dchip that goes inside the Playstation:NOTE: The sticker on the bottom of the console shows the model number of your Playstation and looks like this: SCPH XXXX (the XXXX stands for the model number)CAUTION: disconnect all cables and remove any discs prior to disassembly. Keep track of where the screws and internal components go as the machine is disassembled.Removal of the Console Cover:Turn the unit over and remove the black screws. Lift the cover off.Removal of the Laser/Motor Assembly:Disconnect the orange ribbon cable by pulling straight up on the end of the cable, where its connected to the socket on the board. (On the SCPH 100x and SCPH 3000 series you will have to lift the black socket a little bit in order to release the ribbon cable). This will release the cable, which can then be removed, by pulling straight up (Be careful when you pull at the cable) Disconnect Laserhousing power connector (3 grey + 1 white wire) by pulling straight up. Disconnect collection of rainbow colored wires by pulling straight up. Lift off the laser/motor assembly and put in a safe place. Removal of the Controller/Memory Card Housing:Remove the screws holding the thin metal bracket in place. Lift off the bracket. Disconnect the ribbon cable by pulling straight up. Lift off the controller/memory card housing. Removal of the Heavy Metal Chassis Bracket:Remove the screws holding the bracket in place. They are indicated by arrows. Lift off the bracket. Removal of the Circuit Board:Remove the screws along the top edgeLift off the circuit board. Turn board over so that it is oriented like the enclosed images. Locate PIN 1 on the MOD Chip: This picture shows a TOP VIEW of the MOD Chip.PIN 1 is left of the little semi circle below the words "MOD CHIP" on the picture. Mounting the MOD Chip to the Board:Carefully bend the the pins of the chip with pliers so they are parallel with the chip.Locate the area shown on the enclosed images.Carefully glue the chip UP...
