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Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair

Introduction

We all know that the Sega Genesis brought to us many hours of fun, but, as we get older, the reset button gets older too.

Today, let's lend a hand to our nice friend and replace its reset button!

What you need

  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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  6. 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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  7. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Separate the main board from the outer case.

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  8. 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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  9. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Remove silver case.

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  10. Sega Genesis Reset Button Repair: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Locate reset button on motherboard

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  11. 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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Cal Poly, Team 3-29, Regan Fall 2010 Member of Cal Poly, Team 3-29, Regan Fall 2010

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