Repairing this PS2 Slim: New laser and thermal pads

Описание: On this episode, we are taking a deep dive into this SCPH-77001 PlayStation 2 Slim. I got this in and it had a disc read error and a faulty disc drive spindle. And while we are inside doing the repair, it’s a good idea to perform some routine maintenance. Part of that maintenance includes showing how to replace the thermal pad and CMOS clock battery.

This PS2 Slim is getting the works! Come along as I bring this PS2 Slim back from the dead and give it a second life.

Use the links below to check out the equipment I used for this repair! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases—it helps the channel a lot!

Console specific parts:
PS2 Slim Laser (PVR-802W): https://amzn.to/47TdJ5e
PS2 Slim Ribbon Cable: https://amzn.to/45SZ47v
Thermal Pad Variety Pack: https://amzn.to/40FRqLS

Tools and Accessories:
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Vacuum: https://amzn.to/4dw9qO7
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Multimeter: https://amzn.to/45cNKEu
Desoldering Wick: https://amzn.to/44Jtri2
Thermal Pad Variety Pack: https://amzn.to/40FRqLS
White Lithium Grease: https://amzn.to/3U5obOQ
Microfiber Cloths: https://amzn.to/46z44jF
Picks: https://amzn.to/44K1OUq
Contact Cleaner: https://amzn.to/3HjNpGB

AliExpress link to the laser I bought:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/325680...

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:13 Diagnosing the disc drive
03:52 Disassembly
08:13 Changing the battery
09:14 Replacing the thermal pad
13:18 Cleaning the fan
15:14 Rebuilding the disc drive
25.21 Reassembly
33:26 Testing
35:58 Replacing the spindle
41:12 Final thoughts
42:05 TimeSplitters test run

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