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How to Replace the PS3 Blu-Ray Player Costs

The PlayStation 3 (PS3) console is primarily used for playing video games. However, it also comes with a built-in Blu-Ray player that allows you to watch movies in crystal clear quality. Over time, though, it is possible for this component to break down. If this is the case with your PS3, you can open up the unit and remove and replace the Blu-Ray player. You can find a replacement Blu-Ray player from online resources for around $100.

Things You'll Need

Phillips screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Turn off your PS3 console and unplug the cables from the rear of the unit.
- 2
  Unplug the controllers from the ports at the front of the unit.
- 3
  Remove the screw on the left side of the PS3 console, near the top.
- 4
  Slide the top cover a couple inches to the left and lift it up to remove it from the unit. The top casing will now be exposed.
- 5
  Remove the seven screws from the top casing and remove the casing to expose the internal components of the PS3. The Blu-Ray player will now be exposed on the right side of the console.
- 6
  Remove the screws from the top of the Blu-Ray drive and lift the drive up to expose the ribbon cable that secures it to the motherboard.
- 7
  Unplug the drive's ribbon cable from its port on the top of the motherboard and remove the drive.
- 8
  Plug the ribbon cable of the new drive into the port on the motherboard and fit the drive into the PS3.
- 9
  Replace the screws as well as the top covers of the PS3.

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