I Bought a FAULTY SNES Mini With NO POWER | Can I FIX It?

I paid £30 for this Super Nintendo Classic Mini on from off eBay. It was listed as no power, doesn't turn on!
Let's try and fix it!
Hope you enjoy!
Steve
PS. I'm not an expert in repairs at all. I do this for fun, and it may not be the best or safest way to go about repairing broken stuff. I'm pretty good at melting plastic though. Please don't copy me - I'm an idiot.
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[@StezStixFix]

Stupid Super Nintendo Entertainment System Nintendo Classic Mini

[@corksfinestfinds3912]

Stupid sexy Super Nintendo Chalmers.

[@welshfinn1]

Not just a snes mini, but a modified snes mini. Nice

[@bufordmaddogtannen]

Stupid people plugging power banks supplying 15V that end up blowing fuses. I'd look into using a resettabble fuse and converting the usb port to usb-c. There are female breakout boards with resistors to do that.

[@Rick-hx1ne]

Super stupid games that working fantastic 👍

[@mwk1]

Dave was so calm and quiet this time ;-)

[@Hogwarts.Failure]

Those fuses are fastblow smd fuses, the letter stands for amp rating. K = 1.5A

[@jasonmccomb280]

Nice to see a new video! I am retired and your channel among others (tronicsfix, Borderline OCD, et al.) has inspired me to mod and fix game consoles and controllers. Bought my first soldering station and a magnifying glass setup. SO far I have only modded controllers and it is a lot of fun.

[@AcornElectron]

I hope you also follow ‘My Mate Vince’. He does some interesting stuff.

[@jasonmccomb280]

@@AcornElectron Thanks for the suggestion! I love watching these videos and building and fixing things is fun.

[@thedagenator2006]

Might I suggest my mate Vince? Very good friends with Steve as well

[@Stuey182]

Along with the other suggestions of My Mate Vince (fully agreed), I'd recommend Odd Tinkering for the console repair/restoration too.

[@Nick-qz8do]

The solid test is one of my favorite parts 😂 and of course the flying away of components always makes me LOL 😆

[@Mymatevince]

Nicely done Steve!

[@MarkVletter]

Heej Steve. You have been struggling with finding the right fuses on multiple repairs now. Maybe a smd fuse kit is one for the gift/wish list. You'll have half an alphabet to sort stuff out 😅 (using glass fuses was a cool repair job 🤔)

[@MrBorisio]

You need a meter that says good out loud rather than beeping

[@Hammarsand]

Solid!

[@Den-nd6xn]

😂

[@doorwhisperer]

Salad

[@Inugamiz]

Waiiiiit... I also have a faulty mini SNES that didn't turn on and now I check happen to have the same dead fuse. Now I need to find who sells those fuses and repair it. Thanks Steve!

[@danielross868]

A "K" SMD fuse is 1.5A. All ( as far as I am aware) SMD fuses are coded with letter to denote the amp rating. Not sure of the one you are using to replace but the number "3" on it probably denotes 3A?. Therefore you are replacing a protection fuse with "double" what its meant to be. Not much fire risk, but more a risk to other components on PCB if something goes wrong..

[@stephensublett7159]

I was thinking the same thing. 3 meaning 3a. As long as the proper power supply is used then other components shouldnt fry LOL Anything larger than 2a....... fizzzzz

[@VanisherXP]

@@stephensublett7159 Whatever the power supply CAN put out in amps doesn't matter, as long as it's the correct voltage. Just because the power supply is 3a or whatever doesn't mean the circuit resistance will make it's power draw take the whole 3a, as long as the voltage it's rated for its correct. In this case 5v from USB.

[@flandrble]

@@VanisherXP *unregulated 5V 3A power supply enters the chat.

[@lazyhominid]

@@flandrble Even that won't matter. As long as it's 5V, the machine will draw as many mA as it needs, and the rest will be resting in the PSU.

[@flandrble]

@@lazyhominid and then your mains voltage spikes :P

[@CidZombie]

Brand: Littelfuse Voltage Rating: 6 V Hold Current: 1.5 A Marking Code: K(1.5A) Package Size: 1206 (3216 metric) Application: Surface Mount

[@OperationDecoded]

Unfortunately that information is incorrect. I did order a fuse with this information but it turned out to be bigger than the original and as such you can't solder it...

[@lucho3410]

I absolutely love your channel. So much so you've inspired me to do the same as a hobby!! I've already done electronic fixes before so I have a decent amount of experience. The satisfaction of bringing an electronic device back to life is so satisfying.

[@chrisj2848]

Perfect Steve. I approve of the use of "non standard" replacement parts. 👍

[@StezStixFix]

🤣 awesome! Thanks Chris 👍

[@root42]

Problem might be that this fuse triggers too early or too late… knowing the amperage the SNES draws at most one could pick a proper replacement I guess…

[@DavidLeeKersey]

If only electric manufactures would publish semantics and show where fuses were and their information. Like they use to.

[@Kiowan918]

It doesn't take long to find it, K is 1.5a, it's now a 3amp fuse (the switch has to power an lcd display too so uses more power) . It'll work but it's probably not wise especially given the 1.5a fuse blew for a reason, so now if it happens again it'll hit 3a before it blows which could cause irreparable damage. Worth swapping it for the correct one.

[@root42]

@@Kiowan918 I thought so. I would have assumed you can look up the SNES power rating, slap 20% on top and get a matching fuse.

[@MrMurdock2021]

Very good fix it's good to watch your fixes it gives me confidence to fix my console

[@SalaciousBCrumb-rr3jn]

Love your channel Steve , came across it about a week ago and can't get enough of it . Great stuff .

[@marcrics]

Nice it's modded with extra titles too. Result.

[@devttyUSB0]

I like how at @12:53 the smoke is still rising from the battle field. :) Nice fix!!

[@StezStixFix]

🤣 yeah, I noticed that. I did have my fume extractor on, but maybe I should've left it on a bit longer! 😅

[@KisoX]

I was worried a little bit :D

[@Daffydubs]

Thanks for teaching me so much man, foreal I've fixed several consoles now with various problems from how SOLID your channel is!

[@pyro707]

Where did you find the chip smd with low “V” I’m unable to find a 5V , mostly 32V. What did you use?

[@wisher21uk]

Brilliant fix Steve thanks for the upload

[@captcraig777]

Nice find! The fuse did its job for sure.

[@henryb610]

I have a dead SNES mini collecting dust since forever, will check it out. Thanks for the video.

[@Momanic]

It was satisfying seeing you fix that console! You did amazing!

[@vraspus]

Hello Steve. When it comes to soldering small smc components such as this fuse, I think using a pair of soldering tweezers would be easier and less messy. Its basically a soldering iron but it is also a tweezer (shocker!), so you just grab the component with it and stick it in place and voila, its on there! Its much handier imo than using a heat gun for these types of parts. Just google YIHUA 938D (the one I use right now, it is ok to use) and you will see what I mean. Writing this in case you didnt know it existed. Love your vids!

[@jumpingmanjim]

Even a regular iron would be easier than using the hot air.

[@UserUser-ww2nj]

I watched a video earlier where someone made a soldering iron tip for doing this , just copper tube of the right diameter , cut out the center so you have two prongs , one for each side and it worked perfectly

[@hotpotato9118]

Love your videos 😊 you bring alot of joy and laughter in every one! Thankyou so much

[@pfear8340]

Your content is always so entertaining 😃. Keep up the good work 👏

[@kdailey4315]

Congrats on 100K!!! Didn't even notice the plaque last week.

[@pixelpuppy]

I always look forward to your videos! Console repairs especially!

[@steveohim]

Can you do a video on how to find shorts on a circuit board etc? Step by step, the different components and what they do? As someone interested in fault finding, I’m always watching your videos thinking, how does he test for shorts? What settings the MM is on? where does he put the probes etc

[@KeirMurphy]

"Mul-tim-meter"... Steve channelling Nigella's Microwave expression in the world of Electronics repair.

[@Allthedifferentcheeses]

I saw a 2 year old video of you fixing a wii remote, the difference in what you were posting then and now, from the camera quality to your presentation style, is incredible.

[@wojiaobill]

Stez is back! Awesome!!

[@comradeyars]

American here. Please don't ever stop saying "continuity" like that. I have a good chuckle, every time.

[@thadofalltrades]

I totally called it when you tested the 0 ohm resister. I've watched enough of these types of videos from different creators to know that no power is often a blown fuse near the charge port.

[@clairehoffner2851]

I liked how u started with the simple things like checking the button and the ribbon cable first, then moving on to the more complex stuff. I want to try to use that method when i repair things :)

[@ianhaylock7409]

The only thing he did wrong was to look for shorts before checking the voltage on the PCB near the USB connector. If that is 5V, then there isn't a short. Of course there could have been a short after the fuse, but it would be easy to check for a short on both ends of the blown fuse.

[@chrisgebben2043]

Amazing fix as always steve? oh for people who actually own this who has the same problem i would use this to your advantage and check that particular fuse and see if this fix's it

[@segaatari4050]

Great work and video. Stupid fuses.

[@julio032]

just found your channel and man im enjoy watching your videos

[@simonlunt353]

Well done Steve a nice essay fix please keep your videos coming 👍😊

[@PoopDoopy]

I don't think it's said enough , your tracks are bangin. Hard Flight of the Conchords vibes

[@blockbuster8154]

well done

[@johnescamargo3864]

I love your videos. Nice job, as always (and funny as well).

[@rambofan1]

Nba jam was an amazing game

[@peterjarnes25]

Awesome Steve! I appreciate your ability to diagnose the problem and fix with not exact part but perfect match part...I would have said this thing is broken, I'm buying a new one! Lol

[@Labyrnthdom]

Nice ! I like it.

[@obsidianpanther]

Yessss. I always click so fast when I come to youtube and see Steve has uploaded a new video. Best repair content on youtube :)

[@imaginitivity7853]

The switch can handle much higher input voltages as it's required when using the dock. It will charge and run on 5v supply though. That fuse may not provide much protection to the snes mini

[@Kiowan918]

Fuses are for current not voltage. The switch needs more power (current) due to having an integrated display.

[@waynetemplar2183]

Good fix - nice and systematic diagnosis. Obviously someone more familiar with these would go straight to that fuse (if they could find the microscopic thing!)

[@filevans]

yes it would have been more logical to see where the 5v was going before he went all round the board testing for continuity on every component, he even missed the fuse when he tested the continuity on all the parts somehow(?)

[@Hammarsand]

​@@filevans Maby he did find it straight away? Video would be to short the 😅 So lets make it longer 😎

[@filevans]

@@Hammarsand not that much as he fast forwarded the bit where he tested all the components for continuity really

[@Tolomasdruid]

As always a fun and great episode :)

[@rachelc2022]

Great fix! I’ve learned so much from watching the fix videos that I was saying “check for shorts” and “check the voltages” which of course you did lol! That SNES mini must have had games added! NBA Jam wasn’t one of the originals. I wonder what other games the original owner added?

[@watchingdanny]

I always look forward to the song in the beginning and the "stupid" something at the end. But no matter how it goes, good or bad, your videos always entertain. Great job as always. 😁

[@meistermueller]

12:46 Super Nintendo turns on, smoke‘s rising up 😂

[@MikBaa]

Great seeing Nintendo stuff being brought back to life 😀👍

[@norbertocostaful]

why am I watching all your fixit videos back to back when I should be doing something else!?? love the channel.

[@SosiskaTheHorrible]

And once again, outro lyrics nailed!

[@markusafri2343]

Let's go this is just what I needed to relax ❤

[@toskar]

One of your best songs yet!

[@deltonviera2051]

Your great with electronic😉

[@DanielNoblett1111]

Doing a quick search a K fuse is 1.5 amp, the 3 fuse from the switch may be 3 amp... will work however may not provide the protection of the original fuse...

[@SixtyDoesStuff]

I have definitely learned from watching your videos to look at ports before plugging in cables. XD

[@Waterdust2000]

He learns as some of us do with him, thanks to those knowing what to do so that others can become more knowledgeable.

[@Abubububu]

Very nice 👍

[@MyNameIsPetch]

Denon AVR? A man of taste

[@dominicputland]

Nice!

[@youria2559]

"So let's have a look, and double check, before sticking anything into it" - life changing advice, thank you sir, might have told me a few years earlier though.

[@lTinyl]

NBA JAM best game ever.

[@macupie]

9:44 Thanks Steve for this synth chords! Really love that track! :D

[@charstringetje]

"He's heating up!" would have been such nice audio to go with you blowing the fuse with the hot air.

[@Nobe_Oddy]

short and sweet ...... still a VERY FUN VIDEO!!!! THANK YOU!!! :D

[@RandomGuy-dg8jl]

It's good

[@anon_y_mousse]

That has to be the best looking device you've gotten yet. Clean and aside from that one fuse pristine condition. Also, what's wrong with Nintendo, they put the HDMI port in upside down, and from the looks of things the USB port as well.

[@mut57]

Used to skip the songs, now I can't watch an episode without listening to them. Keep up the awesome work

[@knightnevermore]

Nice fix and the silver play button really adds a nice touch to your wall... Time to upgrade to the golden one!

[@spaideri]

I wonder why the fuse was blown in the first place 🧐 Usually there is something going wrong if a 1.5A fuse blows when normal amperage is

[@chrischreech5869]

Watching from Kentucky

[@luey3692]

get in there!!!!

[@andreaskrause]

started video - instant like

[@Greg_Watchorn]

No repeat nightmares here Steve. There there, the last SNES mini was a deeply traumatic experience😃😃

[@StezStixFix]

I still have nightmares about it! 🤣

[@SimonEllwood]

Fuses are very reliable devices, maybe the fuse blew due to an incorrect PSU being used? It may also protect the USB ports so a high draw device plugged in there could also blow the fuse.

[@triple-clones]

A nice blast from the past there, I think you need to poll to see how many people know who Tim Nice But Dim is please 😉

[@crualfoxhound]

Looks like you got a modded SNES mini with hakchi. New games added and a folder for original games from Nintendo. Nice find and repair.

[@HavingFunRepairs]

I agree, "without further ado" is always the best transition. 😂

[@FrankWoodPhotography]

I really don’t know why I enjoy the ‘solid’ test.

[@brycehenson4345]

Weren't you supposed to say stupid game you don't say that anymore great fix Bryce

[@mwk1]

08:12 - skisłem gromko! 🙂🙂🙂

[@epicmotorcyclerides2812]

Another awesome fix from the Stez Meister. Any chance of a kind of how to vid? How to test continuity, resistors, chips, capacitors etc. What potentiometers do etc. great to see what you do but would also be helpful to know the other stuff too. That would be sound as.

[@shoxdanger]

good

[@RedDev1l757]

Fun fact for you. The guy behind bodger and badger was a drama teach at my school :)

[@MagnusJonsson82]

Amazing work you doing 👍 have been following you for some time now, do you sell the units after you have fix them?

[@Jezza3110]

that was a SOLID performance - stoopid game 😁

[@samholdsworth420]

Solid music!

[@joe.tiziano]

Nice Fix... Peace!

[@Stefan_Payne]

PRO TIP Use less airflow with small components Might work. ANd it don't blow them away.

[@shuckyducky5212]

does Stez actually rap? Who does the music production on the backing track? How much time goes into this bit? QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED

[@flandrble]

The tweezers chasing the fuse off screen was cute :D

[@dontdissmiss]

Stez I’m going to come out and say it matey, I’m enjoying your content too much to be having 1 upload a week! Please do 3 aha Sunday Wednesday Friday! Keep up the good content matey!

[@victorherreraguzman5014]

I used to play that basketball game for hours

[@highroyds]

Great video as always m8, btw what flux do you use if ya don’t mind me asking?

[@speedwolf]

I thought that the smoke surrounding Steve was at 12:53 was a bit at first.

[@redgr81]

the name rap is always dope

[@ToxcynArcade]

Oh it’s modded! Very nice bonus. NBA jam is not one of the games that comes packaged with the software stock.

[@crist0000s]

niceee! next do a song about how you say always nice and wright