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How to Remove the Back Cover on an Xbox

Microsoft's original Xbox console works much like a computer. Inside the cover, it includes a motherboard, a hard drive, a network card, a graphics card and an optical drive. If one of these items does not work properly, you can open the back cover of the Xbox to fix it. However, opening the cover voids any warranties and any available support options from Microsoft.

Things You'll Need

Torx T20 screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug any cables from your Xbox. Turn the console over and place it on a flat surface.
- 2
  Remove the four sticky pads on the corners of the unit.
- 3
  Unscrew the screws underneath the sticky pads with a Torx T20 screwdriver.
- 4
  Remove the warranty and barcode stickers on the back of the unit by peeling them off. Use the screwdriver to remove the screws underneath the stickers.
- 5
  Turn the Xbox console over and lift the cover off.

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