PlayStation 5 • Board Reference
PS5 UART Pinouts
UART location references for PlayStation 5 motherboard revisions EDM-010 / EDM-020, EDM-03x and EDM-04x+. Built as a FixGameTech technical reference for diagnostics and board-level repair.
UART Pinout References
This page organizes the PS5 UART pinout and location references used for diagnostic access during console repair. The reference separates the information into three motherboard groups: EDM-010 / EDM-020, EDM-03x and EDM-04x+.
Important: UART work is for experienced repair technicians. Confirm voltage level and ground before connecting any adapter.
EDM-010 / EDM-020 UART Location
PS5 Fat board family
| Board group | EDM-010 / EDM-020 |
|---|---|
| Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Use | UART diagnostic reference |
| Source label | EDM-010/EDM020 UART |
Use the visible markings and annotated image to identify the UART pads before connecting a USB-to-TTL adapter.
Image reference: Console Service Tool.
EDM-03x UART Location
Later PS5 board revision
| Board group | EDM-03x |
|---|---|
| Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Use | UART diagnostic reference |
| Source label | EDM-03x+ UART |
Verify the exact board revision before using this reference. Pad location changes between PS5 motherboard families.
Image reference: Console Service Tool.
EDM-04x+ UART Location
Updated PS5 board family
| Board group | EDM-04x+ |
|---|---|
| Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Use | UART diagnostic reference |
| Source label | EDM-04x+ UART |
Use this board-family reference only when the motherboard revision matches the EDM-04x+ group.
Image reference: Console Service Tool.
Safety Warning
Do not connect unknown voltage directly to the motherboard. Wrong voltage, reversed TX/RX assumptions, poor grounding or accidental shorts can permanently damage the console.
Reference source: Console Service Tool PS5 UART Pinout References.