Game console repair

Regarding the Nintendo Switch: the LCD screen lacks a backlight. The console boots up, emits sound, and responds to touch or button inputs, but the LCD appears to function only…

The fan is not spinning, and the Joy-Cons are not charging. Fan not spinning. Joy-Cons not charging. Fan circuit issue. You can use a voltage injection technique to briefly apply…

Fixed the issue where the touchscreen would not work after replacing the game cartridge slot. No touchscreen functionality after replacing the game cartridge slot. If your console is hackable, launch…

No power at all. There could be various issues involving the M92T36, P13USB, BQ24193, battery fuel gauge IC (MAX17050), or MAX77620AEWJ and related components. Check for continuity in the coils…

Fixed an issue where the device had no power; the charger drew only 0.2A at 15V, with the voltage gradually dropping. Without the battery connected, the current draw was ~0.275A…

No power. Requires 15V @ 0.2A. Long-pressing the power button might trigger a "shutdown" state, causing the current to drop to 0.1A. It might even respond to a restart attempt,…

Fixed an issue where the Switch would only charge using a 5V cable. It would only charge with a 5V cable. The culprit was the M92T36 chip. Replace it.

An orange screen of death on the Nintendo Switch is a fatal flaw. Contrary to popular belief, this problem is not software-related and requires a more complex repair than a…

The Nintendo Switch's cooling system is complex, sharing resources with the Joy-Cons that power the Joy-Cons rails. Overheating Joy-Con Issues If the console displays an overheat warning signal and eventually…