Difficulty
Easy
Steps
8
Time Required
5 minutes
- Outer Shell 4 steps
- Fan 4 steps
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Introduction
This guide will show you how to locate and replace the fan in the PlayStation 2 Slimline.
Parts
No parts required.
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Disconnect all cables from the console and flip the unit over to reveal its base.
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Locate the 6 feet on the base of the unit. Pry them off using a spudger to reveal the screws.
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Remove all six 4.0 mm screws from the base of the unit using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
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Starting at the corner at which the power and Ethernet ports are located, pry open the outer shell using a spudger and continue around the entire unit.
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Locate the fan at the front, left section of the unit.
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Peel off the sticker holding the power cords to the unit.
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Lift the connector from the motherboard with a pair of tweezers using a firm, upward force.
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Remove all three 1.6 mm screws fastening the fan to the unit using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
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Gently lift and remove the fan from its compartment.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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