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Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement

Introduction

This guide explains how to replace the Xbox One's optical drive laser. Replacing the optical drive laser serves as a simpler solution for problems with the optical drive without the need to replace the console’s paired motherboard and optical drive daughterboard.

What you need

  1. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Optical Drive Case Screws: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Make sure the optical drive is not connected to any power source and is powered off.

    • Unscrew the four Phillips #1 screws on the top of the optical drive.

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  2. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Optical Drive Case Lid: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the lid off of the optical drive case, this should require little to no force.

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  3. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Optical Drive Case: step 3, image 1 of 2 Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Optical Drive Case: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the remaining optical drive case off of the internal components.

    • Internal components often snag on these points when removing the optical drive case.

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  5. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, ZIF Connectors: step 4, image 1 of 2 Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, ZIF Connectors: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Locate the three ZIF connectors on the optical drive PCB.

    • Using tweezers, gently lift the tab on each ZIF connector to release the ribbon cables.

    • Remove the ribbon cable from each ZIF connector.

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  6. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, PCB Screws: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the three Phillips #0 screws mounting the PCB.

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  7. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Moving the PCB: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Gently lift the PCB and place it to the side.

    • When lifting the PCB, be careful to not detach the wires connecting the PCB to the motor.

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  8. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Optical Drive Laser Screws: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the three Phillips #0 screws mounting the optical drive laser.

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  9. Xbox One Optical Drive Laser Replacement, Optical Drive Laser: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the old optical drive laser from the unit and place in the new optical drive laser.

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Conclusion

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

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