PS5 Screwdriver: Torx or Torx Security?

The PlayStation 5 can be opened without the use of any tools—the white panels pop off with a gentle tug, allowing immediate access to the m.2 SSD expansion slot, the fan, and vacuumable dust ports.

• You’ll need to remove the stand before opening the console and can do so with a flathead screwdriver or coin.
• If you're upgrading the SSD you’ll want to use a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
• If you're replacing the fan you’ll want to use a TR8 Torx Security screwdriver.

Standard Torx (Won’t fit PS5 fan screws)	Security Torx (Will fit PS5 fan screws)

The tip of the Torx Security (we refer to it as a TR#) screw head has a small hole in the center which differs from a standard Torx screw head (referred to as a T#).

You’ll need a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the 4 screws that secure the controller. Two of the screws are hidden underneath the L1 and R1 buttons so you will need to pry those off to access the screws. The other two screws are located underneath the controller's removable black trim.

Two screws securing the bottom corners of the lower case	Two screws behind the L1 and R1 buttons

A spudger is a versatile tool perfect for removing the L1 and R1 buttons to access the screws on the DualSense controller. This tool is also suitable for removing the grill away from the console when replacing the fan.

Precision tweezers work at removing small hard-to-reach parts in the DualSense controller and moving the spacer to the appropriate slot when replacing the SSD in the console.

Opening picks are useful for prying open controllers that are held together with clips. Insert an opening pick underneath the middle trim to release the clips securing it to the case of the DualSense controller.