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Xbox Series X Back Panel Replacement

Use this guide to remove or replace the back...

Microsoft Xbox Series X Moderate 10 - 20 minutes Guide 141740

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Guide overview

Before you begin

Use this guide to remove or replace the back panel on an Xbox Series X. Before you begin, completely power down and unplug all cables from your console. Remember to follow general electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures while repairing your console.

Step 1

Uncover the back panel screws

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP ESD Safe Blunt Nose Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Before you begin, completely power down and unplug all cables from your console.
Use a pair of tweezers to remove the sticker hiding the first screw on the back panel, near the base.

Step 2

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iOpener Referenced by the iFixit guide

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For cleaner removal, use an iOpener or hair dryer to heat the sticker.
Use a pair of tweezers or a sharp blade to peel up a corner of the large sticker on the back panel. Use your fingers to peel it farther, just enough to reveal the second screw.
You only need to peel this sticker to where you can access the hidden screw. You don't need to pull it completely off.
Technically, these are tamper-evident stickers, but don't worry—Microsoft can't legally void your warranty, as long as you don't damage anything. Have fun!

Step 3

Remove the back panel screws

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP TR8 Torx Security Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a T8 Torx driver to remove the two 7.4 mm‑long screws securing the back panel.
Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from to avoid damaging your console.

Step 4

Unclip the back panel

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert the flat end of a spudger into the gap between the back panel and the shell, near the left side of the base.
Pry up the back panel to release it from the locking clips.

Step 5

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert the flat end of a spudger into the gap between the back panel and the shell, near the right side of the base.
Pry up the back panel to release it from the locking clips.

Step 6

Remove the back panel

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Grip the back panel at the opening you just created and pull it up and away from the shell to unclip the long edges.
During reassembly, press along the edges of the back panel to snap it into place.

Step 7

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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The back panel slots into a gap at the top of the shell.
Tilt the back panel up and pull it away from the top edge of the shell to release it from the gap.
Remove the back panel.