Sega Genesis Power LED Replacement
Written By: Anthony Porchia
Introduction
This repair guide provides a walkthrough on how to replace the power LED in a Sega Genesis.
Tools Required:
- Phillips #1 Screwdriver (1)
- 5mm 3.6v LED (1)
Step 1 - Outer Case
Remove the six screws from the underside of the console with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Description of image: Hands holding a Sega Genesis console, with red circles indicating the locations of six screws on the underside.
Step 2
Flip the Sega Genesis upright.
Description of image: A Sega Genesis console is shown flipped upright, displaying the top and front of the console.
Step 3
Gently lift the top casing.
Note: The case will be connected to the main board by LED wires.
Description of image: The top casing of the Sega Genesis is being lifted off, revealing the internal components and wires connected to the LED.
Step 4
Bend out the LED leads into vertical positions.
Description of image: Close-up of the internal top casing of the Sega Genesis, showing the LED leads being bent into a vertical position.
Step 5
Slide the LED wire apparatus off the lead pins.
Note: Observe which color wire corresponds with which length of pin.
Description of image: Hands are shown disconnecting the LED wires from the pins on the Sega Genesis internal components.
Step 6
Separate the main board from the outer case.
Description of image: The main board of the Sega Genesis is shown separated from the outer plastic casing.
Step 7 - Power LED
Remove the plastic "Power / On" cover by pushing the tabs together.
Description of image: Fingers are shown pressing tabs on the plastic "Power / On" cover of the Sega Genesis to release it.
Step 8
Pull the "Power / On" cover away from the console cover.
Description of image: The plastic "Power / On" cover is being pulled away from the main console casing of the Sega Genesis.
Step 9
From the outside of the top cover, remove the LED.
Description of image: A hand is shown removing the old LED from its housing on the top cover of the Sega Genesis.
Step 10
Insert new LED. Click here to buy LED.
Description of image: A hand is shown inserting a new LED into the housing on the top cover of the Sega Genesis.
Step 11
Re-insert the "Power / On" cover until it clicks into place.
Description of image: The plastic "Power / On" cover is being pressed back into place on the Sega Genesis console until it clicks.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
