Introduction
In this guide we have a MSI Force GC30 V2, model number/name is MSI Force GC30 V2 and we are replacing the D-Pad (Directional Pad). The D-Pad is a directional controller for the controller itself or it could also be used for various other inputs. The D-Pad may become damaged with prolonged use or rough play. The MSI Force GC30 V2 also has an alternate D-Pad that comes with the controller you can use with this guide. One symptom of a bad D-Pad is no game input when pressing the D-Pad.
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Puncture the sticker where indicated using a screwdriver, then remove the 9.1 mm-long Phillips screw.
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Remove the six 9.2 mm-long Phillips #0 screws.
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Insert an opening pick in the gap between the front and rear case.
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Slide the pick around the perimeter of the controller while prying until it fully releases.
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Use blunt tweezers to disconnect both of the vibration motor connectors from the motherboard.
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Carefully remove both the right and left vibration motors from their housing.
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Remove the 7.1 mm-long screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
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Remove the 7 mm-long screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
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Carefully lift the motherboard out of its housing.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
