Removing the metal HDD pill piece
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Disclaimer & Credit
This tutorial originally written by G0t M4xx 21 of xbox-scene, whom takes no responsibility for any damage you may cause to your equipment by attempting this.
Introduction
OK, I'm sure some of you have tried to remive this piece, say to paint the HDD case or something, then wish to put it back on. The problem is, this thing is fairly thin and weak, and the force needed to remove it often makes a crease in it or something.
Required Supplies
- Hairdryer/hot air gun*
- A knife or something similar to pry the piece up
The Mod
Step 1 : Soften the Glue
Heat the HDD case ***Very slightly*** with a hair dryer or something, it softens the glue.
Step 2 : Pry the Pill
Now here's the important part. Most attack it from one and and try to peel it up, and it creases in the center. The key is to lightly pry up ALL the way around with a sharp knife. http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c333/Modwerx/HDD%20Tut/IMG_0036.jpg
Work all the way around, only pry enough until you hear the glue separating slightly. http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c333/Modwerx/HDD%20Tut/IMG_0037.jpg
Once you have gone all the way around, go back to one side and start to pry it up: http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c333/Modwerx/HDD%20Tut/IMG_0038.jpg
Remove it! If you were careful you will now have a perfectly removed bezel with no scratches, bends, or creases.
--grim_d 17:15, 31 Jul 2006 (EDT)
