Gaming repair

Steam Deck SSD Replacement

Upgrade storage and prepare for SteamOS recovery.

Device
Steam Deck LCD
Difficulty
Moderate
Estimated time
20 minutes–1 hour
Illustrated steps
11

01 / Get ready

Before you begin

  1. This procedure is for the LCD model. OLED models have a different guide.
  2. Back up files and prepare recovery media before opening the device. Use a compatible single-sided M.2 2230 SSD.
  3. Reduce battery charge below 25%, use battery storage mode, shut down and remove the microSD card.

Stop if you find a damaged battery, liquid damage or a part that does not match the guide. Don’t force a connector or improvise a tool.

02 / Set up your bench

Tools & supplies

Check the illustrated guide for required parts, adhesives and tool alternatives. These links go directly to iFixit; tools are purchased separately.

03 / Follow every step

The complete illustrated repair

Use the guide controls to move through the procedure. Read each step’s notes and warnings before continuing.

Guide and photography by iFixit contributors. Open the original guide ↗

04 / Check your work

Before calling it finished

Keep a note of anything that does not work as expected. Our team can help diagnose the next step.

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