M2Slim Install Guide

Step 6: Trim disk drive door.

Overview

This section covers the common steps that are needed to prepare the PS2 top shell for cutting and a simple trimming operation on the disk door to allow clearance for the SSD when it is closed.

Tools

  • Philips head #0 screwdriver

  • Knife or flush cutters

Step 6.1       Disassemble the disk drive door.

  • Remove the two screws holding the metal retention parts.

  • Lift them out.

Step 6.2       Remove disk brake mechanism

  • Unscrew the brake.

  • Remove the spring from the shell

  • Lift the brake out

  • It is a tight fit and might take a few attempts to fish out.

Step 6.3       Remove door

  • Open the door like shown.

  • Slide the door away from the shiny plastic strip.

  • The door should release and easily lift out.

Step 6.4       Remove door spring

  • Lift the door spring out of its recess.

Step 7.1       Trim disk door

  • Remove the indicated plastic tab on the disk drive.

  • Use a small spacer such as a coin to score a line in the plastic.

  • Make repeated cuts with or without the spacer until the plastic is removed.

  • You may alternatively use flush cutters or any another tool you are comfortable with to remove this plastic.