Sony Playstation 2 Repair Manual page 19

Then, lift it at an angle, like opening the cover of a
book. Take the bottom (Vertically speaking) of the
shell, with the PS2 logo on it, and lift it an angle.
WARNING-Lift slowly and be careful not to break
the ribbon cable going to the reset and eject buttons.
You should notice a small ribbon cable around the
area where the Reset/Eject buttons are. The cable
should be taped to the top of the Lens cover. Remove
the tape, and then carefully lift the cover so that it is
lying flat, and the PS2 is open like a book, connected
at the middle by the ribbon cable.
OPTIONAL: If you have or can get a couple of
clips that hold stacks of paper they make and
excellent clip for holding your PS2 cover firmly to
the PS2 base. This will reduce your risk of
accidentally tearing your ribbon cable. See photo.
F. Use the compressed air and spray out the inside of your PS2, especially the fan. When you feel like all dust
has been removed proceed.
G. Look for a small white circle with a little gray piece of metal in the center.
H. Stick your replacement magnet (from old HD, etc)
on the metal. NOTE: If using a sheet magnet cut two
small pieces and stick them on the metal.- The idea is
to increase the strength of the existing magnet.
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