How to open an XBOX 360 controller without a special screwdriver.

Tired of the T8H screws? you can literally get around the problem of the pin in the middle of it.

Step 1: Supplies

One thing. Just get a 2mm slotted (flathead) driver, preferrably electronics grade.

Comments

[anarchia666]

Very thanks for tip man! It's working very well :)

[sdally]

If you have pushed down the center button in the screw use a 5/64 Allen key and you should be able to get the screw out you may even be able to use the Allen key even if the screw is not pushed down I just did this yesterday so I know it works.

[kwest2]

ya but what happens when the little thing sticking out of the screw in the middle brakes should i use a T8H screwdriver?

[1337pino]

I had a couple of mine break. I then switched to a 2.4mm flathead. If you can get it lined up with the middle, and you keep at it, it will come out.

[melanton]

It's a good read, use this method at your own risk.

My bit snapped on the fourth screw. Thank you Lifetime guarantee....

I'm going to replace it and buy that special one.

[tyeo098]

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Torx T8 was 2.99USD on ebay, shipped.

But im always a fan of using the flathead to open stars.
Thats how I open HDD's!

[bwpatton1]

LOL you actually use a screw driver to open hard drives, I take a powerdrill and drill through the screws.
Works great!

[BuffaloNickel]

this is more so you dont have to go and buy one, you can use a driver you already have. (hopefully)

[lemonie]

You should edit the tags to include references to T8H screws, as this doesn't just apply to XBOX 360 controllers it's got wider usefulness.

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