Introduction
This guide demonstrates how to replace the home button of your EasySMX ESM-9100 game controller. A probable reason for the home button not working is that it has become misaligned within the controller and no longer hits the sensor on the circuit board. Misalignment of the outer shell pieces may cause or contribute to this issue. If attempting to realign the Home button without disassembly has not worked, the next step is to access the controller internals to align it. To do so, follow this simple guide to replace or realign the home button of your EasySMX ESM-9100 game controller. Since this will require working closely with the internal electronics, be careful not to damage them to avoid making the controller entirely unresponsive.
Before you begin this repair, ensure that the controller is unplugged from the console or PC.
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Place the controller face down on a solid surface.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the seven 10 mm screws from the back cover.
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Use the iFixit opening tool to pry off the back cover and remove it to reveal the internal components.
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Place the cover off to the side, then grab the circuit board and gently remove it from the front cover.
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Press on the home button from the front of the top cover to pop it through.
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Gently remove it from the backside of the top cover.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
