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Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement

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  1. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: passo 1, immagine 1 di 2 Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Hard Drive: passo 1, immagine 2 di 2
    • Grasp the hard drive assembly and press the release button while lifting its front edge.

    • Remove the hard drive assembly from the top vent.

    WARNING: Just replacing the drive will not make it work correctly. Microsoft has married the drives to the motherboard. Hence, in order to get full operation out of the drive you'll have to perform more steps not listed here. Search in the FAQ on this specific topic for more details. Otherwise, before buying a new drive, try cleaning the inside of the old one and/or replace the belt involved in opening and closing the drive door.

    - Good Luck

    Eric - Replica

    Thanks..helped!

    joseph zulu - Replica

    bress the button and lift with the same hand! i thought mine was stuck because of this pic!!!

    Maths with Luigi - Replica

  2. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Bottom Vent: passo 2, immagine 1 di 1
    Attrezzo utilizzato in questo passaggio:
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    • Stand the console vertically with the bottom edge facing up.

    • Throughout the following opening procedure, the finger of an Xbox 360 opening tool can be used in place of a spudger.

    • Insert the flat end of a spudger or the edge of an Xbox 360 opening tool into the small gap at the front edge of the bottom vent.

    • Pry the front edge of the bottom vent away from the faceplate.

    You can avoid this step by pulling the front cover off. Just make sure you don't break the springs for the USB bay area.

    Repair Doctor - Replica

    Hello, thank you ifix for this guide, I followed this guide, I got stuck at some point but I resolved it. Also I want to share this resource: Step by Step guide to fix Xbox 360 errors it helped me go through all the things associated with Xbox 360 and the troubleshooting of errors. Hope this can also help you all.

    Christopher Sage - Replica

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    • In the next few steps, you will use the tip of a spudger or the finger of an Xbox 360 opening tool to release the clips along the left and right sides of the bottom vent. Their locations are highlighted in red.

    • You will insert the tool into the holes molded into the white plastic side case pieces.

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    • To release the clips, work from the front edge of the bottom vent.

    • While slightly lifting the front edge of the bottom vent, use the tip of a spudger to push the clips closest to the front of the bottom vent towards the inside of the console.

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    • Repeat the same process to release the two center clips on the bottom vent.

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    • Use the tip of your spudger to release the clips on the bottom vent nearest the back of the Xbox.

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    • Remove the bottom vent from the 360.

  8. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Faceplate: passo 8, immagine 1 di 2 Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Faceplate: passo 8, immagine 2 di 2
    • Insert the flat edge of a spudger between the faceplate and the outer casing near the power button.

    • Run your spudger along the edge of the faceplate to release the clips securing it to the front of the console.

    • You may also accomplish this task by using the edge of the Xbox 360 opening tool, but it may scratch the plastic case.

    • Alternatively, you can use your hands to carefully pull the faceplate away from the Xbox.

    The faceplate just pulls off, using a tool is completely unneccessary. https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/xbox-...

    Erik Tomlinson - Replica

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    • Repeat the same motions as previously mentioned to release the left side of the faceplate.

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    • Remove the faceplate from the front face of the console.

  11. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Top Vent: passo 11, immagine 1 di 2 Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Top Vent: passo 11, immagine 2 di 2
    • Stand the console vertically with the top edge facing up.

    • The top vent is secured to the console via clips. The first two clips are located underneath the top vent closest to the faceplate, as shown in the pictures.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger into the small gaps previously mentioned to release the clips.

    • You may also use the long finger of an Xbox 360 opening tool to accomplish this task.

    I found it easier to open these clips using the pointy end of the spudger rather than the flat end. Just slide it in against the side of the case and the clip will pop off.

    dave - Replica

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    • In the next few steps, you will use the tip of a spudger or the finger of an Xbox 360 opening tool to release the clips along the left and right sides of the top vent. Their locations are highlighted in red.

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    • To release the clips, work from the middle of the top vent.

    • While slightly lifting the front edge of the top vent, use the tip of a spudger to push the clips closest to the center of the top vent towards the inside of the console.

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    • Use the tip of your spudger to release the clip on the top vent nearest the back of the Xbox's upper case.

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    • The last clip is hidden underneath the rubber foot nearest the back of the console.

    • Use the tip of your spudger to release the clip on the top vent nearest the back of the Xbox.

    • Remove the top vent from the 360.

  17. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Lower Case: passo 17, immagine 1 di 1
    • Stand the console vertically with the top edge facing down.

    • Carefully peel the warranty sticker off the console.

    There is an alternate to breaking the seal. If you open the back first starting with the opposite side of the sticker you can get the rear to "Clam Open" retaining the seal.

    Eric - Replica

    LOL “Romove the warenty seal”

    Alexander Wiand - Replica

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    • The upper and lower cases are attached via several latches, located in the front and back of the console. These latches must be disengaged to separate the upper case from the console.

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to release the following latches:

    • Above the front-facing USB ports.

    • Beneath the front-facing USB ports.

    • Above the Memory Unit slots.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger and pry upwards to release the last remaining latch located above the eject button.

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    • Slightly lift the front portion of the lower case to ensure that the latches in the front have been completely released.

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    • The upper and lower cases are held together by seven release latches located on the back of the console. Their locations are highlighted in red.

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    • Press the Xbox 360 opening tool down into the clips securing the lower case to the upper case near the I/O ports.

    • While pressing down on the tool, push the lower and upper cases apart to separate the retaining clips.

    I didn't have an XBox tool, so I followed instructions in this video for this step (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaxIB6cX...) to pry it open with your fingers and a screwdriver.

    Nick Karnik - Replica

    The small (metal) women's hair clip is best for un-latching the tabs. The screw drivers just make the holes bigger.

    Denny Ross - Replica

    You can also use the pointed end of a plastic spudger to push each clip free while you separate the case with your free hand.

    Michael Carson - Replica

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    • While pushing the upper and lower cases apart, use the tip of a spudger or the finger of an Xbox 360 opening tool to push the long clip highlighted in red toward the center of the 360.

    • The clip should release, leaving the clips near the power connector as the only thing holding the upper and lower cases together.

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    • Press the Xbox 360 opening tool down into the two remaining clips near the power connector.

    • Push the upper and lower cases apart to fully release the retaining clips.

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    • Orient the console so that the front portion is facing downwards.

    • Grasp the back portion of the lower case and lift it upwards to separate it from the console.

    • Be careful not to excessively bend the lower case near the power plug, as it can crack easily.

  26. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Eject Button: passo 26, immagine 1 di 2 Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Eject Button: passo 26, immagine 2 di 2
    • Use the tip of a spudger to release the clip securing the eject button to the metal casing.

    • Insert the flat end of a spudger between the eject button and the optical drive.

    • Pry the eject button off its retaining posts and remove it from the 360.

    • This can also be accomplished using an Xbox 360 opening tool.

  27. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Upper Case: passo 27, immagine 1 di 1
    • Remove the six silver 64 mm T10 Torx screws securing the upper case to the metal casing.

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    • Orient the console so that the upper case is facing upwards.

    • Lift the upper case straight up and remove it from the console.

  29. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: passo 29, immagine 1 di 1
    • Peel the silver tape securing the optical drive to the metal casing.

    Does anyone know if the Silver Tape is Lead Tape?

    Sean - Replica

    Looking at mine, I doubt it. It looks like standard foil tape

    Rukir Gaming - Replica

  30. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement: passo 30, immagine 1 di 1
    • Slightly lift the optical drive upwards to gain clearance to disconnect the SATA and power connectors located on the backside of the optical drive.

    • Don't try to completely remove the optical drive just yet. Two cables still connect it to the motherboard.

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    • Grab the power connector by its cables and pull it straight out of its socket on the optical drive.

    • Disconnect the SATA data connector from its socket on the optical drive by pulling it straight away.

    I found the power cable to be very tough to get out, at least it is the first time doing this.

    Nick Flacco - Replica

  32. Xbox 360 Optical Drive Replacement: passo 32, immagine 1 di 1
    • Lift the optical drive assembly out of the metal casing.

    Be careful not to lose or break the two teeny metal clips securing the optical drive assembly snugly to the metal casing on either side of the drive's front face. I used a spudger to press in the topmost tines on these clips because they were catching on the drive and bending up. The clips should stay on the metal housing, not come off with the drive.

    Vaughn Baker - Replica

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    • While pressing the optical drive cover toward the top face of the optical drive, use the flat end of a spudger to release the two retaining clips on the underside of the cover.

    Ignore this step.

    Wade - Replica

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    • Remove the optical drive cover.

    • Optical drive remains.

    Ignore this step.

    Wade - Replica

Conclusione

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

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24 Commenti

who knows xbox360 can use desktop drives?We have all kinds of drives,but i am not sure if it is fit for xbox360.

Thanks

Rex Yang - Replica

That has nothing to do with this guide. If you have any question regarding this equipment, go to the answer section.

oldturkey03 -

General comment, you make no mention of removing the PCB from the DVD drive if it's being replaced. Any particular reason for that?

Pete B - Replica

Very easy to follow, got my drive fixed...thanks!

Brian Davis - Replica

" Replacing a defective optical drive with a replacement optical drive does not work. The replacement will have a different DVD drive key, which the game console will not accept."

Not entirely accurate, that statement.

Having fixed a PS3 blu-ray drive by following the excellent guide on here, tried the same technique.

I had a bad drive in my xbox, and I replaced it with a new drive (of the same type). I took the daughter-board from the faulty drive and transplanted it to the good drive. It involved stripping down both drives, disconnecting 2 ribbon cables and unsoldering about 8 wires, transplanting the daughter-board - and resoldering the wires. Then reassembling. It worked for me, anyway.

Dave - Replica

Sounds like an extremely patience depleting process.

brandonowlgarden -

I did this once on one of the newer 360s that are more basic, with help from someone , using scissors.

brandonowlgarden -

I am getting the famed red ring of death now...it there any troubleshooting I can do to fix this? I followed all steps and made sure that each wire mirrored the old unit.

Dereck Reeves - Replica

you actually can swap the drives out pretty easy. you just rip the key off of the old drive and flash it on the new one. you have to make sure you purchase the same drive model and the use jungle flasher. would they allow an extraction and flashing guide on here? and while you are at it, you can mod them pretty easy as well ;)

daniel sawyer - Replica

How come you do not have the instruction for replacing the laser?

CesarHEB - Replica

How come Ifit it does not have intructions for replacing the XBOX360 LASER?

CesarHEB - Replica

Because, You cannot replace the laser without replacing the drive. It is not possible to replace the laser.

brandonowlgarden -

No instructions on how to replace the PCB or what kind of drives there are?

xChrisS41x - Replica

Great instrucitons

Thomas - Replica

So easy a GIRL can do it! Thanks!

Lynn Sailor - Replica

This guide is incomplete thus the pictured console wont work upon drive replacement. Please finish the steps for flashing for they are a very required step in replacing the drive at all.

Wayne Urban - Replica

Author just ended the repair when there were more steps needed lol. I have done so many of these repairs and it shouldn’t be in the difficult section. If the PCB is ok, just swap it into a different drive deck you know that works. If your PCB is broken , you will need an X360 USB Pro and 3rd part software to extract the key and flash it and original firmware to the new PCB. I should update this tutorial for it is pretty weak.

toreskey - Replica

What kept you from fulfilling your proclamation?

Kai und der Andere -

I realize my 360 is old but I cannot afford to replace it with the one. I replaced the dvd drive and same wont read problem, so I swapped the old board with the new and verified it is the board that is bad, not the drive itself.  Now what do I do? Give up and scrap it? How expensive is the fix to replace the board? Are the parts still available? Im not concerned with the technical difficulty.

Kevin InFlorida - Replica

This guide sucks. He says you cant swap the disc drives without the logic board or it wont work. Then proceeds to swap the drive but doesnt actually show anything about swapping boards too lol

So people will follow this guide and miss a huge key part, thus ending with a nonworking disc drive lol

Crap guide.

gameskeet - Replica

It's right there in the header section. It literally says that this guide is ONLY about taking out (and in reverse order putting back in) the optical drive and that, for a new drive to work, it wont work without extra steps. So only very inattentive people will end with a nonworking drive.

But instead of contributing and adding a corresponding guide on how to exchange the logic board in the drive you chose to nag and have a whinge.

Crap comment.

Kai und der Andere -

Thank you so much. I was able to fix my Xbox 360

Kimberly StClair - Replica

You will have to transfer the daughterboard.

PRAM Colfax - Replica

With out googling it I believe there was 3 diff models of DVD drives so make sure u replace it with the same model drive than remove the pcb board from the old one and put it in the new one because there married to the Xbox main board other wise it won't work with the new replacement . MAn I moded ps1s on and remember most of this stuff like it was yesterday. Fun .fun.

Jasen Weimerskirch - Replica

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