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00:00:00 – 00:12:11
The video provides a comprehensive guide on cleaning, disassembling, and reassembling an Xbox Series console, including detailed steps for replacing thermal paste and thermal pads to maintain optimal performance. Essential tools required include a T8 Torx screwdriver, tweezers, prying tools, a paintbrush, thermal putty, and thermal paste (with Grizzly Kryonaut recommended).
The disassembly process begins by removing the back cover, stand, screws, and fan, detaching the disk drive, power cables, and motherboard. After accessing the cooling system, dust and dirt are cleaned from the heatsink and fan. Special care is taken to remove dry thermal compound and old thermal pads, replacing them with new ones. The presenter emphasizes using the spread method for applying thermal paste to ensure even coverage.
Reassembly involves reconnecting components like the ribbon cable, power supply, and wireless card, reinstalling the motherboard and optical drive, and securing all parts together. The reassembled console is checked for proper connections and alignment, and finished by replacing the back cover. The video concludes with the presenter's invitation for questions and appreciation towards the audience.
00:00:00
In this segment of the video, the presenter demonstrates how to clean the Xbox Series cooling system, replace the thermal paste and thermal pads, and disassemble and reassemble the console. Essential tools for the project include a T8 Torx screwdriver, tweezers, prying tools, a paintbrush, thermal putty, and thermal paste (Grizzly Kryonaut recommended).
The process begins with disassembling the device by removing the stickers and screws. A prying tool or flat-head screwdriver is used to carefully lift the back cover and pull it out, followed by removing the stand. Next, the four screws securing the fan are removed, the fan connector is disconnected from the motherboard, and the fan is lifted out of the case. The presenter then removes the plate holding the disk drive, disconnects the power and SATA cables, and removes the drive itself.
Continuing, the presenter detaches two cables from the motherboard, slides the chassis forward, and removes it from the case. They then take off a rubber strap and the wireless board, followed by removing the remaining screws and a bracket.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the steps for disassembling and cleaning a system are demonstrated. First, the power cable is removed from its holder, and the metal cover is lifted off the board. Power connectors are then disconnected by pressing their latches, and the power supply is removed. Next, the interconnection ribbon cable is disconnected by pushing on the tab and pulling out the cable to remove the system board.
The DX clamp is carefully unscrewed in a diagonal pattern. The motherboard is gently separated from the heatsink using a prying tool or fingers if needed. The coolant system inspection follows, where dust and dirt buildup on the heatsink is brushed and blown out. The fan is also cleaned, ensuring it spins freely; replacement is recommended if it does not.
The video then addresses the dry thermal compound, recommending its removal with alcohol swabs or wet wipes and cleaning the APU carefully. Old thermal pads are checked for damage or dryness, removed with a spudger, and the surface is cleaned before applying new pads and paste.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the presenter explains the process of applying thermal paste to a chip and recommends using the spread method over other methods such as the dot or line, as it ensures even coverage. They demonstrate applying the thermal paste, spreading it evenly with a plastic card or applicator, and then reattaching the heatsink and securing it with screws. Additionally, the presenter discusses replacing the thermal putter on an SSD by cleaning the surfaces with rubbing alcohol, applying the new thermal putter, and reassembling the metal shielding. Finally, the console is reassembled in reverse order, with care taken to reconnect the ribbon cable and clean the power supply of dust.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the presenter goes through reassembling a device. They start by using compressed air for cleaning, reconnecting connectors, placing a metal cover over the motherboard, and securing it with screws. The wireless card is installed next, followed by its screws and a rubber strap. The device is then put back into its case, with the optical drive and its cover being installed. The fan is put in place, and all cables are connected to the board. The presenter explains how to secure all components with screws, align holes on the stand and drive, and turn it until it clicks into place for an emergency manual disk eject. The segment concludes with putting the back cover in place and securing it with screws.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker invites viewers to leave any questions they have in the comments below and expresses gratitude for watching.