Steam Deck DIY Repair Fail - Can I Fix It?!

[@HaydHol]

I bricked my Steam Deck and it behaved very similarly. It turned out the bios was bad and I had to reflash the BIOS chip with a CH341 programmer, might be worth a look. Wishing you all the best as well, Steve!

[@ndo166]

indeed try a CH341 , few bucks worth the try

[@thecaybob1]

We need to like this post, maybe it'll work :)

[@holdenhodgdon3756]

The number times I have fought with my Deck to turn on / get the display to turn on is a massive blight on what is otherwise a perfect device.

[@Tronicsfix]

Yeah, I think you're onto something here. I feel like it has to be something like this.

[@Melechtna]

This is exactly what I was thinking, this is behaving like a corrupted BIOS, possibly a power failure during a critical update mid bios flash, or just user error.

[@ncdave4]

Steve, I too was diagnosed with cancer, stage 4 pancreatic. Just received my 2nd chemo and I am feeling better and able to get around and do the thing I like, watching your channel being one of them. Hang in there and we'll go through this together...

[@CuriousGamer022]

When was u diagnosed because people with stage 4 usually only live several years and can't be treated easily

[@stevenc5227]

@@CuriousGamer022 live several years? well suggest you go and look it up, wrong information totally.

[@Superman-xr1oh]

​@@CuriousGamer022🙄

[@politoamador6848]

@@CuriousGamer022 😐🤐

[@FernandoRivero80]

Oh Man, how sorry I am about that. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery

[@kevparkin4846]

Get well soon, if the doctors are half as good as you at repairs then you have nothing to worry about. All the best.

[@leuofiridia]

Imagine a future where they could just order an TronicsFix's Steve's Human repair kit and change the broken parts! Jokes aside, get well soon steve!

[@truevulgarian]

If your doc is wearing one of your "I fixed it until I broke it" t-shirts, run fast.

[@modermonkula]

Where would the thermal paste go ?

[@AltCutTV]

Usually applied in perfectly excessive amounts before an ultrasonic scan. ;)

[@returnofmerenguespersempre]

@@modermonkula you know where.

[@phoenragon]

Praying for a swift recovery, Steve! Glad you are doing Ok with treatments so far and can still do most of what you normally would. Also glad you are taking time when you need. I am always happy to see TronicsWife in your vids and would be glad to see her make her own. Feel free to let her continue that even when you are back in tip top shape 😉

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks!

[@CuriousGamer022]

​@@Tronicsfixwhat happend if u dont mind saying?

[@holy_lettuce]

@@CuriousGamer022 just read the blog as he mentioned in the video. Or check the posts he made on the channel awhile back explaining it. He has already provided you an answer on whats happened just use what he provided

[@BigRetroShow]

Wishing you a speedy recovery brotha! Love all your videos and can honestly understand a need to step back and take care of yourself. I don’t have a steam deck but want one now !

[@spankbuda3769]

@@CuriousGamer022 What happened to you listening, if you don't mind me saying?

[@fedorin1234]

I had lymphoma 12 years ago. Had two surgeries. All went fine. And you will recover soon, don't worry, man.

[@CuriousGamer022]

Depends if he's strong enough to pull through

[@Superman-xr1oh]

​@@CuriousGamer022🙄

[@mathomaatuark]

That’s great encouragement but even better to hear you made it through. @fedorin1234. I’m glad somebody is winning

[@MichelLinschoten]

​@@Superman-xr1ohdude stop being such a wuss...

[@Superman-xr1oh]

@@MichelLinschoten 🤡

[@ThomasGail]

First off, I am praying for a speedy and full recovery. I was able to find this on reddit, and it didnt look like it was something you tried. Hopefully this works! "Completely power it off Connect the ac adapter (the LED should be solid white) Press the volume + and the "..." button in front of your deck for 10 seconds When the LED starts blinking 3 times disconnect the power brick while still pressing the buttons When the LED turns off after blinking connect it again to the ac adapter and it should boot normally"

[@Tronicsfix]

Yep, tried it. Thanks for the prayers.

[@ThomasGail]

I saw you try the button combo but not the power cable removal an plug back in sequence. Sorry if I missed it. ​@@Tronicsfix

[@Tronicsfix]

I didn’t try everything on camera.

[@N3KO_79]

My mom had cancer too... Is something i wish to no one to have... I wish you a swift recovery ❤️ And by the way... You have a cool headform, you looks very cool bald too, no need of a hat or something else.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! I appreciate that. Hope your mom is doing ok now.

[@N3KO_79]

@@Tronicsfix sadly my mom passed away in 2022 but not because the cancer, she had a gastroscopy and the doctor has injured her internally... She died from internal hemorrhage. But she had anyway a full recovery from the cancer and had a happy life.

[@Moby41]

@@N3KO_79 Damn I'm so sorry to hear that

[@N3KO_79]

@@iceman8443 She don't died because the cancer, she had something at her stomach and the doctor during the gastroscopy has injured her, she died of a internal hemorrhage. But thanks anyway for your kind words ❤️

[@Moby41]

@@iceman8443 That's rough. Very sorry for your loss

[@stefangheorghe1000]

Wish you getting well ASAP bud

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! Two more treatments to go...hopefully.

[@MC1107]

@Tronicsfix keep fighting, we're all praying for you. I've been following for a while and my 6 y/o daughter loves tour videos too.

[@williamkelley7654]

Good luck with your fight. I was diagnosed over 4yrs ago myself, chemo is definitely yucky, lol. I haven't lost my head hair but my legs are nearly hairless now. Best wishes and fight the good fight!

[@Tronicsfix]

Yep, it's no fun but so far it's been manageable.

[@matthewshelby9287]

I'm huge fan and have been watching your videos for the last couple of years! Because of you I've started repairing the old electronics I used as a kid! I cannot thank you enough for getting me into this hobby. I wish you the best and hope for a swift recovery. Much love for Portland Oregon!!!!!

[@BansheeTK]

Been watching your videos for a while now and I enjoy your content. You've motivated me to learn how to fix my electronics and to continue to learn. Sucks to hear what your going through. Would like to pay it forward. I hope you beat it and you're around for a long time. I really enjoy and appreciate all your content.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you!

[@familygeek7826]

Hi Steve, my wife is also going through this, she need about 3 month more infusions for breast cancer, and after that comes the surgical remove (opposite than you). Thanks for every video, and stay strong!

[@SpookyDeCat]

I feel you Steve, 1 am a 2015 pancreatic cancer survivor. Savor every day. Love the videos.

[@lyfordwilliam]

I wish you a speedy recovery with your Illness I lost my wife to cancer two years ago and I discovered your channel around when I first met her . I think you are a true inspiration to a lot of people I wish you the best x

[@Fushgy]

Oh man this really got me on the wrong foot. 😥So so many family members of mine struggled with cancer especially in the last two years and it's a fierce fight you're engaging with. I wish you nothing but the best and I will pray for you. May the Lord bless you. Your videos have helped me so much on my journey and thanks to you I could help many friends and family with their devices. Thank you and get well soon! 🙏❤

[@laurentiurosianu]

First of all, I wish you all the best with your health. If I recall, the black screen is a known problem with the steam deck. You can try to refresh the bios via a programmer. Maybe that will fix it.

[@nrwl23]

Steve, love you man. You're the reason I discovered my love of electronics and soldering. Now I'm into solar systems, building and fixing small electronics and toys, and it all started with watching your channel. Not to mention you're a good looking dude (bald or not). I appreciate you and how genuine and down to earth you are, it is comforting to see in an angry nerd dominated industry. I'm always excited to see a new video. I hope you're resting and taking care of yourself as best you can during this time. Wish you the best with everything!

[@falinxie]

Been a fan for years, my husband and I have been watching your videos together for ages and now our 5 year old enjoys watching them too. We're all sending you love and health in your recovery! ❤

[@Houtka86]

I'm so relieved to see you have finished first round of your treatment. You look very strong and energetic. Wish you A speedy recovery. Thank you for still providing us with your content

[@HughSterbakov]

I’m not really one to comment because I enjoy your videos but have zero technical knowledge and can’t add anything. But I wanted to drop a line of support as you prevail through your health issues. We’re with you, warrior!

[@goodcitizen7064]

I hope you can get well dude, you've taught a lot of people great things!

[@lkzoomer9158]

I love your content, used to work in IT and got my tinkering and repair out of my system there but now I work in the military and can’t do it as often but your videos are always intriguing and fun to watch. Hoping for a full recovery from my favorite creator!

[@crazycarlschillchamber]

Me and the wife watch your videos,you have taught me a lot and i appreciate it. Take care of yourself and I am praying for a speedy recovery. My Steam Deck does the exact same thing except I can get a screen on an external monitor.Hope you get it figured out and teach me how.

[@swpowell1226]

Glad you're making through the treatments. I had to do radiation and chemotherapy a couple of years ago and I feel for you man. It is hard to get through it. Wishing you the best and a full recovery. I love your videos they fascinate me a lot. I use to tinker with stuff a lot when I was little and eventually went in to the IT field. I love how you can bring electronics back to life. Keep up the good work.

[@JimNichols]

Life is kinda like this steam deck bro. You push all the right buttons but nothing expected happens. You have a wildly successful YT channel (no one knows the amount of work that go on behind the screen), great personality, great oration skills, great videography, scripting and editing skills that make this channel one of the best I sub for, and bang you have a personal challenge. Like the trooper you are you share it with us and continue on, that is most appreciated by me at least. Live long, live prosperously and enjoy every second Steve.

[@an_riin]

Oh noo I just found out about your health situation. I hope you stay strong and have a speedy recovery. You are my fave channel when it comes to teardowns and fixing consoles. I have learned a lot from your videos. You are simply the best. It is also my birthday today. Wish you all the best, Steve!

[@matthewarlich670]

Been keeping you in my prayers Steve for a swift and cancer free recovery! Always enjoy watching your videos! Hope you get the Steam Deck up and running. 😊

[@ChodaBoyUSA]

Hey Steve, I was planning to ask how you were doing before I watched the video. I've been thinking about you. I hope you have a rapid full recovery. Best wishes to you and your family.

[@unforgiven3959]

Give this a shot Steve. 1.Completely power it off 2.Connect the ac adapter (the LED should be solid white) 3. Press the volume + and the "..." button in front of your deck for 10 seconds 4. When the LED starts blinking 3 times disconnect the power brick while still pressing the buttons 5. When the LED turns off after blinking connect it again to the ac adapter and it should boot normally

[@MusicWithoutwax]

You’ve honestly been an inspiration to me since I first started following this channel - then to not be afraid to face DIY repair projects, and now to be fearless in facing the biggest of life’s broken screens

[@GodzillaZ]

Speedy recovery Steve! I had the same issue and the internal display stopped working. Was able to recover it but using the external monitor and perform BIOS update / soft reset.

[@davidemanuelstoica420]

Hey Steve i hope you will be better soon, god with you! I understand perfectly your suffering, my mother had cancer and unfortunately less than one year she passed away!! My world, my world my everything was down! Slowly i get up! Peace and love! I love you content by the way!🤗

[@robertlawrence9000]

I'm wishing you a smooth recovery Steve. Take it easy and don't overdo it.

[@Jds87909]

Lost my dad two months ago to lung cancer. He got really ill in November gone on February 2nd. Doctors weren't even able to do a Biopsy on him cause by the time we could get him in for it he had deteriorated too quickly. Never seen something so quick in all my life. I'm happy that your diagnosis is way more promising and I am rooting for you to get well soon.

[@rileymccarthyy]

All the best Steve! My Steam Deck is currently getting repaired and I miss it. Content like this is helping me pass the time until it's back. Thankyou!

[@McMosh12]

I hope you get better, keep being strong. The issue was not fixed, but, oh, what a journey it is to get to the last option. Keep fixing everything 🎉❤ Hello from Costa Rica.

[@andreypokesaround]

Wishing you a safe recovery!!! You're the reason I managed to fix my cousin's broken JoyCon.

[@Wulzzie]

Hats off to you. I wish you a speedy recovery! You are an inspiration to all of the DIY-fixers.

[@gregthehutch]

Just read your blog regarding your health. Hope you’re on the path to full recovery, mate. Glad you’re able to carry on with your work too. Sending positive vibes your way 🙌🏼

[@AndreVeloso]

Hi from Brasil! Had Lymphoma 7 years ago, 6 chemo sessions and 30 radio therapy sessions. Since 2018 with no symptoms. You will be cured soon!! Don't forget to drink a lot of water, eat well (avoid raw fish, red meat and wash very well your vegetables and fruits), some vitamins suplements. Thanks for the videos and stay strong!!

[@royandescartes]

oh man. i am praying for you Steve. truly. i wish and pray for a full recovery bro.

[@RTX_mobile_]

Am a big fan I have been watching your videos for 8-9 years now and you changed my life forever I have a career in repairing devices because your my role model the fact that your going through health issues pains me to the core and I hope you get better I hope you wake up everyday knowing that you change people's lives it was a good thing my ps4 broke years back otherwise I wouldn't have found you the best repair man I have ever seen and the person who changed my life forever I pray for forever happiness in your life sir❤😖

[@chriss1609]

Had the same issue with my SD, even sent it in, and they couldn't fix it, so now it just sits around my house, waiting to be used for parts for my other 2 good decks. Enjoy your video's thanks!

[@Tronicsfix]

Bummer it can't be fixed.

[@SilvaDreams]

Did you ever try re-flashing the BIOS? Seems like something might be corrupted and something that might get overlooked by most.

[@chriss1609]

@@SilvaDreams I did, yeah. Unfortunately, nothing has seemed to work, but it's okay. More parts!

[@SilvaDreams]

@chriss1609 Huh well maybe just some bad luck and the chip the BIOS is saved to was bad. It can happen, nothing is ever perfect and flaws can pop up. Just one of those one in a million chances.

[@thegamingmob61083]

Hoping for your speedy recovery. Thanks for finding the strength to create this videos. Much love here from the Philippines.

[@CapitalP177]

I have alot of love for you Steve. Your videos helped take my mind off of things during a time i was very depressed. I'm sending you all the positive energy possible. Hugs my friend.

[@GerardBarakat-Official]

Man that sucks that you’re going through this rn but I know you’ll make it out the other side even stronger than before! Wishing you luck and health through your treatment ❤❤❤

[@allfather885]

Looking good, Mr. Clean! We love you, Steve. Keep up your attitude and you will be right as rain in no time.

[@littlebubbie726]

So sorry to read you have been sick Steve, I’ve been watching you for years now. Fight the fight, stay strong an eat plenty veg. Good luck and god’s speed with your recovery.❤

[@whitefata104]

As i first saw your videos, i see someone sick, its looks and reminds me of my father, then now its clear heard from you, keep fighting and keep remembering something good to gain your spirit 😊

[@oftankoftan]

stay strong, brother. whatever happens, you have made such a huge difference to so many people learning to fix their own electronics.

[@DeSavanger]

I'm watching your videos for like 2-3 years now (on another account) and I have learned so much from you! Get well soon, Steve from TronicsFix! ❤

[@DeSavanger]

Also, I had to hold my chest when I saw you unplugging the battery with the AC adapter plugged in.

[@dabeats5460]

Hey Steve heres to a quick recovery! Glad your still doing video's! Ill keep you in prayer

[@Otakulad]

I hope your recovery is going well. Stay strong and we are all rooting for a fast recovery.

[@kylerclarke2689]

We're rooting for you, Steve! Thank you for all of the excellent videos

[@koopaklaw4605]

Long time watcher, Steve. Get well soon! Love your videos

[@spikehamer2]

Best of luck to you man, been watching for years now, your body will get the perfect amount of paste.

[@TheGamebuster007]

I hope you do well. I love to watch your videos, even when I don't repair electronics. Greetings from Germany ❤

[@telluric943]

Wishing you a speedy recovery and all the good thoughts possible.

[@AngeloT2001]

Praying for you swift recovery steve, I hope you can overcome this

[@nabilhamdi3478]

Praying for a speedy recovery Steve, thank you for all your content, we appreciate it very much ❤❤❤❤

[@ahmadnooryuhdi7514]

Hi chris, glad you to be okay, we hope you prevail fighting your sickness/disease, we all miss your videos here and now, and hope you will be healthy and kicking really soon, Good video by the way

[@DOCHAHA74BREAKEMOFF]

Glad to see you doing well brotha praying for your speedy recovery

[@camilonoguera8278]

Nooo 😢, this is so sad, but be please be strong and don’t surrender; We will support you, because we are here for you.

[@tonydouglass8564]

Thoughts to you and fam. Just read you post, I have never seen someone with such positive vibes.... And I used to work on a cancer ward!. I like the look, it looks good on ya love the content. Be mindful as I am sure you are health comes first fans second we will still be here for 'the perfect amount of thermal paste' be strong 👍

[@RedPillAlways]

We need you to pull through my man. Can't imagine you not making videos we love watching you learning from you.. So pull threw.. failure is not an option

[@RikuXRoxas2514]

You look great as always Steve even with the bald head. Happy your doing well with treatment and still have your normal bubbly personality. Just don't over work yourself and take care Steve. I still have a PS2 fat of mine to fix when I can get the time.

[@Monokai]

Hope your treatment is going well Steve! Hoping for a quick recovery.

[@alemusg]

Primera vez que veo un video de Steve con textos y audio en español, pero la verdad, prefiero escucharlo tal cual en english y así acostumbrar mi oído... igual se agradece lo que hicieron para los hispanoparlantes, y a Steve, rezo por su pronta recuperación... lo sigo desde hace tiempo y para mí es un cirujano de la electrónica

[@BrianMills-uf2nn]

Fighting throat cancer myself, keep up the fight. Love your videos!

[@RascalCatify]

Rock the bald Steve! We are all here rooting for your speedy recovery!!

[@ryanryanson5472]

wishing you all the best Steve. youve been extremely informative over the years and also entertaining.

[@ShoelessJP]

Rooting for you Steve, big fan of your videos. Stay strong!

[@syedsam7551]

Big Fan. So glad to hear that you are in complete remission. Hope this lymphoma goes away for good.

[@trevrice436]

Thanks for all your the great vids,Wishing you a fast and full recovery from the UK.

[@Washuhuanaha]

For some really weird reason this video was in spanish (not subtitles, but the audio) and it was freaking me out to hear you like that. I'm always eager to be surprised with your knowledge but today was something wild! Btw, I really hope you get better soon and thank you for spiring me in taking the step to open my own repair shop! Saludos desde Mexico!

[@LivyathanAD]

Get well soon mate. Much love from the UK.

[@Jack-Daniel.1]

Love the new look, you’re giving me the Jimmy Iovine look! Honestly praying you get better soon, and you recover to full strength and everything goes well man. You so deserve it! Also what would we do without your content ❤

[@ramyromeo9846]

Steve i've been watching your videos for over couple years i learned sooo much from you , thank you very much for these amazing fun educational videos thannk really i pray for you hope you get better soon and beat cancer

[@Kingrozzyy]

Much love brother, awesome video!! Im happy you’re starting to feel a little better! Please keep us posted, I know you’ll win this fight👊❤

[@brunobarks6544]

Looking good brother ,YOU GO DUDE! Great energy. I knew you would kick ass ! Much love ,God bless.

[@eviljigglypuff2254]

Tronics you inspired me to start repairing Switches some years back. Got my 1st hot air and soldering station. You're the best

[@istvanbally2817]

Praying for a full recovery, sir! 🙏

[@FuturisticMarsh]

Praying for your recovery Steve, I hope everything’s doing well for your health. Over your history of videos, I came to learn sooo much, I even too, thanks to your videos learned how to fix my families video game consoles. On this steam deck though, with 1 second of power, are we sure there’s some… power related issue? One second of power, with a fully charged battery, doesn’t sound right?

[@ArborEviternalis]

Hey Steve , hope you well recover soon bud. loving to watch your fix videos

[@utube001234500]

Wishing you a speed recovery. God Bless.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you!

[@RedCupManager]

So good to see you making videos Steve. I know that you will recover fully and will be all fine in a couple of months. Keep up the good work man.

[@quezlark7875]

Sending postive vibes and energy your way brother! Stay strong!

[@IbadGrammarX]

this hero is sick but wont stop he make video hope be quick recovery King

[@elantran2803]

I hope all the best in your recovery. I love your videos man!

[@Digidave1988]

Bald Steve + Broken Tech = SUPER STEVE! Lots of love, keep up the great work!

[@andrewjpalla]

Steve, you're one of the best on the platform. Thanks for all the informative and interesting videos! Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@HotCosbyMaBoi]

stay tough Steve glad to see your doing treatments well

[@donaldxavier2056]

I hope you have a safe a speedy recovery! I have learned alot of helpful tips from your videos.

[@patjackmanesq]

Wishing you the swiftest off recoveries, Steve❤

[@javierzambra529]

Muchas gracias por habilitar una pista de audio en español. Me encantan estos videos, ojala esto ayude a que mas hispanohablantes vean tu contenido. Saludos Steve, espero que tengas una pronta recuperación.

[@SrinivasRao-us1js]

I wish you speed recovery man ✊✊ God bless you

[@kfirmaymon84]

It's wonderful to see you, wish you a Quick Recovery.

[@bacaryfaye2339]

Hello Steve. Greetings from Senegal. I first want to thank you for your videos, your channel helps me a lot in the past. For this particular issue, I suspect it to be related with the Analogix Slimport ANX7580 Chip that could be faulty. It already happens to me in my first Steam Deck (I've tried everything, replacing screen, ribbon ended buying a new motherboard the first time). Then I got it replaced with one I've bought on eBay and it fixes the problem for me. Hoping this is your issue and that this will help. Wishing you a great recovering and a great day

[@UpwardOpossum9]

Wishing you best of luck Steve! Hope you recover fully soon!

[@typhdecker4099]

I really hope you recover soon. We need Steve and tronicsfix for at least 50 more years! Otherwise, who is going to apply the correct amount of thermal paste?