I Paid $500 for This BROKEN Halo Infinite Xbox Series X - Let's Fix It.

I Paid $500 for This BROKEN Halo Infinite Xbox Series X! Let's Fix It. This Limited Edition Xbox Series X has a broken HDMI port which I should be able to replace without too much trouble and get it working again... unless it ends up being more complicated than that. Which it usually does.
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[@speedwaynutt]

Can we just appreciate Tronics Fix showing us his mistakes. Some channels would have just scrapped the video or tried to cover up the mistake so it's not noticeable.

[@Tronicsfix]

I appreciate that. I REALLY didn't want to show it but it's real life. If you get in too much of a hurry it's easy to screw up like this. It is always entertaining to see people in the comments explain in very great detail how I messed up and how to do it properly though, lol.

[@christopherbolis2048]

@@Tronicsfix Even the best ones can make some mistakes from time to time, the most important thing is learn from them and of course fix them lol

[@Ashenshugura]

I appreciate showing the mistakes and the fixes. It bugs me when channels just shows the "wins". We don't choose to fail. We choose to give up. Tronicsfix definitely did not give up here. Thanks.

[@stephens9772]

I’m disappointed there have not been more special editions this generation. I’ve always thought they are so cool.

[@Tronicsfix]

Totally agree!

[@m4nt1c0r3s]

They kinda need to have games for that, and they dont have much of those either.

[@WAFFLED-OW]

Exactly not enough games

[@GoofyPoptart]

I mean they're involed with OPI they did the Halo Skin, they have that controller that just released. I think they should let OPI do a custom console.

[@stephens9772]

I was including the PS5 with that too, I think it’s because they have been having issues just getting consoles out in general.

[@twillyspree484]

I really hope you contacted the seller and got a partial refund if they said it included the original controller in the listing. Scummy ebay sellers need to be held accountable.

[@jamezxh]

How people destroy the hdmi ports on their consoles is beyond me

[@billythefxck]

I actually think it has to do with the newer HDMI technology getting too hot. They appear to get hot enough to melt the plastic that holds the pins. Not a coincidence that we are seeing 100x the amount of broken ports as the predecessors

[@giggity4670]

@@billythefxck No i think it is just people not taking care and forcing the HDMI in or pulling it out with some force as the housing was bent and you see some scratch marks on the plastic next to the port so blind plugging it is never good if upside down and you force it in will brake the pins and bend the metal housing that is what it looks like with this one.

[@omar0rivera714]

its called kids XD

[@stephangoldenberg9163]

@@omar0rivera714 And wifus going wild with the vacuum.

[@rich4244]

the day when you know the dream cast still works...

[@maxtornogood]

I like when repair KZbinrs are fully transparent about their own mistakes. They show you how to do it & also *NOT* how to do it!

[@0neWhoKnocks]

The fact that even TronicsFix messed up a bit here really goes to show just how difficult these repairs can be. Keep doing what you do man, your awesome!

[@ASVPEDWIN]

Could have been prevented though.. Some low melt or leaded solder and its so much easier. Just too rushed lol

[@0neWhoKnocks]

@@ASVPEDWIN good to know!

[@glitchd1_]

The honesty is awesome. I work in a repair shop, and doesnt matter how long youve been doing a specific or certain type of work, it happens.

[@bryans8656]

It's always a treat to watch you fix things.

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoy!

[@KenSch2020]

To make a mistake is to be human. But even though you are a professional showing your mistakes does help other know it happens. But you still did a good job even with the mistake. I like watching you video it helps to know what you have to deal with while repairing consoles or whatever you fix.

[@Ebolachicken]

He has low melt solder if you use got it use it.

[@erniesdeck7550]

What I usually do with the labels that have screws underneath is I get an exacto knife And I cut on three sides around where the screw would be And then you peel it up and it's still attached through one side so it becomes like a little flap. And when you're done you can Stick it back down and it actually looks pretty good.

[@BotchPro]

The HDMI port replacement from Hell. Thanks for such an insightful video!

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol yeah, I messed this one up pretty good.

[@thejeffchen]

Please consider using low-temp solder if you are working on something you care about. Simply tin everything with a tiny amount of that and the removal will become way much easier. The risk of board damage will be greatly deduced thanks to much less heat required.

[@3nertia]

When you say "low-temp solder", do you mean leaded or?

[@thejeffchen]

@@3nertia No, it's something that melts at even lower temperature. I use the one from Chip Quik.

[@3nertia]

@@thejeffchen I'll check it out; thanks!

[@chayneyshuck5503]

I got into fixing nintendo switches because of you! I made a killing during the pandemic. I even learned how to get the processor keys and reformat a new hardrive for a switch. I bought the cheapest tools and worst microscope but I got it done. Love fixing broken things and you are wonderful at it. Wish you still had your business. Hope you are doing well financially!

[@timehunter9467]

Xbox does do a good job on special editions, my dad had a Halo Reach edition 360 Elite and it looked so cool.

[@MortyMore]

Such a great console! I'm glad i own it, and also use it as my daily driver basically, I hope we get more special edition consoles!! Love when you work on stuff.. It's like a must have! 😂

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes! Waiting for more special editions.

[@Scouttrooper007]

Not sure if you know about the easter egg on this console but shine a black light on the front of the case. Super cool and definitely one of my favorite features of this special edition console!

[@setsunaes]

Wow, I like that is not just a wrap or simple paint job on the case, they even added that blue piece on the top and the custom sound effects, and painted parts that no one was going ever to see... What a beautiful console, really (and this comes from a PS dude who have never owned a Xbox). Truly xboxes are built like a wonderful machinery. my PS5 and his gazillion screws are not match for this build quality.

[@djbawb]

Thanks for showing and talking through the mistake! I think before removal that introducing some fresh solder might help as well.

[@Mchenrygames]

great video, not only you talked about what could go wrong but we saw it happen and how you corrected the situation.

[@YassirAlSaffar]

Great as usual. Tried to get my hand on one of these when they came out but couldn't find in my country. I have GoW3 360 and GoW5 XboxOneX which are cool and still being used till date.

[@malakithefolf69621]

you did a great job always enjoy watching you reviving consoles.

[@BeardManTimLaird]

That kind of build up of dust tends to happen when you are in a place with thick carpet and there is a lot of people where the oils from our bodies and breath build up quickly on fans. Great job on this fix. Maybe in terms of using compressed air, you could get a small air fume dome or make a makeshift one with a big box, a clear acrylic panel (so you can film), and a vacuum cleaner. Would allow you to speed up some projects like this.

[@FaddyMatty]

Thanks to your videos I was able to replace the hdmi port on my kids ps4 pro. I always look forward to your weekly videos. Keep up the awesome work.

[@justingallimore9725]

Really appreciate how, instead of hiding your mistake with editing. You acknowledged that you made a mistake and used it as a teachable moment to your community. Respect

[@CooLDEaFy]

Excellent work Steve, love watch all your videos.. So much fun buy device and refurbished those to resell is more fun of what you doing. That's what I want learn from you, Steve. I am no experience repair but I'm learning fast by self taught and watch and learn with all youtuber like your video is awesome

[@MarioSratss]

Great fix. Mistakes are not nice but you handle that really well. Great work.

[@Spartan122S]

Another great video from a great KZbinr! Love the console btw! Thanks again Steve!

[@Chrish1981]

Great video, I usually go a little ghetto and use canned air and a vacume to get it all as it's blowing. But that's usually with nothing expensive around

[@maxhiggins6270]

Shame on the lack of LE controller. Those PowerA controllers are decent though. I use them for PC gaming.

[@Tronicsfix]

I think I went back and found that it was not in the listing. Would have been cool to have though.

[@SithLordAnakin]

I wouldnt put it past me that the controller was sold separately for probably another $200 since its a special edition

[@maxhiggins6270]

@@SithLordAnakin i was thinking that myself.

[@ilovemynoods]

Steve, your videos have been so inspiring for me! I have always been into electronics but pretty clueless when it came to repairing. Recently (mostly thanks to you), I have had the courage to try my hand at some simple repairs on consoles we have had lying around. I think I want to work my way towards maybe doing it as a side hustle one day. A few days ago, I tried my first ever soldering project which was changing the batteries in my Pokemon Silver and Crystal that I have had laying around for years that were not holding saves. I was so excited when I tested them after successfully soldering the new batteries in and they worked perfectly! Thank you so much for all that you do and keep up the good work!

[@thejeancarton]

Wow that was a super repair you did here the console is so butiful good job!

[@RhondaHella]

Always learn so much from you, excellent.

[@smileygabe22]

I like how he said "little metal locking tab you need pull out.......the ribbon cable" Great video, always a joy to watch

[@smedlap8789]

I recently bought a Metro Vacuum MDV2TCA DataVac 2-Pro Series to vacuum the dust from my computer. I'm like you and I don't use compressed air to blow dust all over my room. Tak a look at the vacuum it came with a bunch of small attachments to get into any small spaces.

[@Alpha_1c]

Wow love your videos it helped me alot with my console. But i never seen you mess up on an HDMI port before its the first but mistakes happen so keep doing what you do best bro 👍🏼

[@Tronicsfix]

There's only a few that I've messed up more than this and that was a long time ago. Not sure what I was thinking on this one. Just in too much of a hurry

[@JUSTCUROIUS]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I may fix the hdmi on my 1x because of this series.

[@mikeharless4596]

Since that fan is so special, I maybe would've hit it with a little McGuires Plastix or something like that to keep the plastic shiny. That IPA dries it out, so applying after cleaning would really help keep that new plastic look.

[@ikwilgewoonfilmpje]

-Thank you for showing the mistakes you make and the solutions! -12:14 for that holy application by thermal paste Stesus

[@mariolumizio22]

Thanks for the companion! You're great man!

[@Dmiliunas]

To make a mistake is to be Human, Amen. Also it shows that its not that easy to replace a port as it might look, and things can go wrong easy. I have done one port on this console last week, and like you I was struggling to heat it up. Had to use big nozzle and 500C 70% airflow. Board soaks heat like there is no tomorrow.

[@outfield1988]

Great repair and thank you for the video

[@birdfish86]

Great video! Thanks for saving another special edition. 😊

[@ViktorSmith-pi7dl]

13:20 have you considered using a laminar flow cabinet? Sometimes they are also called fume cabinets.

[@raygarcia4062]

Videos are great, I feel like I am actually learning something.

[@VIsTheMusic]

Loved and subscribed 🤗👍

[@corkbulb2895]

My dad is an electrician and used to be into amateur radio. He would do his own work on his electronics, like upgrades and repairs, and he would use regular old nail polish as an insulator and glue for some really small components.

[@moneymike7070]

Love your videos, good helpful tips. I was wondering if I can send you broken consoles to put in your videos. I have all sorts of consoles that I think would be great to watch you fix. Thanks for you reply in advance and I'll see you in your next video. Keep up the great work.

[@grantrule6593]

Great Video Steve i really enjoyed it

[@sumoant46]

love what you do, do you keep some of your consoles it would be great to see them if you do

[@Alexis_lefr]

Very nice work!

[@josephroberts6027]

Use an iron to tin the whole thing with leaded solder first, to lower melt temp. Once you have removed the port, tin the area with leaded solder and wick everything back up. Re-tin the area with leaded solder. Position the board with the port up and heat from underneath with no nozzle. Once you see the solder melt, install the port and give it a second or two for the port pins to come up to temp, remove heat and hold till it freezes. You will never damage ports or traces that way. JMHO Thank you for all you share!!

[@damiengreen8200]

Great fix! I love the Series X sandwich design.

[@grahambaker7563]

Another great video from you, Steve! It amazes me how Microsoft can get all that hardware into such a small space, though!

[@CruisinCaptures]

Great video! Very informative and makes me want to clean up mine lol

[@markaword1561]

Always love these videos!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching.

[@cosmos8569]

Like the advice to slow down and double check yourself no matter how many times you have done something, also love the roller coaster ride as you take it apart.

[@ryanricardo]

Another fantastic job 🔥

[@sonsofsilence7315]

I think 500 dollars is too much, in Germany you can get the halo edition used with a halo controller between 500 - 600 euros and fully functional.

[@juntti2948]

11:26 the next owner is thinking that there is dried blood😂

[@danhayes2180]

Love your videos. Love how you can take almost any console apart and fix them to brand new. But... Do u have any tutorials on how to fix ps3 slim Blu ray drives as mine died and I don't know how to remove/put a new one in. It's one of the ps3 slims that have the sliver power/eject button

[@LouisDevDx13itchesSchutte]

Best repair channel on KZbin by far.. lekker

[@James_D.]

Great video. Even the best can make mistakes.

[@diligaf1000]

Got this myself shine a uv light on it for a surprise

[@ChfHappySack]

Instead of using canned air to blow off dust, I use my vaccum that has a small extension with little plastic bristles to suck it all up instead of just randomly blowing it everywhere. I do have a electronic blower, but I usually use it outside if possible. My vaccum method is also really great at cleaning motherboards without damaging anything.

[@MenTal9R]

I do like that Halo Edition console, very nice indeed! That little bonus disc, those were hot items at one point, hard to find etc... Not sure if they still are but COD:BOII was a pretty great game, and I think I heard people are still playing the PVP part of it, don't quote me on that though lol...

[@cking3411]

It always helped me to use solder wick on those small hdmi pins before flipping over the board to remove the final 4. Everyone works differently though. Give it a try next time. It may help save some time.

[@mukeshgoolcharan6121]

Have one love it great stuff man 😊😊

[@YadielRosario]

4:18 There's a little metal locking tab you need to push down while you pull out... the ribbon cable. Haha I could hear the thoughts in your head.

[@erickelly8704]

Just a thought the old ion breeze air cleaners work really well for removing dust in the air super quiet not hard to clean as long as u don’t let the dust stain the metal from not cleaning often

[@ExecutorQ3]

A big deal of these sticker can be removed without damaging them by submerging them in ipa and carefully lifting them (there is enough adhesive left, but you can always add some - even in your "merry land" you should be able to buy smth like Pritts glue tape that has really thin glue tape in it). It works wonders on all those "safety" stickers that will leave a shiny parts behind...

[@BlueHasia]

with your concern with dust, A box fan with a FAU air filter attached to it on the intake side of the box fan. the box fan will pull air through the filter and capture all the dust.

[@JoeyDoesTech]

Series X/S console HDMI ports are the most annoying in my opinion. The best way I’ve found to do them is to heat the board up to around 300c on a pre heater! That said, they never “just break” like the PS5’s as the board is so thick 😊 great video Steve!

[@komentatorius69]

Your suppose to not force it in. It is clearly forcex in and fuked up. I had 3 xboxes since 2015. Xbox one, xbox one x, and now series x. I treat them nice and dont beat the crap out of them. Whenever i sell them, they look like brand new. Nothing is messed up

[@adiposerex5150]

Great work.

[@philvt101]

Have you ever heard of the O2 Hurricane? It's a little rechargeable electric blower substitute for canned air. It's a bit noisy, kind of like a tiny vacuum cleaner, but it works great and you'll never need to buy another can of air again.

[@Krakn3Dfx]

My daughter bought me a Halo XSX for XMas the year they came out, and this video makes me very anxious for some reason, lol.

[@sadeghshahzeidi5258]

Hi Steve, in situations where the area that needs to be heated is large, I usually turn up the heater to make the heat spread wider and more comfortable without breaking any of the sockets before disconnecting them.

[@I_SuperHiro_I]

Just use low melt and flux.

[@leeartlee915]

Whenever I watch this channel, I can’t help at think “what does the inside of my consoles look like?”

[@volvo09]

I thought there were going to be roaches inside.... All that little debris stuck to the stand is insect poop. Nasty. My dirt basement isn't even that gross.

[@prime_bassingtv6273]

The boards on them series x models are thick. I use a cheap harbor freight heat gun on the bottom and on the top I use my good heat gun. Usually takes less than a minute for the port to come off with no traces damaged. The first time I done a series x I damaged the pads as well

[@carstenschwertfeger9349]

Thanks for the air explanation, but why don't you use a vacuum?

[@genegwells]

Hello! Thanks so much for creating cool content. Can I ask what kind of thermal paste is being used to repair this Xbox Series X? Or what is an apposite thermal paste to use on any Series X console? Thank you. :)

[@TM_Stone]

Another reason not to use compressed air is unless you have a drier inline with your hose, you are introducing moisture to electronic equipment.

[@liteflunky]

My younger brother has one. The store we work at had 2 of them come in, but they never put them out on the sells floor, so they were just in the back sitting. They told us if we wanted one, just go ahead and take it up to the front and pay for it. It came with an elite controller and the special edition controller Edit: We were also getting series Xs during the huge shortage and they were letting us buy them before they even put them out on the floor, so I would just buy them for people that asked me for one

[@lindah6954]

I didn't put enough thermal past on a PS3 slim. It screamed when I turned it on. Had to take it back apart. I add the right amount and spread it so the dye is completely covered.

[@GodsMemeTV]

7:31 - its the ANT-MAN 😂😂😂

[@florinuzzy]

I don't know if you use but there is a hand pump that sucks up the melted solder and with that you melt and suck up each pin and then melt the actual HDMI data pins. I saw this procedure many times when I worked in the IT Service department. I hope this message helps you. By melting one pin at a time, the risk of damaging those connectors is minimal. Luck!

[@amphernee]

Great job. He said no one sees the side opposite the fan so does that mean you should stand it vertically? I got mine about a year now and it seemed it should lay horizontal since it has rubber feet and the blu ray slot is horizontal. Just curious.

[@MrAkarie]

Dude don’t need to explain your mistake lol you are filming and fixing at the same time. That is crazy skill on it own. Love you videos btw

[@Caswagna93]

Why not use some solder wick on the pins before removing?

[@NicolaasNc]

Could you be able to comment on prices and how much you would've charged to do certain kind of service?

[@Reastro]

take old teeth brush to clean old thermal paste around apu, old thermal paste delivers unwanted/unneeded heat to those capacitors on top.

[@merlynsingh6392]

W video tronicsfix

[@thomasjburns100]

The perfect amount of conformal coating at 11:00

[@ZRZ]

Amazing console! I made a similar video fixing this Halo Xbox Series X with a completely different fault!

[@mperry0913]

So you're saying you didn't have the perfect amount of thermal heat... lol Love watching your videos!

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, that's what I'm saying!

[@imhaj]

Remember you can always use low melt solder to help bring the melting temp down

[@Radstickman]

Damn! this guy makes it look easy

[@eman59461]

i had to use max heat om my quick rework station. it was so much heat i thought i was going to move that little BGA chip. I got it working on the first try.

[@TheShakeWeightGuy]

Ugh, the moment I suspected roaches, I would have immediately put on the gloves.. You are a bigger man than I.

[@alanbenson1505]

When I do these, I flood the HDMI pins with leaded or low melt solder. I've done over 500 to date and not removed a solder pad yet. (It'll happen now I have said that!!)

[@tyraelpl]

6:50 once you chip away you 1st chip's corner you will ba able to tell it's very important.