💿 Sony PS3 Disc Drive Replacement/Bluray Drive (KES-400A/KEM-400AAA) for 20, 40, 60 GB Models + Nextec T10 Screwdriver Review

I usually mess things up. But it was pretty easy. The product arrived on time with safety drivers, I received two as promised. I followed the online instructions to open my PS3. I used my magnetizer/demagnetizer to make removing/replacing many of the screws easier. Once inside, it was pretty easy. Be careful with all the ties and their little black plastic "clips". There is a very small connector on the underside of the drive board. I used needle nose pliers to remove/reinstall it. Any. After…

First off, this is a good price for a working FAT PS3 drive. My old block no longer rotated the disc internally. Looking at the docs that came with this drive, Nextec suggests following the install link on their website. It was useless as there was no information on the subject. I was able to find the disassembly video with a simple search. Once the PS3 is disassembled, installing this Blu-ray drive is a breeze. Be careful not to damage the ribbon cables. I put it together and tried it out, but

. This works on older backward compatible CECHA01 models like mine. If in doubt, check the laser and connections. It's one of the cheapest devices on the market and looks brand new rather than a dubious used part. It's quieter than the original, which is a bit of a bonus (or maybe mine was loud because it was dying). Receiving and retrieving is a bit slow, but I don't see that as a problem, it's just different. Several people have complained that this is not a guarantee and Revain will come…

This drive is brand new and worked perfectly after replacing my failed drive in my fat 60GB PS3. You'll have to move the circuit board and metal case, and removing the case requires a small Phillips screwdriver that comes with most cell phone, watch, or eyeglass repair kits, but it's really easy! Also remember that when changing a drive, the ribbon cables are secured with a small black plastic clip that you see when the cable is plugged into the pin socket. Carefully pry up this black plastic…