How to Take Apart My XBox Without Damaging the Casing

You can have many reasons for wanting to take apart your Xbox, such as examining the inside of the console or making modifications to the device. Taking apart your Xbox needs to be done with care so you do not accidentally damage the outside casing. You will need to use a special type of tool and have patience when taking apart the console so the outside of the case does not get scratched with the tool.

Things You'll Need

• Torx 20 driver
• Wax paper

Instructions

1. Unplug the cords from the back of the console and move it to a table or desk where you can set and organize all of the parts.

2. Turn the console over so it is face down. Locate the stickers on the back of the console and slowly peel them off. Set the stickers on a piece of wax paper so you can reuse them.

3. Locate the screws that were hidden under the stickers. Remove these screws with a Torx 20 driver.

4. Pull back the rubber feet in one corner of the console to locate another hidden screw. Remove the screw with the Torx 20 driver.

5. Repeat step 5 for the remaining rubber feet on the Xbox console.

6. Turn the Xbox console right side up. Hold the sides of the console and lift up slightly. The top cover or casing should slide off from the bottom of the case.

7. Set the top cover aside so it will not get bumped or accidentally damaged.

Tips & Warnings

• Removing the screws with a regular screwdriver may damage the grooves on the top of the screws.

References

• The Llama's Adventures in Xbox: Crack Open That Xbox
• Mod Chip Store: Xbox Disassembly Instructions
• Xbox-Scene Tutorial: Open Xbox