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How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5

Introduction

Follow this guide to remove the stand on a PlayStation 5.

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.

What you need

  1. How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Remove the stand screw: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • 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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  2. How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Remove the vertical stand: step 2, image 1 of 2 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Remove the vertical stand: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Lift straight up to remove the stand.

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  4. How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Store the stand screw: step 3, image 1 of 2 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Store the stand screw: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Insert the screw into the cubby on the bottom of the stand.

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  5. How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Cap the screw hole: step 4, image 1 of 3 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Cap the screw hole: step 4, image 2 of 3 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Cap the screw hole: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • 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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  6. How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Close the cubby: step 5, image 1 of 3 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Close the cubby: step 5, image 2 of 3 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Close the cubby: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Twist the stand counterclockwise to close the cubby.

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  7. How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Remove the horizontal stand: step 6, image 1 of 2 How to Remove the Stand on a PlayStation 5, Remove the horizontal stand: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • 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.

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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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