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Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair

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  1. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair, Outer Case: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the six screws from the underside of the console with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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  2. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Flip the Sega Genesis upright.

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  3. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Gently lift the top casing.

    • Note: the case will be connected to the main board by LED wires.

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  4. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Bend out the LED leads into vertical positions.

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  5. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Slide the LED wire apparatus off the lead pins.

    • Note: observe which color wire corresponds with which length of pin.

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  6. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Separate the main board from the outer case.

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  7. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair, Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Using Philips screwdriver, remove 11 screws securing silver casing.

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  8. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Remove silver case.

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  9. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Locate reset button on motherboard

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  10. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 10, image 1 of 1
    • Place three pieces of 1cm x 1cm masking tape over reset button.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. And the most important, be happy!

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