Repairing PlayStation Controller Port

User-Contributed Guide

User-Contributed Guide

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  • Author: JakeDeschamps
  • Time required: 5 to 10 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy
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This will guide you through the replacement of your controller port.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Case  ¶ 

  • Remove the parallel port cover on the back of the PlayStation.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Flip over the PlayStation and remove the six screws from the bottom.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Turn the PlayStation upright. Remove the cover by lifting it up.

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Add Note Edit Step 4 — Controller Port  ¶ 

  • Remove the two screws securing the controller port to the case.

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Add Note Edit Step 5  ¶ 

  • Gently disconnect the ribbon cable from the logic board. This is done by pulling on the blue area of the cable near the connector.

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Add Note Edit Step 6  ¶ 

  • Remove and replace the controller port.

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

For more information, check out the PlayStation device page.

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