Dreamcast:Controller Fuse Replacement
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This tutorial goes over how to replace the F1 fuse for the controller ports on a Dreamcast. The fuse can be blown by unplugging a controller while the console is powered on, so this mod replaces the stock fuse with a fuse that will reset itself after a couple minutes should it be blown again.
Requirements
The following materials are required for this mod:
- Replacement fuse. This tutorial will be using this one
- Soldering iron, solder, and flux
- Desoldering equipment, such as a desoldering gun, desolder pump, or wick
Installation
- Remove the top cover of the Dreamcast. IFixIt has a helpful guide here with pictures on how to remove the top cover if needed.
- Once the top cover is off remove the 4 Philips screws holding the board into place.
- Gently remove the controller cable as well as unplug the fan so that the board can be removed from the case.
- This is the fuse we will be replacing. Turn the board over and desolder the two legs of the fuse, as shown here:
- Insert the replacement fuse and solder it into place. Enjoy!
