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How to Fix a PSP Netzstecker

The PSP portable game console occasionally has a problem with its power plug (known as "netzstecker" in German). This plug part inside the PSP can become broken during normal use, causing the PSP to function erratically when plugged into the AC or even to stop working altogether. Replacing the power plug in the PSP can be done by anyone willing to take the time and effort---and doing it yourself will save money and get you back to playing games.

Things You'll Need

Clean cloth
Jeweler's Phillips screwdriver
Replacement PSP power socket cable plug
Small dish
PSP power charger

Instructions

- 1
  Put the cloth down on a clean work surface. Put the PSP face down on the cloth. Remove the battery compartment and take out the battery.
- 2
  Remove the seven screws holding the PSP faceplate: in the battery compartment, near the barcode, and on the left and right bottom edge of the game console. Put the screws aside in the small dish.
- 3
  Turn the PSP over and place it face up. Lift the faceplate off and put it aside.
- 4
  Pull off the power socket cable plug from the motherboard and from the connector attached to the PSP case. Dispose of this part.
  
  Insert the replacement power socket cable plug into the connectors on the motherboard and on the PSP case.
- 5
  Reverse the disassembly procedure to put the PSP back together. Plug the PSP charger into the PSP's power connector. Turn on the PSP and use it.

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