
+ | [* icon_note] Put your Steam Deck into ***battery storage mode*** within the BIOS. [guide|149962|Read how to do that here]. |
+ | [* icon_caution] If you have a microSD card installed, ***make sure to remove it*** before opening the Steam Deck. If you attempt to remove the back cover with it still installed, [post|744361|it could snap right in half|new_window=true]. |
+ | [* icon_note] Pro tip: it can be helpful to lay the Steam Deck face-down into its case to protect the thumbsticks and prevent wobble. |
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