Installing Sega Dreamcast Controller Port

User-Contributed Guide

User-Contributed Guide

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  • Author: wkwong
  • Time required: 15 to 25 minutes
  • Difficulty: Moderate

A guide to remove the GD-ROM from the Sega Dreamcast.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Expansion Bay  ¶ 

  • Verify that the console is disconnected from the AC outlet before you begin.

  • Flip the console over on its back.

  • Take note of your model number, in case replacement parts are needed.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Remove the expansion bay by applying pressure to the small clip on the expansion bay while prying it away from the console.

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Add Note Edit Step 3 — Top Cover  ¶ 

  • Locate and remove all four black 12mm Phillips #02 screws from the underside of the console.

  • The fourth screw is hidden under the expansion bay if it has not already been removed.

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Add Note Edit Step 4  ¶ 

  • Be careful that the internal components do not topple out.

  • Flip the console topside up.

  • Remove the top cover of the chassis by gently lifting the upper portion of the console.

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Add Note Edit Step 5 — Controller Port  ¶ 

  • Be gentle with the white controller cable as it can be a bit fragile.

  • Disconnect the white controller cable by gently pulling the the cable while wiggling it back and forth until it detaches from the controller board.

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Add Note Edit Step 6  ¶ 

  • Remove the four 14mm Philips #02 located on the controller board.

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Add Note Edit Step 7  ¶ 

  • Disconnect the white fan header from the controller port

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Add Note Edit Step 8  ¶ 

  • Remove the controller board by lifting it up from the controller port.

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

For more information, check out the Sega Dreamcast device page.

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