Unfixable Game Consoles? Let's Find Out! PS4 & Xbox One S Repair

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About This Video:

[@AllyJC]

This is why I love this channel. He's not afraid to say it's broken. He takes us through the diagnostic process until we see that the console is completely broken or economically viable to repair.

[@12345.......]

Even unfixable consoles have reusable parts. Reduce, reuse, recycle

[@Tronicsfix]

Of course! That's how I fix lots of stuff...by taking parts from devices I can't fix.

[@chomiktelewizyjny8567]

@@Tronicsfix ex. Case

[@billykl2790]

No recycling

[@detroxx56784]

@@Tronicsfix I think you could make yourself a stencil for that RAM chip. Just use a free PCB design tool to create a footprint for that chip, make a PCB at JLCPCB with just this one footprint on it, order it with a stencil, cut up the stencil so that it fits on the motherboard in-between the other RAM chips, tape it down using capton tape, apply some solder-paste and heat it with your hot air gun. Perfectly reballed. Same applies to the balls on the BGA. That should work.

[@callmefoxie2950]

@@Tronicsfix I wish that worked all the time. Sadly some components are locked against each other, like Xbox360 drive. Had to replace the electronics to keep the keys between the console and the drive working... from a 5 minute swap it becamse much more just to solder the wires inside. Whyyy :(

[@zohaibsiddiqi715]

Can we just appreciate Steve for doing so much for his KZbin channel but not spending millions of dollars and also having enjoyable content

[@grimmheart]

Steve, I love your channel. I just wanted to say thank you for providing all of your content. I am a DIY person, but I don’t necessarily have all the resources or confidence to tackle some of these projects until I came across your channel. You’ve inspired me to restore a GameBoy, an N64, and broken controllers. Please keep the content coming. Happy new year!

[@Tronicsfix]

That's amazing! Keep fixing!

[@casualbachelor]

20:56 Steve with the *perfect* amount of Thermal paste.

[@madmonkey8141]

Thanks Wasn’t willing to watch through the video just to find that part

[@ryanboodhoo3512]

What can he say when it comes to thermal paste the man is a machine

[@BarbadosBeerFestival]

Lol

[@GoldRaven-oe4by]

I always thought it was weird watching other youtubers not covering it completely and saying its good enough

[@maskman3000]

It's been awhile since we have seen a nintendo console repair, would love to see something on that

[@Tronicsfix]

I'll do more Nintendo repairs.

[@maskman3000]

@@Tronicsfix Cool, thanks for taking the time to respond.

[@fawaz16]

Yes can you please have one on like 5 Nintendo switch lites if you can?

[@dbattastini]

Would be nice to see some old console...

[@sO_RoNerY]

Nintendo repairs are boring. Pretty much the same issues with them.

[@al970h1]

Hi Steve, Northridge Fix is a repair shop that has a KZbin channel, I believe in California. They might be up to taking your challenge.

[@Tronicsfix]

Yep...he's great!

[@SteveW-bw3fh]

I would like to see Northridgefix try and fix it, He's a good guy.

[@filelist2004]

ive not seen Alex do an APU reball however but he is very talented guy and Big Boss too!

[@titmando1199]

Northridge fix is a great technician how ever he's already well established this is just a waste, give it to a smaller youtuber like Vince or TheCod3r

[@iFixConsoles]

Go with The Cod3r he's pretty awesome at console repair, hand reballs all the time too and would be likely to run it on a live stream so you could watch it being done 😁😁

[@hankweiser9859]

Steve you’re doing an awesome job! Every video I watch of yours I gain new respect for what you do here.

[@TheCod3r]

Hey Steve I've also got a few videos on ram replacements on my channel. If you did want me to pay postage to accept the wlod challenge I'd happily replace the ram on that other board for you too :)

[@jasondoesthings919]

TheCod3r you would do an awesome job on these, he should send them to you for a collaboration

[@GadgetUK164]

TheCod3r may be able to get those working!!!!

[@TheCod3r]

@@GadgetUK164 cheers Chris 🍻

[@HayOborn]

TheCod3r does awesome videos, so addictive to watch - please give this guy a chance he works hard and definitely deserves it

[@nickwhite4632]

Steve, send it to Phil!

[@marcsannicolas4074]

Its at a point now he gets millions of views for every video on KZbin so even when he's "wasting time on broken consoles" he's still making money. Love the videos tronicsfix! Keep up the good work.

[@pjsw]

I like how you still show the ones you can't fix

[@bbol745]

“Their website is easy to use” If you’re ordering a custom PCB you can probably figure out a website!

[@Tronicsfix]

You'd be surprised

[@careem3463]

It`s not about figuring out, its about usability

[@JuicyJakeRepairs]

@@Tronicsfix true..true

[@robinsonsoto8471]

You said at the beginning of the video that you have tried with no success. Then you said that hdmi chip was replaced. Are you sure that you did not do that.

[@racer4200]

It is actually really easy to use.

[@gooseman247]

Great, fascinating video. Thanks for all the great work this year, Steve, and I hope you and the family have a wonderful Christmas

[@Tronicsfix]

Who should I send these broken consoles to? Most upvoted comments will get the most consideration. VIDEO UPDATE (1/31/2021) I sent the PS4 board with the faulty RAM chip to the Cod3r. Here's his video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZPcoZuXqKyAqKM

[@BCGaming666]

I think you should send it into IFixit for repair

[@TheCod3r]

I'd happily live stream a manual apu reball just to put myself through pain for entertainment purposes lol

[@cdstruction]

Send it to me. I have BGA station to reball.

[@leeg4116]

Honestly, get in touch with @TheCod3r, id love to see him have a go at them, he loves a reball lol

[@andycooper4230]

The coder could do them no problem

[@alfredosampaiofreitas2070]

I don't know how fix consoles or controles but I am addicted by watch videos of this man.

[@orangeparsley2534]

Hey just wanted to say thank for vids like yours, I had to fix some water damage in my Nintendo switch and your vids helped a lot

[@playstationgaming1847]

I'm your biggest fan Tronix Fix! I love it when you take consoles apart! It's my favorite part!

[@iaimtokill1288]

Hey Steve, we had something similar to the PS4 not displaying. So we kept hold of the power button till it beeped a second time. (Make sure console is off when doing this and puts it in safe mode). Once it displayed in safe mode I restarted the PS4 and it worked. Give it a try but I doubt it worth a go though. 👍 love your vids as they help me out as well when I’m stuck.

[@Javesike]

I love these console repair videos plus it can give me a bit of experience on how to fix my own.

[@robertdufour2456]

Your shows are always so fascinating. I don't know what you're doing, but it is so cool!

[@TheRedskins2175]

Hey Steve! Good to see another one of your GREAT ps4 repair videos. Got my coffee, let's begin☕

[@Tronicsfix]

Enjoy!

[@evolution2642]

I love how you respond to alot of comments

[@lushG678]

Can't wait till you hit a mil, your channel always goes great with my dinner

[@alexsazo9540]

Love your videos man! You should look into fixing something like a Nintendo 64. Very curious to see how you do that!

[@infoforanything6496]

Always enjoy your vids man !

[@giovanycatano8611]

Thanks Steve great video, merry chrismas for you and your family, gretings 🖒

[@stoptheplanetiwantoff6906]

Love your vids keep the good work up and merry Christmas and a happy new year to you and your family.

[@JuicyJakeRepairs]

also @ 13:14 you should test the middle (GND) pin to all other pins on the filter (ESD). Sometimes they can fail where GND shorts to one of the signal pins!

[@CURRYMUNCHER3]

Love your videos Steve keep them coming 👌💯🔥

[@igonz22]

Idk what it is About this channel but I can’t stop watching it

[@robertw31968]

Great video as always sir. I thought for sure you were going to be able to fix both of them.

[@Tronicsfix]

I did too!

[@tanmezja8407]

Thx for spoiler

[@flippy9641]

@@tanmezja8407 shouldn't have read the comments while watching lol

[@tanmezja8407]

@@flippy9641 well in my case the video had 10 seconds when it was posted so.

[@flippy9641]

@@tanmezja8407 still

[@enricosolomons5488]

hi there Steve...Thank you for your videos brother it teaches me a lot...also...MErry Christmas if you celebrate...I will be going away and do not have mobile computer of Adroid cell to keep watching your content...will watch again when I return... Merry Christmas to everyone else that celebrate as well, and happy Holidays to those that do not...BE Safe everyone...

[@oofergangboi1524]

hi steve loving the videos keep it up

[@ehsanyaquti1341]

I really love your videos and I watch them everyday.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@parsipax6337]

Your channel is a joy to watch!

[@mattie7856]

Great video and happy holidays! :)

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you! You too!

[@user3239]

I love this kind of videos Steve!!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching

[@nickwhite4632]

Send it to the theCod3r from the UK. He only has 5,000 or so subs. I agree that others like Northridge have nearly 100,000 - that’s his shop - he is amazing. Give someone who is trying to build a chance. My Mate Vince you’ve collaborated with before, so give Phil at Cod

[@johnhenry6325]

This kind of videos is my favorite

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoy these!

[@Nolen84]

I would love to see a revist on the board with the bad ram chip! Typically you can buy BGA chips like that online pre reballed already so all you got to do is hot air it on.

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes, I might do that at some point.

[@repairtactics]

Im open to the white light challenge! I have been repairing for a while now and have done a bunch of PS4s and Switch systems along with computers 🤘

[@MrMelvin2001]

Love your "Perfect Ammount" Running Gag.

[@AntisocialDipshits]

STEVE MERRY CHRISTMAS WE LOVE YOUR VIDEOS AND HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! You too

[@bmooch1]

As always love the vids!!

[@ianhaylock7409]

19:53 definitely not the perfect amount of thermal paste :-) How about getting some re-balling equipment so you can have a go at replacing the faulty memory chip. I and I'm sure others would love to see a video of you giving this a go.

[@Modders4lifeUniqueModz]

TheCod3r can fix it

[@andycooper4230]

The coder would be well in for fixing that

[@fabianweber6937]

Your face when you touched the hot ps4 chip 😂... gave me a good laugh. Thank you for making those videos they are really interesting!

[@thesepy7541]

Yeah it gives me ElectroBoom vibes 😂

[@dbattastini]

Would be nice to see some old console repairs, like sega mega drive, super famicon, etc...

[@Felixm1234]

I löearned so much from your Videos. That helped me a lot to repair things. Thanks

[@Dennisgameplayentertainment]

I love to watch these video s always real fun to watch and can still learn a thing or 2

[@CliffjumperLP]

Great video, as always :)

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you!

[@JuicyJakeRepairs]

i would love to see you try some mods on consoles! (IPS screen Mods, Power Mods etc.)

[@tacotime3094]

Keep it going keep it going even until you hit up 1 million subscribers keep it going your content Is the best

[@Tronicsfix]

That's the plan!

[@shakangel666]

Andrew Paul from the UK has a lot of experience with reballing and fixing game consoles. He has a youtube channel and maybe he'll take the challenge.

[@Tronicsfix]

He's awesome...but not sure I want to send it all the way there. By the time he got it it would probably need a lot of other things repaired.

[@BM-ob5pj]

My Mate Vince

[@andreaseriksson9225]

@J Fz Vince has the patience that he just might get it actually :D

[@dreamcastfan]

@@andreaseriksson9225 Plus if Vince can’t fix it, at least he’ll be able to send back a bag of all the chips and components he’s removed from the board trying to find the problem. 😉

[@andreaseriksson9225]

@J Fz LoL why so salty? He has improved quite alot since starting. Viewers get to follow him fix stuff and sometimes he gets it completely wrong wasting time fault finding something that isnt even a fault, but u know what? That is exactly the same thing most of his viewers including me would do from time to time aswell..

[@JOGEZAI]

Great Channel Man...God bless you

[@franciscomolina5362]

You awesome at what you do man luv the videos have helped me a lot. As for a recommended on another repair person up to the challenge I think Andrew Paul might be up to taking a look at it.

[@RBKing80]

@TheCod3r is a great repair technician and has a channel on here. He would have a good chance of repairing it.

[@patprop74]

Indeed we are all getting older, but none the wiser, Mery Christmas to you and yours also to all your viewers.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! You too!

[@virgildeklerk]

Hi Steve, Very nice video again to bad you could not fix those two consoles. i was wondering ... your hot air station can go up to around 500 °C and you always use protective foil for plastic parts but is it possible to damage the chip itself with such heat? when you solder normally you only touch the contacts and never the chip. Keep up the nice video's and i can't wait for the first broken Ps5 or Series X console or controller to get in your channel. Cheers

[@Tronicsfix]

My hot air is usually set at 1100F. Yes, it's possible to damage chips or the board itself. You have to be extremely careful until you get a feel for how much heat something can take. I touch everything when I'm soldering, lol! I've already got two broken Series X consoles!

[@virgildeklerk]

@@Tronicsfix Wow thx for your answer. Reading this makes me give you even more appreciation for your skill with this device. Keep it up cause you make it look so easy so you must be a pro by now ;) practice makes perfect i think.

[@454ss_chevy]

I love it when you post

[@LazyDaysPlays]

Is there any console you would feel comfortable with reballing and replacing a gpu in? that would be a really interesting video edit. or reballing an replacing a apu

[@chillmushroom6016]

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks! Same to you!

[@Jason-fz1zd]

Great video, I have the ps4 pro for 3 years now never had a issue yet

[@Tronicsfix]

Hopefully you don't have any issues!

[@Jason-fz1zd]

@@Tronicsfix thanks I don't play on it too much but still works good

[@HazyJ28]

"emphasis on the older" I felt that in my soul 😭😭. Time is depressing

[@stewartpurvis177]

Great video merry Christmas

[@Crime_city.600]

Great video lad keep up with the good work

[@Tronicsfix]

Much appreciated

[@steveaustin330]

Another excellent episode, thanks bud.

[@BlackThistleTattoo]

I think all your content and enjoy watching your videos helped me with knowing what to do cleaning and thermal paste for my PS4 Pro (once I had been in and cleaned, renewed thermal paste and cleared dust it ran fine n quiet) recently I've noticed it heating up and it seems to be the power supply - if I take lid off it helps keep all cool. I'm wondering if I buy new power supply and replace it into the console Will this help the console run cooler and less fan activity ? thanks if you can answer this 👍 cheers

[@speedwaynutt]

Gotta send the ps4 to My mate vince he will either Fix it or Break it even worse but always fun to watch his fixes and never give up attitude.

[@Icexeroify]

Hey Steve! Great job on both Consoles as Always I have a suggestion that you can look for the HDMI repair. FYI,i am just a rookie on console repairing and i wanna point out to where you can run down HDMI trace and point to the back of the Motherboard where there is an IC called M503/504X to check it's voltage and make sure you get 5v on it cause that's what i heard. I believe this chip is what controls the 5v HDMI rail but not sure tbh. Don't give up! I have Learned everything from your channel and without a doubt,you are the most Talented Console repair technician in KZbin with best channel for repairing stuffs. You have helped me alot to choose my interest and love for repairing consoles as i was in doubt and thanks to you,my dreams came to reality and all is because of you. Thank you so much Keep up the good work.

[@UKDazarusUK]

Nice just love watching the repairs lol.

[@gazb0075]

I’ve never seen that Destiny PS4 console before. I don’t normally like the custom game casings but that one’s quite nice.

[@Tronicsfix]

Agreed! They did a really good job on this one imo

[@tk848]

I have that one

[@gazb0075]

@@tk848 nice 👍

[@user-hi5ik4fg1b]

18:53 these random thermal pads are a sign that the console to open the seals can be opened with hot air. No damage.

[@GrazzaD]

Ah my Christmas gift from Steve... A new video!

[@giovanniunali2839]

My mate Vince would love this

[@JayJayzWorld]

How many people actually complain about you putting thermal paste on. Always looks fine to me... also love the videos I might start to try and fix some broken things now.

[@careem3463]

That`s probably first ad on youtube that is actually helpful unfortunately I`m not from US, so I still have to use iron and laser printer😂

[@hawkloon1234]

amazing video and very informative thanks

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you liked it!

[@momen2135]

I am really like your content ❤️❤️ . Iam Your follower from egypt

[@Tronicsfix]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@birdfish86]

Idk if you would want to try but it might be cool if you took apart a PSVR headset or maybe a Ocusis Quest I play a lot of PSVR myself

[@alp6348]

love your videos keep going please

[@mattheinrich4792]

The GOW4 edition console came with a 2TB hdd. Appears someone had already been in it if it only had a 1 TB when you opened it up.

[@No_Chill_Gil281]

there was 2 versions 1tb and 2tb

[@mattheinrich4792]

@@No_Chill_Gil281 really? With red system like that?

[@No_Chill_Gil281]

@@mattheinrich4792 yes first was the 1tb then the 2tb came not to much later

[@davidmasterton8823]

Definitely TheCod3r , fantastic at repairs.👍

[@kevinmalson5836]

It looks like you're missing a dj diode on the hdmi port side by the capacitor @tronicsfix

[@dazemodzz2896]

Northridge Fix is one of the best in the usa steeve, i live in europe and u need to understand that this guy can repair anything u give him. is really famous for his fixes

[@theo-r]

For the xbox try to set it in save mode. Or connect it internet and try to connect via remote connect via xbox app on pc (there is maybe other way to connect). Or with hdmi splitter that my mate Vince used in 1 of his video. And you could try to put motherboard in a good know xbox case with every thing from the good xbox (so replace fan hdd +hdd cable psu wifi Bluetooth and the rest if there is still something to replace) and try to put the good motherboard in the "bad" case.

[@cozy3532]

Merry Christmas!!

[@mullinsjm1]

Man that Destiny PS4 is a beaut! Glad you got her working.

[@jasondoesthings919]

TheCod3r reballs ram chips by hand all the time, send it to him.

[@jorgeplaza7938]

True, perhaps he can repair those consoles

[@trevorcarr8642]

I've watched the coder mending all sorts of xbox and ps4 ,s this would be right up his street, puts a 100% into his repairs. He gets my vote

[@GadgetUK164]

Agreed - he's said he will take a look at them!

[@buffsheeri]

do you have a link to his channel?

[@badboydas]

TheCod3r he,s the man for the job

[@MundoNintend0]

Hello, can you please make a video of the correct change of thermal paste of the Nintendo Switch.

[@DexterTheMightyGodwin]

emphasizing u are older.. congratulations.. and happy birthday

[@Tronicsfix]

Ha, ha...thanks...my birthday is in September, but still, thanks!

[@No1BRC]

Borderline OCD is very talented and showed some interesting fixes.

[@user-db6pw4kr4p]

Hey.. I'm just starting a KZbin chanel and it will be great to try fixing it! It will be a great start for me with this type of help from KZbinr like you :)

[@xDB8x]

Are you gonna try motherboard/graphics cards/pc components fixes like someone suggested on a poll? Just wanted to know your opinion on that :) It would be interesting, but I don't know if it is too risky. Anyway great video, it's over 20 minutes so it's even better!

[@Tronicsfix]

Probably at some point

[@girlthaslu]

Yayyyy new upload

[@andreilucian10]

The perfect amount of thermal paste did the magic :))

[@kamelghrib2623]

I think Northridge Fix would be a good choice to challenge with the repair.

[@paullefur6213]

Steve, this might of already been covered, had the same with a PS4, would not display using HDMI i had sound on the TV which is quiet new, worked fine using composite, albeit the res not great, hook it up to TV in front room, no issues using HDMI, like said you prob have already sorted this.