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How to Replace an Xbox DVD Drive

The original Xbox gaming counsel has long been a favorite among gamers. However, like all electronic products, it wears out, and the DVD drive is usually the first thing to go. But instead of buying a whole new system, one can simply replace the existing DVD drive with a new one.

Things You'll Need

Replacement DVD drive
Torx 20 screwdriver
Torx 10 screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Turn the Xbox upside down.
- 2
  Remove the six torx 20 screws (there is one under each rubber foot and one under each sticker).
- 3
  Turn the Xbox back to right side up.
- 4
  Pull the top of the case off. Some wiggling may be required.
- 5
  Disconnect all cables connected to the DVD drive.
- 6
  Remove the four torx 10 screws from around the DVD drive. There are two on the front side of the drive and two in between the DVD and hard drive.
- 7
  Lift the DVD drive and its gray cradle out of the case.
- 8
  Find the two clips holding the cradle to the DVD drive, and unclip them.
- 9
  Replace the old DVD drive with the New DVD drive.
- 10
  Reclip the cradle to the new drive.
- 11
  Place the new drive back into the case.
- 12
  Insert the screws back in their places, holding down the gray cradle.
- 13
  Reconnect the cable to the new drive, and close the case.
- 14
  Insert the six torx 20 screws back into their places.

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