PlayStation 5 (2021 revision) Motherboard Replacement

Written By: David Fear
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PlayStation 5 (2021 revision) Motherboard Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

7

Time Required

45 minutes - 2 hours

Introduction

Follow this guide to remove and replace the motherboard on a PlayStation 5 (2021 revision).

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.

    • If your PlayStation 5 is in its horizontal orientation, skip to Step 6.

    • Work on a flat surface to prevent your PlayStation from falling over.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • Lift the stand straight up to remove it.

    • Flip the device over so that the USB and ethernet ports are on the left side from your perspective.

    • Lift up the corner of the faceplate to unclip it from the case.

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 PlayStation 5 Answers community for help.

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David Fear

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