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Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard)

Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard)

Spencer Day

Spencer Day

Dernière mise à jour le February 26, 2025

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Use this guide to replace the motherboard in your Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) gaming console.

You can also use this guide to clean and reapply thermal paste in your Xbox.

Before you begin, completely power down and unplug all cables from your console. Remember to follow general electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures while repairing your console.

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  1. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Uncover the back panel screws: étape 1, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Uncover the back panel screws: étape 1, image 2 de 2
    • Before you begin, completely power down and unplug all cables from your console.

    • Two stickers cover the back panel screws. You can remove the stickers without heating them, though it makes them much easier to remove cleanly.

    • Heat an iOpener and lay it on the smaller sticker near the bottom of the back panel for two minutes.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer to heat the sticker.

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    • Use a pair of angled tweezers to remove the sticker hiding the first screw on the back panel, near the base.

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    • Use an iOpener or hair dryer to heat the larger sticker near the center of the back panel.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to scrape up a corner of the larger sticker until you can grip it with a pair of blunt tweezers.

    • Use blunt tweezers to peel back the sticker to reveal the second screw.

    • You only need to peel this sticker to where you can access the hidden screw. You don't need to pull it completely off.

    • Technically, these are tamper-evident stickers, but don't worry—Microsoft can't legally void your warranty, as long as you don't damage anything. Have fun!

  5. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the back panel screws: étape 5, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the back panel screws: étape 5, image 2 de 2
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    Magnetic Project Mat
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    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from to avoid damaging your console.

    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the two 7.4 mm‑long screws securing the back panel.

  6. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unclip the back panel: étape 6, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unclip the back panel: étape 6, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unclip the back panel: étape 6, image 3 de 3
    • Insert the flat end of a spudger into the gap between the back panel and the shell, near the left side of the base.

    • Pry up the back panel to release it from the locking clips.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger into the gap between the back panel and the shell, near the right side of the base.

    • Pry up the back panel to release it from the locking clips.

  8. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the back panel: étape 8, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the back panel: étape 8, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the back panel: étape 8, image 3 de 3
    • Grip the back panel at the opening you just created and pull it up and away from the shell to unclip the long edges.

    • During reassembly, press along the edges of the back panel to snap it into place.

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    • The back panel slots into a gap at the top of the shell.

    • Tilt the back panel up and pull it away from the top edge of the shell to release it from the gap.

    • Remove the back panel.

  10. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the fan screws: étape 10, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the fan screws: étape 10, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the three screws securing the fan to the center chassis:

    • One 10.3 mm‑long pancake screw

    • Two 9 mm‑long screws

  11. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the fan cable: étape 11, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the fan cable: étape 11, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the fan cable: étape 11, image 3 de 3
    • Use your fingernails or a pair of angled tweezers to firmly grip the edges of the fan cable connector.

    • Grip your tweezers close the connector to get a better grip.

    • Pull the connector straight out of the socket to disconnect it.

    • If you're having trouble, gently rock the connector side to side to loosen it.

    • Always pull cables by their connectors and not the wires themselves.

    • During reassembly, route the fan cable underneath its small cable guide on the fan housing so it doesn't interfere with the back panel.

  12. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the fan: étape 12, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the fan: étape 12, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the fan: étape 12, image 3 de 3
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    • Slide the fan out of its slot to remove it.

    • During reassembly:

    • Before installing the fan, make sure it's clean! Use a dust blower or compressed air to blow off any dust or debris, and wipe the fan clean with a clean cloth.

    • Use a finger to keep the fan blades steady—it makes them easier to clean.

    • Note that the fan can only be installed one way—make sure Master Chief is facing you.

  13. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unlatch the base: étape 13, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unlatch the base: étape 13, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unlatch the base: étape 13, image 3 de 3
    • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up the locking tab holding the base to the shell.

    • Keep the locking tab held open for the next step.

  14. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Twist and remove the base: étape 14, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Twist and remove the base: étape 14, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Twist and remove the base: étape 14, image 3 de 3
    • With the locking tab held open, grip the base and rotate it counterclockwise to unlock it from the shell.

    • Remove the base.

    • During reassembly, put the base tabs into their holes on the shell and twist clockwise until the base snaps into the interior locking tab.

    • When locked in place, the Hello from Seattle line will be parallel with the device's sides.

  15. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the USB port cable: étape 15, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the USB port cable: étape 15, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the USB port cable: étape 15, image 3 de 3
    • The ribbon cables and their connectors are extremely fragile, so always open locking tabs gently and pull cables slowly.

    • Use a spudger to flip open the metal locking tab on the USB port ribbon cable.

    • During reassembly, gently snap the metal locking tab back into place once the cable has been inserted.

  16. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Heat the USB port cable: étape 16, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Heat the USB port cable: étape 16, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Heat the USB port cable: étape 16, image 3 de 3
    • The USB port cable is secured to the chassis with two pieces of mild adhesive.

    • Use an iOpener or a hair dryer to heat the USB port cable.

  17. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Detach the USB port cable: étape 17, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Detach the USB port cable: étape 17, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Detach the USB port cable: étape 17, image 3 de 3
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    • Slide an opening pick under the USB port cable to separate the adhesive securing it.

    • During reassembly, use thin double‑sided adhesive to secure the cable. If there's adhesive left and it's still sticky, you can reuse it. If you have a new cable, check it for pre‑installed adhesive and remove any liners.

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    • Use a pair of tweezers to gently pull up on the black plastic pull tab to disconnect the USB port cable.

    • Pull only on the pull tab, not the cable itself.

    • Move the USB port cable out of the way of the chassis.

  19. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the power button cable: étape 19, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the power button cable: étape 19, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the power button cable: étape 19, image 3 de 3
    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to depress the metal tab on the side of the power button cable's board connector.

    • With the metal tab depressed, use a pair of tweezers to pull up on the pull tab to disconnect the power button cable from the center chassis.

    • Pull only on the pull tab, not the cable itself.

    • Don't pull on the cable without depressing the metal tab, otherwise you risk damaging either the cable or the connector.

    • During reassembly, the cable should lightly "snap" into place when inserted.

  20. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the chassis screws: étape 20, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the chassis screws: étape 20, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the three 7.4 mm‑long green screws securing the center chassis assembly to the shell.

  21. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the chassis: étape 21, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the chassis: étape 21, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the chassis: étape 21, image 3 de 3
    • The center chassis assembly is aligned to the bottom of the shell with guide pegs. These pegs will need to slide out of their slots to allow the chassis to be lifted out.

    • Grip the chassis and pull it towards the top of the shell, uncoupling the guide pegs from the shell.

    • Use two hands to lift out the chassis to remove it from the shell.

    • During reassembly:

    • Make sure neither of the ribbon cables get pinched as you lower the center chassis into the shell.

    • Use the alignment pegs and cutouts to properly orient the chassis in the shell:

    • Two pegs on the chassis with cutouts on the bottom of the shell.

    • Three pegs in the shell with cutouts on the chassis.

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    Outil utilisé dans cette étape :
    Dust Blower
    $4.99
    • Gently place the chassis heatsink-side down on a clean work surface.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to clean the heatsink fins of any dust, dirt, or debris that may have built up over time. Use a dust blower or compressed air to clear out the fins.

  23. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the antenna board screws: étape 23, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the antenna board screws: étape 23, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the three 9.6 mm‑long screws securing the antenna board to the center chassis.

  24. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the accessory antenna board: étape 24, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the accessory antenna board: étape 24, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the accessory antenna board: étape 24, image 3 de 3
    • Grip the top right corner of the antenna board and pull it directly away from the center chassis to disconnect it.

    • During reassembly, align the board's connector with the port on the center chassis and press to reconnect.

  25. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the power cable port: étape 25, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the power cable port: étape 25, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the three screws securing the power cable port to the chassis:

    • Two 13.1 mm‑long screws

    • One 35 mm‑long screw

  26. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 26, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 26, image 2 de 2
    • Lift the power connector out of its recess in the chassis.

  27. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), De-route the power cables: étape 27, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), De-route the power cables: étape 27, image 2 de 2
    • Unlatch and open the lid on the power cable's plastic guide.

  28. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 28, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 28, image 2 de 2
    • Lift the power cable out from underneath the extra section of the cable guide.

  29. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the board shield: étape 29, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the board shield: étape 29, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the ten screws securing the board shield:

    • Seven 8.7 mm‑long screws

    • Two 35 mm‑long screws

    • These screws are very tight and may take significant force to loosen.

    • One 13 mm‑long screw

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    • Hold the power supply cable out of the way and lift the board shield straight up to remove it.

  31. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the power supply cables: étape 31, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the power supply cables: étape 31, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the power supply cables: étape 31, image 3 de 3
    • Open the lid on the power supply's plastic cable guide.

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    • Always pull cables by their connectors and not the wires themselves.

    • Use your fingers to pinch the power supply's 10‑pin power connector, so the locking tab opens outward.

    • With the locking tab open, lift the connector straight up and out of its socket.

  33. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the interconnect cable: étape 33, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the interconnect cable: étape 33, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Disconnect the interconnect cable: étape 33, image 3 de 3
    • Use your fingers to pinch the locking tab in the center of the interconnect cable connector.

    • While pinching the tab, insert the flat end of a spudger between the top of the socket and the connector's tab.

    • Twist the spudger to lift the connector out of its socket until the clip in the center disengages.

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    • Use your fingers to pull the connector straight up and out of its socket.

    • During reassembly, insert the interconnect cable connector into its socket and press down on both edges until the connector snaps into place.

  35. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unlatch the chassis strap: étape 35, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unlatch the chassis strap: étape 35, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Unlatch the chassis strap: étape 35, image 3 de 3
    • Pull the rubber strap down and away from the chassis to unlatch it.

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    • Pull the chassis strap off its three alignment posts and unlatch it from the sides of the power supply.

    • You can leave the strap under the chassis or remove it.

    • During reassembly, make sure the nubs in the middle of the strap go unto their cutouts on the heat sink fins.

  37. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the silver power supply screws: étape 37, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the silver power supply screws: étape 37, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the three 35 mm‑long silver screws from the power supply—leave the fourth black screw in place.

  38. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the center chassis: étape 38, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the center chassis: étape 38, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the center chassis: étape 38, image 3 de 3
    • Grip the edges of the center chassis (not the power supply) and lift it off the motherboard and heatsink assembly, routing the interconnect cable through its cutout.

  39. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the SSD: étape 39, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the SSD: étape 39, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the 5.1 mm‑long screw securing the SSD.

    • With the SSD screw removed, the SSD will pop up at a shallow angle.

  40. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 40, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 40, image 2 de 2
    • Grip the end of the SSD and pull it away from its M.2 board connector to remove it.

    • During reassembly, insert the SSD at a shallow angle into its board connector, and secure it back into its horizontal position with the SSD screw.

  41. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the interconnect cable: étape 41, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the interconnect cable: étape 41, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the interconnect cable: étape 41, image 3 de 3
    • Pinch the locking tab on the interconnect cable on the motherboard and use the flat end of a spudger to disengage the clip.

    • Use your fingers to pull the connector straight up and out of its socket.

    • During reassembly, insert the #1—SOC side of interconnect cable connector into its socket so the locking tab is facing outward. Then, press down on the edges of the connector until it snaps into place.

  42. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the APU tension bracket: étape 42, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the APU tension bracket: étape 42, image 2 de 2
    • Only loosen and tighten the APU tension bracket screws a few turns at a time in an "X" pattern. For example: top left → bottom right → top right → bottom left.

    • Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the four 12.4 mm‑long APU tension bracket screws.

  43. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 43, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 43, image 2 de 2
    • Don't move the APU bracket side to side, or you may damage the delicate surface‑mounted components underneath it. Only lift straight up.

    • Use your fingers to lift the APU bracket straight up and remove it.

    • During reassembly, set the bracket into place so the black pieces of plastic are facing the short edges of the motherboard—the piece of plastic with a circular hole (not oblong) should be closer to the SSD socket. Use this photo as a reference.

  44. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the motherboard: étape 44, image 1 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the motherboard: étape 44, image 2 de 3 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Remove the motherboard: étape 44, image 3 de 3
    • Depending on the condition of the thermal paste and putty, the board may be bonded to the heatsink assembly. If you can't easily remove the board, use a spudger to gently lift the edges of the board to separate it.

    • Use your fingers to lift the motherboard straight up and off the heatsink to remove it.

    • During reassembly, carefully place the board onto the heatsink with the APU facing down. Remember, there's exposed thermal paste on the bottom of the board, so use the alignment pegs to orient it correctly. If you have to reposition the board, it may smear the thermal paste.

  45. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Replace the thermal pads: étape 45, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Replace the thermal pads: étape 45, image 2 de 2
    • Check the condition of the thermal putty—it'll be on the heatsink and/or the motherboard.

    • If any pieces are damaged or dried out, follow the next four steps to remove and replace them.

    • If you're only replacing the thermal paste, skip to this step.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to scrape off the damaged or deteriorated thermal pad.

    • Be careful around any small surface-mounted components that might be hidden under the thermal pad. Work slowly to avoid accidentally prying them off.

  47. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 47, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 47, image 2 de 2
    Outil utilisé dans cette étape :
    Cotton Swabs
    $4.99
    • Use isopropyl alcohol (>90%) and a lint-free microfiber cloth to remove any thermal putty residue.

    • If you have to work near the small resistors, use cotton swabs instead.

  48. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 48, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 48, image 2 de 2
    • To prevent the thermal putty from sticking to your fingers, consider wearing nitrile gloves.

    • Grab a small piece of thermal putty. Refer to the size of the thermal pad you're replacing for how much you need.

  49. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 49, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 49, image 2 de 2
    • Roll the thermal putty into a ball.

    • Place the thermal putty where the damaged thermal pad was, making sure it's centered over the component—in this case a memory chip.

    • Optionally, you can use the flat end of a spudger (or an included applicator) to spread the thermal putty over the surface of the component.

    • When you reattach the heat sink, you'll compress the thermal putty and it'll spread the ball out.

  50. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Replace the thermal paste: étape 50, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Replace the thermal paste: étape 50, image 2 de 2
    Outil utilisé dans cette étape :
    Cotton Swabs
    $4.99
    • Apply a few drops of isopropyl alcohol (>90%) to the processor and use a coffee filter or a lint-free cloth to wipe away any residue.

    • If you have to work near the small resistors, use cotton swabs instead.

  51. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 51, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard): étape 51, image 2 de 2
    • Repeat the previous step for the thermal paste on the heat sink.

    • You can use a spudger to scrape off the thermal paste on the heat sink if it's too dried out.

  52. Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Apply the thermal paste: étape 52, image 1 de 2 Xbox Series X (Digital Edition) Motherboard Removal (Motherboard), Apply the thermal paste: étape 52, image 2 de 2
    • Apply a small bead of thermal paste to the center of the APU.

    • Follow this guide in reverse order starting with this step to reattach the heat sink. Placing the heat sink back on the processor will evenly spread the thermal paste (and thermal putty if applicable) and bond both parts together.

Conclusion

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 Answers community for help.

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