Lenovo x1 extreme, no power, a proper hard motherboard repair

[@venerandarain3]

The Highest Lvl of repairment i've ever seen on Sorin's channel. Welldone Sir Sorin.

[@Naz_gul5]

Bro you haven't seen the ASUS desktop motherboard with a missing component he repaired some time back,it was insane

[@brunozimmermann4550]

Agree. Best repair ever !

[@vahapkarademir4666]

@@Naz_gul5 please link

[@repairstudio4940]

​@@Naz_gul5like 2 videos ago he spent forever on one he couldn't fix, it was "proper dead"...in his own words for the description he's said it was like a level 9 Non-repair!

[@weerobot]

"The Board is Begging me to use a Wire..."🤣

[@Negiku]

It's a proper callibrated one so it's fine 😂

[@lucabarbolovici4974]

"Sorin please" 😂😂

[@repairstudio4940]

"You say dodgy no, no, it's not dodgy..." 😂🎉

[@giorgostexnikos6976]

sorin does not have enough subscribers for this kind of high level repair.you wont find many of these kinds of technicians.thanks sorin.

[@ДимитърАндонов-ъ7е]

that was very hard job, the customer should have said what was done to the board, so you wont confuse yourself and loose precious time... in this repair you needed a lot of tools and knowledge to have it done, without the battery analyzer you probably would have not fixed the laptop, good job master Sorin!

[@jereviikari109]

It's comparable to medicine. A new doctor needs to know what has been done previously and why, before ordering new medication or changing existing prescriptions.

[@Struktualnyj]

Customer don't know what was done to the board.

[@maklogetrich2378]

​@@Struktualnyjat least customer can say it's been to other shop or someone tried to repair it

[@Struktualnyj]

@@maklogetrich2378 he wrote that it was in another shop and they tried to replace the mosfet but failed in repair.

[@HaugenGjelle]

Without battery analyzer you'd probably just buy a new battery, or open it and check voltage and fuses

[@krasimirmitev2573]

If number on the MOSFET is ending on 2,4,6,8 then it's a channel N, if is on 1,3,5,7,9 then it's a channel P MOSFET

[@salvamipc]

We know that. My guess is Sorin though the previous shop, fitted the wrong mosfet

[@bhoot1702]

+1 ​@@salvamipc

[@flinfaraday1821]

Thanks.

[@mr_anonymous_3535]

@@krasimirmitev2573 is there mosfets that ends on number 0?

[@XantheFIN]

@@salvamipc Ah good you talk for all of us. I didnt yet myself just honestly speaking.

[@axelbitter]

What a hard repair! I like your job and your mood: you work slow, using your experience and your brain, without jumping to conclusions. Nice attitude!!

[@vincepirozzi9603]

I don't take computers that others have worked on where the repair was not successful. Way too many uncertainties. Fantastic job Sorin! That was the most advanced component level repair I have ever seen! 😮

[@orange11squares]

what if they lie to you and you discover after they leave, you tell them that you discovered someone worked before, and they say you lie. Problematic indeed.

[@moldo8811]

@@orange11squaresyou just say “sorry can’t be fixed”

[@orange11squares]

@@moldo8811 interesting , might be a good way out without to much details.

[@bhoot1702]

Well in this case customer lied

[@zegolaa]

الشخص الوحيد في اليوتوب الذي استطيع متابعة مقاطعه لاكتر من ساعة دون ملل تشرفني متابعتك

[@يحيىسرمد-ص5ن]

عربي ؟

[@zegolaa]

@@يحيىسرمد-ص5ن نعم فخر الصناعة ملحد لعلمك لكن يسرني لقائك

[@ElMariachi1337]

Yes Sorin you will lose when someone worked on the board before, but after watching so many of your video's I think there is a part in Sorin that likes a challnge and doesn't give up easily and it's pretty obvious this part won in todays video. But don't worry there is still plenty of easy pizza's on the laptop repair menu in the future! This one may have cost you time, but it's still a learning experience. Also maybe a tip and try to prepare some contra battery connectors with wires instead of hooking the battery straight on the reader, might save you from having those weird battery pins not properly connecting faults.

[@Intermedia911]

This channel is simply underrated... this is free schooling + fun

[@faketerror8844]

I just discovered this channel as I started to do some repairs. I also finally understand why Alex from NF is just good at soldering and not at actual repairs. These videos are cracking me up, you're so good... I love the fact that someone uses the knowlege about electronics while repairing it, not just deeming it as a no fix when something is too hard to understand. Keep up the good work man! 😃

[@hedpt]

You should noticed the customers (before starting your repair) that if you find evidence of someone previously worked on the laptop the price of the repair will increase, and more, you have video evidence of that so you should be protected. In my case, i would like to know how much time you spend on the repair and be charged acordingly. Nice work 👌

[@MrDinakdakan]

because of a hardjob I watched all ads without skipping

[@fellpower]

he made enough money with the repair ^^

[@Winter-is-coming1]

Hey boss, great video, amazing skills and yes you should charge more- people will pay for knowledge A tip on hownto handle pricing in such situations We own a repair shop and we never provide a quoted to the customer prior to final diagnoztics Yes- you need to work hard to find out if it's fixable or not but only once we are 90% sure we can fix a motherboard we will contact the customer with pricing To begin with- we always give a range foe pricing and explain that price difference is in time and parts we need to replace Customers do understand especially when the computer price is expensive- they rather pay 200-600$ then buying a 2000$ laptop or more U r too humble, and should start enjoying yiyr skills Time is money As simple as it sounds U can do 10-15 repairs per month and receive laptops from all around the world Save the energy on customer that don't like to pay, have more time off and more money per repair U deserve much more respect Cheers boss Love your video We learn a lot form u 1

[@Mark_C1]

Wow, what a battle. Been watching for well over a year now and am constantly impressed with your tenacity and ingenuity. Really enjoyed the breakdown at the end. You’ve spent a lot of time and therefore money too, but also you have highlighted the pain of taking on stuff that has been butchered before. Still, you did it ! Thanks for sharing your journey

[@rasclew3937]

love watching this guy. he is like a finely tuned hunting dog that does not give up until his prey has been resolved.

[@NnowhaHomaluv-vw9qc]

If i were you I'd ask the customer for more money because it's your right 1st he told you (no one worked on it before) when clearly someone did, and 2nd you fixed the blown up fuse on the battery's board 3rd you've unlocked the battery and lastly you've charged the Bios battery (which no one do such a thing) and MOST IMPORTANTLY YOU'VE SPEND A LOT OF TIME {And Like They Say TIME IS MONEY} IT'S NOT GREED IT'S YOUR RIGHT AND LIKE I SAID IF I WERE YOU I'D HAVE TAKEN MORE MONEY ON THE REPAIR By The Way I'm 32 years old and i work with phones but it's not making me that much money and I'm not greedy like my fellow coworkers so I'm learning FROM YOU how to fix laptops too [SO THANK YOU SO MUCH SIR AND GOD BLESS YOU EVERY SECOND] THANKS AGAIN

[@moldo8811]

This time the laptop was dodging the repair. Hard one indeed, the battery analyser was also necessary this time. Proper calibrated job Sorin! Well done

[@rytisbertulis3325]

This is the best video you have ever uploaded on this channel. I have watched every minute with a great pleasure.

[@ElectronicsUDR]

so i watched the full video. im impressed you have so much patience. i am also in the field of electronics repair, but that was such a mess. props to you for reviving this device. well done

[@meksstudio733]

Great repair work Sorin. I was happy you got the job done after spending so much time. Your patience and attitude towards completing this repair is something to admire. Your videos inspire alot. Thank you.

[@jalalyn]

So much energy deployed. Thank you 🙏

[@nikkopt]

Great job Sorin. It wasn't that long ago when you used the battery analyzer and it also messed up the pins and was giving you problems diagnosing why it wasn't charging.

[@mihainegru491]

I think this is one of the best videos in your collection! Congratulations Sorin!

[@perkulant4629]

Thought for a second the next video would start with “ok, so today we have a proper nice microscope”.

[@moldo8811]

I’m still wondering what he did with the pliers 🤣🤣

[@migor777]

😂

[@TheElectronicDilettante]

😂

[@miroslavstevic2036]

Bravo Sorin. We know you loose time, but we like to watch challenging repairs like this one. Quick repairs with shorted caps are boring to watch.

[@alessandrovirdis520]

Long and tricky one, but what a satisfaction in the end!!! Amazing job👏🏻👏🏻

[@marianhurjui2830]

Heartiest congratulations. It is as if we are repairing together with you.

[@joseph_donovan]

Bravo Sorin for you tenacity, humility and determination! Thank you for sharing!

[@sneekgaming]

Dude your a laptop genius! Love your videos!

[@andytipping70]

excellent video - loved the fact that the board had Master Sorin's trousers down lol - More of these difficult ones please buddy.

[@kaybizzybizzy-p3z]

I Respect your patience and skills. I've never followed through a repair video like this one faithfully to the end😅😅 SALUTE!!! SALUTE!! That was super work and honest review at the end plus the (Financial charges for such a task, considering you'd already agreed at the charges prior) Awesome 💯

[@7_of_9]

I have this laptop, it's a beast and gets hotter than my oven even with a fan spinning like an airplane engine! First day of using it the BIOS update killed the machine completely and had to send it back for repairs.

[@aima800tube]

Really this laptop is a very hard job but with your patience you have done it. Excellent work 🎉

[@rancillinmontgomery2480]

Heard that pop when you plugged in the battery I thought your “calibrated fuse” blew but you didn’t say anything 😝. Learned a lot.

[@DracoMcGuyver]

Sorin, Great job as always.

[@IkaruzZuraki]

29:37 I hate computers so much, it's unreal 😂 Just found the channel and really enjoying the educational value provided in your content! Have my subscription, sir!

[@nuckenfutz9983]

This one was a wild ride. Real interesting - thanks for sharing

[@mm0077]

Great job albeit learned from mistakes and your perseverance to success. Humble in the process and good learning for all.

[@JoePalmers]

Great Job Master ! High end level repair, as always . Cheers !

[@joaomiguelxs]

Well done, that was a rabbit hole indeed!

[@erdaler1682]

perfect calibrated fuse, Mr. Sorin thank you so much..

[@easypr]

Sorin like always , solving problems with magic hands better than facrory 🙏

[@Dohcoms]

A tough one, well done!

[@helpinghandalmere1]

First time watching your channel, love how you are explaining the details of how you are analysing the problem. Regards from Holland.👍

[@hansregli8678]

Well done, Sorin. Very interesting case. I was surprised that you did not focus on the loose track near the battery charging MosFet and didn't even glue it back to the board and possibly put some solder on it. Also, a BIOS battery replacement would have been good. But still, a hard case.

[@naeemn45]

This board has not been worked on is understatement. This board was used as a one night stand by previous cowboy.

[@hieroben]

A very interesting video, thank you. That's the thing with these tricky faults: I understand that you are getting frustrated considering how little money you can charge for this job. But for your KZbin-channel, it might be a good thing. The video is more interesting and you can show off your skills. I hope this video is going to do well.

[@michaelgay562]

You have good patience with your customers.

[@audrimars]

Thanks .. Your comments helped me alot

[@ivansteenkamp499]

Never a dull moment. Nice one

[@tafadzwamusekiwa659]

Hahaha Sorin should never retire, you make my day lol, this Board is begging me😂😂😂😂

[@natanielsoares702]

very good video Sorin! You can analyze the device before giving a price, and charge a repair attempt fee, in cases like this where someone has already attempted repairs on this device, it is up to the customer to decide to risk the repair.

[@jaimecosta2966]

I am glad you fix it i watched the hole vídeo.. no Wonder the chop gave up.. also i bet it feals good that you have fixe it.. saying that i was in london last may went to a repair store they had your vídeos on the lCD brilhante ..wish you well

[@pouletfritesmayoboucher1585]

just a hard job ! with no "we have picture !" to make you smile :-)) you are the best

[@GoldPlate29]

That was an absolute adventure! Lot of things learned. Thanks!

[@JohnSmyth-xl7in]

Great educational video taking on a laptop already worked on. Never see charging of the non rechargeable bios battery before😀See you on the next one.

[@signalcabin]

Great Lesson @1:05:00 about DOUBT setting in. Bear this in mind.

[@theothergameygamer]

Great detective work and hopefully you replaced the "properly calibrated battery fuse" with a boring uncalibrated but proper fuse. These kind of customer issues are easiest to resolve ahead of time. Inform the customer ahead of time that flat rate depends on the condition that it had not been worked on previously and if previous work is discovered the customer will be contacted to decide either the labor rate becomes an hourly charge (with a cap) or the laptop is returned without attempt to repair.

[@nova99866]

Hello. What do you do if screws are stuck not turning?

[@skysurfhf]

@sorin One the beginning you should check if on input circuit on the MOSFETs if 2 the gates has continued, and then you will realize that the 2 MOSFETs was channel N, because the two gates was link 🔗 together. That was you first mistake... 😅 And the job will be much shorter... Thanks for sharing your knowledge... greattings from Portugal 🇵🇹 🌟

[@mr.hahmed138]

Very nice video it's very useful for me . thank you so much from Egypt

[@docfoot316]

Very clever fellow ,as the board had many problems ,Well done .

[@wisher21uk]

Wow Sorin you certainly know your stuff, I really enjoyed the video thank you so much 😊

[@mharszkietv]

thank you for the knowledge you've share to us master tech.

[@shahhabibi-j2n]

thank you so much for the nice video. I really appreciate it so now I want to be a laptop repair technician.😃😃😃

[@RadimPolasek]

you're a magician 😮 what an amazing job 👍

[@perkulant4629]

Great job Sorin!

[@eyesonworld]

great job , we need more like this video

[@cfamozcomputermetropolis7191]

Thank you master sorin

[@AnonymousRepair]

time stamp 53:00 The BQ24780s does not supply input mosfets with gate voltage it`s done by the ThinkEngine chip, The bq24780s is only for charging

[@Nebbia_affaraccimiei]

yeah also he had still 3.8v with the new BQ, is it possible that chip detects if mosfet is off the board and it wont send the signal driving it?

[@tomasmolina8617]

Great video a lot to learn i recommend it. Thank you sorin.

[@tunglam117]

BIG regard for uncle!

[@NamkhanaaPhotography]

Excellent Job Sir🎉🎉

[@SunriseComputech]

Great Job Sir. Love for Bhutan

[@JAU-eh6qo]

wow this one you doing great..👏👏👏 this one is the best challenging fix...your the best..👏👏👏 best 🍕 pizza 🍕 ever ...

[@Radek__]

good work Sorin, BUT what about RTC/bios battery at 1:00:25 ? you left it empty, on a expensive gaming laptop? now the client will deal with cleared bios settings all the time? That battery should be replaced (if this is a standard battery) or charging circuit should be fixed (if this is a chargeable battery and the circuit is not charging). LOL

[@Bogdan.Benett]

Amazing, great, great, great work!

[@DaBaker1]

A learning curve you must remember. I took 3 weeks to fix an issue no other could solve, and got the same job 12 yrs later. Couldn't fix it because I forgot.

[@paulenas]

that screw shorted on mainboard, that's very very often seen on lenovo notebooks

[@Mediastart89]

Ahahaha you kill me with "Here is a perfectly calibrate fuse !"

[@hichemhich1786]

god of repair, gj sorin you win 💪

[@LaptopDoctor]

Repairs with too many faults factors are very difficult to tackle. good job.

[@rfr653]

Good job mate

[@strawman9410]

Don't mean to insult you but circuit is pronounced SIRKIT not sirquit. Thanks for sharing your work 👍🇬🇧

[@ger-e5496]

Real King.

[@saarike]

Nice video!!! Thank you

[@Mediastart89]

Thank you so much for this video, realy interesting.

[@BootedTech]

Most times I will always check charging mosfet and charger chip when no charging. I want that battery checker thou, it's just too much for the amount of batteries I would need to repair. As for previous work jobs, I do a bench check (charge a fee) and usually NO, if the re-work was bad or charge extra!

[@zoranbakotic3029]

Bravo Sorin ❤❤

[@juanrincon6576]

Amazing video

[@jayrajc]

Simply wonderful

[@exodus3046]

That was brilliant

[@foxfoxboyboy]

41:55 maybe because that shorted second mosfet is shorted so I guess that BQ chip is blown due to mosfet is shorted.

[@dmtgoodboy8063]

Hi, definetely it is best always to call customer and tell about findings like previus repairs to avoid any issues and also disguss the price for the job and extra risks. Every single customer trying to make it cheapest and will go much more dodgy than just using a wire :)))

[@lucataszarek8782]

Hello🤝OMG insane repair master it's only one Sorin👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👋👋👋👋👋👋👋🍕

[@ashnab80]

GOOOOOD Great job

[@K-tech-ngl]

wonderful job...

[@orion310591RS]

Try to use spring probe, on that MBL for battery. Terminals are too big obviously, if you can get those probes they have springs and will not damage any connector. You can use literally clothespin, to catch connector from battery and put probe on it.

[@KossiNOUMAGNO]

great Job !