How to Disassemble DS

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Tip 1 - How to Open and take apart a Nintendo DS Lite

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Thecore | permalink

So you're bored with you Nintendo DS Lite. There hasn't been a lot of software support lately, the 3DSi is so far away and the normal DSi not worth the upgrade... how to add some zest to your portable gaming life? Why not put a new case on it? This video will show you how to take apart a DS Lite completely, allowing you to put it back together in a new case like a Talismoon or do whatever else you want to do to it now that you have it open. Step-by-step pictures here. Oh, what, you want to know how to put it back together now? Fine, here ya go.

For further reading: http://nintendo-ds.wonderhowto.com/how-to/open-and-take-apart-nintendo-ds-lite-381986/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - Opening up the bottom shell

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Doug Visscher | permalink

Start with the bottom half! Flip the console over, with the battery compartment at the right.Remove the battery cover and take the battery out. There ...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/Repairing-a-Nintendo-DS-Lite/step1/Opening-up-the-bottom-shell/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - Replace your Nintendo DS Lite Shell

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Michael Rodenas | permalink

I recently purchased a crystal clear DS lite replacement shell from dealextreme.com for a little over $16.00. You can buy replacement shells from many...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/Replace-your-Nintendo-DS-Lite-Shell/ ^[3]

Tip 4 - DS Lite Repair

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Malhavic | permalink

This Nintendo DS Lite was released in 2006 as the successor to the Nintendo DS. Getting inside this device is simple, making for easy fixes.
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For further reading: https://www.ifixit.com/Device/Nintendo_DS_Lite ^[4]

Tip 5 - Nintendo DSi Teardown

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Mark Kostur | permalink

Tags: Nintendo DSi Teardown, Nintendo DSi, Parts, Tools, Free Repair Guides, Manual, Teardowns

For further reading: https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nintendo%2BDSi%2BTeardown/714 ^[5]

Tip 6 - How to Take Apart Your Nintendo DS and Safely Put It Back Together

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Irving Frans | permalink

Ever wanted to wonder what the inside of a DS looks like? Want to open it to see? then read on reader... Remove a two rubber tabs on the back side of Nintendo DS, and open the battery cover using the Quatro-wing screwdriver.
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For further reading: http://www.wikihow.com/Take-Apart-Your-Nintendo-DS-and-Safely-Put-It-Back-Together ^[6]