Ps3 ps3xploit flash writer aka cfw installer supports. If so, that type of screw requires a security hex or torx screwdirver to be able to fit over the shaft to engage the inside of the screw head. I know it just for one screw but it does the job and it was very cheap. Nonetheless, this product made it possible for me to do that, and the rest of. We got our dirty hands on a ps3 slim a full day before it. After checking out some youtube videos, it looked easy enough to correct the issue. I just have my ps3 back and downloaded the latest firmware 4. Fan testself clean playstation 3 original and slim. Please do not leave negative or neutral feedback without any. Jan 30, 20 ok so basically what the issue is that awhile back my ps3 slim kinda crapped out on me, so i found a replacment ps3 old ps3 fat. Torx t8 has safety bit with hole for removing tamper proof screwdrivers. Torx t8 t10 security screwdriver repair kit for xbox one.
T8 security torx set xbox 360 console, xbox 360 controller, ps3 slim and fat, ps4 uses a t9, however t8 fits fine, cant open ps4 controllers will need an additional philips screwdriver. The model featured here came with a 60 gb hard drive. It works just as well, i used that when i did my ps3 before i bought an actual kit and it worked really well, no stripping or anything. Ps3 teardown guide this is a great playstation 3 fat, how to open tutorial. I purchased this product to open up my fat ps3 and clean up the insides. How to open a ps3 fat without breaking the seal by. T8h torx tamper proof security screwdriver tool for xbox360 controller ps3 slim.
Disassembly sony ps3 fat 60gb cech c04 step by step 4k disassembly guide of sony ps3 fat console. This guide gives instructions on how to install ubuntu, kubuntu, xubuntu, and edubuntu onto a playstation 3. Use this precision torx tr8 screwdriver for diy or professional electronics repair. If you havent already, i strongly recommend opening up your ps3 and replacing the thermal paste inside. Nov 20, 2011 to answer the topic question anyway, the ps3 cant work without the bluray drive logic board. You can use your nail to pop it or a knife, screwdriver etc. Thoroughly clean the large fan so that no traces of dust remain. To clearly illustrate the process of installation, we have broken the procedure down into two sections. Reparez yourself top cover your playstation 3 fat with this repair guide. Ps3 maintenance series ps3 fat teardown home theater. Then i realized i need some security torx drivers to open the controller casing. T10 torx 10 screwdriver for tamper resistant screws for original.
Security tamper proof torx t8 and t10 screwdriver set for. So is a torx 8 security screwdriver all i need to open up. How to clean your ps3 without taking apart how to defragment ps3 slim fat. As of publication, sony hasnt said if the ps3 will be sold as a standalone console, but its highly likely given that the outer sleeve on the. Disassembly sony ps3 fat 80gb cech m03 step by step youtube. Absolutely perfect for the one or two times most people will be using them for without overpaying for quality they dont need. I will need to open my ps3 again and put some thermal pad very soon. This guide is for the old school fat ps3 mine was 80gb, but some techniques can be applied to later versions. Slide the hard drive towards the front of the case. For playstation 3 on the playstation 3, a gamefaqs message board topic titled ok ps3 fat what tamper proof torx size to open machine. T8 t10 screwdriver repair for ps4 ps3 xbox 360 2pcs. To unscrew a screw without a screwdriver, use a butter knife, coin, credit card, or the tab from a soda can to twist the screw counterclockwise.
The candle is only behind the ps3 for demonstration purposes. This also functions as a great ps3 tear down guide. Recommended driver to remove the security screw on the original fat model ps3 s perfect for installing the ps3 ezchill. There are several models of the sony playstation 3. How to open a controller without the t8h screwdriver the. T10 security torx tamper proof screwdriver with hole ps3 fat. Today we show 2 easy methods to remove torx or star screws, often found on smartphones, game consoles like the xbox and tablets, without the need of a special torx driver or screwdriver. The system is built with a sturdy steel chassis and requires torx t8 and t10 screwdrivers to open. Recently it stopped reading discs, so im wondering if i can take out the ps3 slims disc drive and put it into the fat ps3, and will it work.
Ps3fat model shutting off general playstation 3 forum. You can also grip the screw with a pair of pliers and try unscrewing it that way. A screwdriver with that antitamper feature will fit both types of torx screw, one without that facility will not. Plus an ordinary torx screw driver will not get the job done. But my ps3 cant see my usb at all the pc reads it correct. Aside from playing games, it also offers an option to install other operating systems such as linux. I was able to open my ps3 fat and remove some credit cards that were mysteriously jammed in there. Fc 8054405770243905 animal crossing fc 060351594579 first person to get it azrahai.
Torx 10 screwdriver for tamper resistant screws for original ps3 not slim. So is a torx 8 security screwdriver all i need to open. The screwdriver head is also known as the torx security tr8 and is compatible with standard torx t8 fasteners. Anyone who tells me to will have their answer deleted. If that really doesnt work for you then try different sized flathead screwdrivers. This a security tamper proof t10 screwdriver that will open up sony playstation ps3 fat and will assist in the disassembly of an xbox 360 the screwdriver is a tamper proof torx screwdriver which means that it has a hole drilled in the middle of the tip.
This a 2 piece security tamper proof t8t10 screwdriver set that will open up sony playstation ps3 slims tamper t8, ps3 fat models tamper t10, dissassemble xbox 360 consoles t8 and t10 and the tamper t8 will also open up a xbox 360 controller. Jun 03, 2012 how to open a ps3 without a torx screwdriver. Also check out our ps3 slim teardown video on youtube. Whether to better understand your playstation 3 or to try a diy approach to repairing it, it is not very difficult to disassemble the console. Ps3fat model shutting off i been having this problem recently, it happens when i play call of duty mw3. We got our dirty hands on a ps3 slim a full day before it was set to arrive in the mail. Once you have that figure, compare it to the chart below its the most common torx screw sizes for hard drive enclosures.
How to ps3 disassemble without torx screwdriver use only. Undo the screw using the t10 torx screwdriver, on some ps3 consoles the screw may have a pin in the centre of it which may make it difficult to undo using the t10 screwdriver, if this is the case try using a small flat blade screwdriver to get the screw undone. Security torx screws, the sixpointed starshaped screw heads with the pin in the middle, are used in many digital objects to prevent tampering. I would recommend a magnetic one if you are replacing ps3 parts, the hole to put the torx screw is long and without the magnetic part it just falls off your screwdriver and is a pain to get back in. Yes you need a t9, but only the torx security drivers work the ones with a. T8t9t10 security torx screwdriver tamper proof driver for xbox 360 ps3 yk.
This driver is required screwdriver for opening up the playstation 3 slim. I propose you open the case, in finding the fan or enthusiasts, and blow out any dust that could have constructed up over time. How to remove torx t8 without special screwdriver the. Removing a security torx screw can be a hassle for those without the tool. This a 2 piece security tamper proof t8t10 screwdriver set that will open up playstation ps3 slims tamper t8, ps3 fat models tamper t10, dissassemble xbox 360 consoles t8 and t10 and the tamper t8 will also open up a xbox 360 controller. Warranties are jeopardized by taking apart the ps3. The ps4 does get filthy inside no matter how clean your home. Torx t10h t10 screwdriver is required to open up your sony playstation 3 ps3 fat.
Top cover playstation 3 fat repair free guide sosav. How to open a ps3 without a torx screwdriver youtube. I need to know what screwdriver to use to unscrew these 9 screws. How to open an xbox 360 controller without a special screwdriver tired of the t8h screws. Brand new when checkout, buyer pay the price without vat only, if price with vat is shown. Nonetheless, this product made it possible for me to do that, and the rest of the set came as a bonus. The playstation 3 is a video game console created by sony corp. All you need are two screwdrivers, an exacto knife, and this guide.
Have you noticed a tiny bulged dot in the center of the screws on the ps3. Security t6 tr8 th10 torx bit screwdriver open pry repair tool kit for ps4 xbox. T10 security torx tamper proof screwdriver with hole ps3 fat playstation console tool xbox 360 ylod this a security tamper proof t10 screwdriver that will open up sony playstation ps3 fat and will assist in the disassembly of an xbox 360 the screwdriver is a tamper proof torx screwdriver which means that it has a hole drilled in the. What security torx screwdriver do i need for the ps4. I have had my ps3 since 2007 and it hasnt given any issues until recently. Theyre easy to find online, but most electricians that have to deal with those, torx, and other deterrent type screws buy those drivers up in stores quick.
He definitely used the wrong size screw driver if he stripped the head of one of them. If it doesnt come easily then just use your screwdriver to help pry it open. To repair your playstation 3 slim, use our service manual. If you look at the brick on a laptop, cell phone charger, etc. Torx t8h t8 screwdriver is required to open up your sony playstation 3 ps3 slim. Aug 30, 2017 today we show 2 easy methods to remove torx or star screws, often found on smartphones, game consoles like the xbox and tablets, without the need of a special torx driver or screwdriver. In the front, there will be four small star screws. Even for the most savvy of technicians, it is an economic risk to do this task. New cm torx t10 security slim screwdriver repair for. If you dont want to buy one, just use a small flathead but it needs to be really snug. Jan 08, 20 i came across many youtube videos telling me that it is possible to save moviesvideo clips on to an external hard drive and view them on a ps3 if the file system is fat32.
Normaly i dont like to show you this, but you need to know about. Dec 08, 2011 great screwdriver, my ps3 fat was overheating, searched online and people was saying that maybe the console needed a good clean out, moved the sticker on the side and released that a standered screwdriver wouldnt help start opening the console, i searched online and found this screwdriver, it was perfect you only need the screwdriver for that one screw after that you can use standered. These have a magnetic tip and nice comfortable to hold. Torx t10 driver used to remove star shaped security screws on the ps3 fat and xbox 360. A first look inside sonys dramatically redesigned, cooler, sleeker playstation 3 slim. When you come back to putting it back together you can use normal screws the same size as the t8h screws to put them back in to avoid the hassle next time. I only needed the t10, and ironically only one of the screws the very first one needed a t10. Diy ps3 fat internal cooling fan mod kit for your ps3. Easiest way will take about 1hr and fix the ps3 without opening it. You will need a torx screwdriver star to remove this screw. Aug 25, 2009 a first look inside sonys dramatically redesigned, cooler, sleeker playstation 3 slim. Cracking open the playstation 3 super slim techrepublic. I also recommend doing that to the air vents in the case. Playstation 3 cechh01 teardown ifixit repair guide.
I was able to remove the screw with a regular torx driver. I had a spare 2tb external hard drive so i thought i would give this a go however when i went to format it, the only other option apart from ntfs which apparently doesnt work is exfat. I cant say for absolute sure, but as someone else said, most electronics these days have universal power supplies. On this video i just show you, how easy it is, to open a ps3 fat edition without to break the original sony seal. T8 torx tamper proof security screwdriver tool for xbox360. I noticed my ps3 was running pretty loud, so i decided to dive in and see if i could fix the issue. I had a large set of security torx bits at the house but soon realized that the smallest bit that it contained was a t10.
Those are security pins to restrict the use of ordinary torx screw drivers. This is all you need to do to access the ps3 s hard drive. Sep 11, 2009 take apart your ps3 slim in 6 easy steps rapid repair shows us how to disassemble the playstation 3 slim in six steps. Short screw is not indicated with an s my fault like. The ps3 t10 screw at least for the older fat models i dont know much about the newer slim models is recessed in a way that a standard short bit attachment isnt likely to reach.
Now my ps3 developed another weird bug, when i am mounting games usind webman mod, they dont load completely. How to open an xbox 360 controller without a special. Torx t8 t10 security screwdriver repair kit for xbox one 360. T10 security torx tamper proof screwdriver with hole ps3 fat playstation console tool. I have already unscrewed the 4 on the back and got that off but, the 116 screwdrivers i used is too big for the 9 screws underneath it. It may start normally, but launching applications will just give a black screen and updates will not. The hex or torx may be a security screw in which a shaft is placed in the center of the screw. Theyre being used in more and more places, and i dont see the trend falling off any time soon. So you need one with the antitamper tip to be certain, as that started to be used in some applications from the dc07 and dc14 through to the current models like the dc39, dc40, dc41 and big ball cinetic. Removing security torx star screw with a flathead screwdriver. T10 security torx set xbox 360 console, xbox 360 controller, ps3 slim and fat, ps4, cant open ps4 controllers will need an additional philips screwdriver. My ps3 fat bluetooth not working i am changing the bluetooth plate but not working pls help. If you want to open your original ps3, then you need a tamper resistant screwdriver. The video could only be 30 seconds so i already had my system unplugged when i started recording in order to get the video under the time restraint.
Just one more necessary component of the average toolbox. Remove the hard drive access cover from the bottom of the ps3. Torx t8 t10 tamper proof security screwdriver for sony. A miniature phillips screwdriver, a hex or star screwdriver, or a torx screwdriver. To open a ps3, you need a torx t10 tamper proofresistant screwdriver at least if youre not worried about stripping the screw. T10 security torx tamper proof screwdriver with hole ps3. Greatlove 2pcs t8t10 screwdriver security tamper proof. Many people think that you need a torx t8 security style screwdriver to disassemble an xbox 360 controller but all you actually need is a small enough flat head for it to fit in between the edge of the screw and the security hole. Lol you actually use a screw driver to open hard drives, i take a powerdrill and drill through the screws. Silverhill tools asdt10p torx 10 screwdriver for playstation. If they may be getting blocked with dirt, then there isnt any airflow within the case, maining the fan is just blowing scorching air in every single place. These have a magnetic tip and nice comfortable to hold swivel top. This is the original fat ps3, not to be confused with the playstation 3 slim the original models of the ps3 were backwards compatible with the playstation 2, but later revisions dropped that functionality.
Probably best for you to pick up a full set of torx drivers, if you dont have them. Also can be used to open for ps3, hard drive or cell phones. The ps3 ezchill can easily be installed into your fat style playstation 3 once the top casing has been removed. If its a tiny screw, use the tip of a knife or a pair of tweezers to unscrew it. Can i make an old fat ps3 work without the bluray drive. Use a torx screwdriver to unscrew the screw that was underneath the silicone cover just removed. Every time i turn it on the green light shows but then it disappears like if it were turning off but no red light shows.
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