Where is Screw for PS5?
Wondering where the PS5 stand screw is hiding? You‘re not alone. This essential attachment point is concealed underneath a plastic plug at the base of the console. Read on as I fully detail this quirky design choice by Sony and provide crystal-clear advice for safely adding vertical stability to your PlayStation 5.
The Hunt for the Mysterious PS5 Screw
Flip your PS5 upside down to expose the bottom side housing ports, vents, and – yes – one subtle yet crucially important screw access point. Look closer…see that little plastic circle nearby the pronged stand bracket? That cap is concealing the threaded screw hole necessary for fixing on the including standing accessory.
You‘ll need to remove this plug to reveal the attachment screw. Use your fingertips to grasp the edges and pull straight outward from the surface, slowly applying increasing force if needed. Be cognizant of surrounding ports – accidentally damaging these could impair functionality down the road.
[Image 1 – Screw plug location] [Image 2 – Gently removing plastic cap]Phew, now you have access to the screw needed to make your PlayStation vertical installation nice and sturdy! But what specifications does this sneaky fastener have? Let‘s analyze further.
PS5 Stand Screw Sizing and Details
Sony decided to fit the PlayStation 5 with a black M3 x 16mm screw to enable add-ons like the matching perpendicular stand. For those less familiar with screw sizing terminology:
- M3 = 3mm diameter shaft
- 16mm = 16mm length from base to end
- Phillips/cross head drive
This offers ample threading to hold the detached stand bracket firmly in place. I would advise against substituting longer screws that could penetrate internal components. Too short and you risk stability issues. M3 variants between 12-16mm should be suitable if your original screw goes missing or becomes damaged.
Now let‘s get down to actually connecting our PS5 stand!
[Data table showing assorted screw sizes and components for electronics]Step-by-Step PS5 Vertical Stand Installation
With screw in hand ready to insert, align your PlayStation vertical bracket to the corresponding socket housing along the console bottom. You should notice a seamless fit when properly positioning the cylindrical ports.
[Multi-angle stand fitting images]Apply light downward force to keep the stand firmly adjoined. Then take your Phillips screwdriver (a #1 should suffice) and tighten the M3 x 16mm screw through BOTH aligned segments. I recommend a snug, secured hold, but be wary over over-torquing as you risk damaging threaded plastic. Shoot for approximately 6 screw turns once initial contact is made.
And…done! Your PS5 will now have vastly improved vertical stability while occupying a smaller horizontal footprint. However, later down the road, manipulating this screw becomes pivotal for enhancing storage too…
Moving the Screw for SSD Expansion Cards
As an avid PlayStation supporter since the very first console, storage needs are all too familiar. Game file sizes continue ballooning – call me old, but I remember when a few megabytes was considered massive! Thankfully Sony built internal M.2 SSD expansion right into the PS5 blueprint.
But upgrading capacity requires delicate screw maneuvers. See, an SSD slot cover screw comes pre-installed from the factory. Its positioning depends on your solid state drive length:
[Data table matching common SSD sizes to corresponding screw holes]So when the time comes to boost your blazing-fast storage with a Samsung 980 Pro or other PCIe 4.0 card, you‘ll swap over this protective screw to properly secure it. Our original vertical stand anchor now pulls double duty! Hectic opening and closing sessions risk loss or damage however. Please exercise great care.
Follow my SSD upgrade tutorial for full details on safe installation without compromising Sony‘s warranty.
Weighing PS5 Vertical vs. Horizontal Alignment
Sony reassures us either upright or sideways console placement should avoid overheating issues plaguing past generations. But YouTube testing shows some slight divergence in fan speeds and chassis temperatures:
Vertical alignment permits marginally improved airflow by a few degrees Celsius. I chalk this up to hot air rising more freely upwards past large internal vapor chambers. Sony also relies on liquid metal thermal paste keeping the crucial AMD processor chill.
Of course, entertainment center sizing and shelf limitations may mandate horizontal installations regardless. Just allow ample clearance at sides and back for venting. Any players still rocking their base PS4 systems should consider the upgrade just for vastly lower fan noise!
Let me know down below which alignment you prefer for aesthetic or functional reasons. I‘m torn between easier disc access horizontal and the awesome profile stance of going vertical. Maybe Sony will eventually sell customizable shell "skins" like with their PS4 accessories. Fingers crossed!
Preparing for Future PS5 Add-Ons and Peripherals
Although no officially licensed accessories exist beyond the HD camera, headset, and media remote, third parties are doubtlessly planning future releases spanning charging docks, external SSDs, vertical cooling stands, pro controllers, racing wheels, and more.
I‘ll be sure to cover compatibility, including the necessary screw or mount types needed. Most should interface through common Phillips-head or hex bolts sizes. But outlier components like wheels or flight sticks may require specialty inputs or ports.
Consider scoping out the high-performance Thrustmaster T248 racing combo for PS5 and PC…this bad boy serves up magnetic paddle shifts alongside extensive wheel/pedal controls for ultra-realism. No word yet on securing it though – an articulating arm bracket seems likely.
Of course with Sony just now easing supply constraints, companies are still gauging market demand before rolling out accessories. This makes informational speculation difficult. Stay tuned to PS Universe as I report back with hands-on testing of upcoming releases!
In Closing – Handle With Care!
Hopefully discovering the concealed vertical stand screw proved illuminating! Always take care when manipulating internal PS5 hardware as Sony prefers official servicing to retain your warranty protections. But common-sense installations of their expandable SSD drive or external add-ons seems permissible.
Did I miss any other questions on locating and safely utilizing this multi-purpose fastener? What other accessories would you like to see compatible for PlayStation 5 in the near future? Let me know in the comments below!
