This video shows you how to replace the micro SD reader on a Nintendo Switch. The entire process takes about 5 minutes to complete.
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@johnsmith_1942 Жыл бұрын
Quick fix: I had dropped mine and thought I have to buy a new reader. Before ordering a new reader, I just opened Switch according to video, and noticed the reader was unplugged. Pressed it back with my finger and now it works no matter how I squeeze my device. My advice: check if your existing reader is just out of place before ordering a new reader.
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
That’s a great advice. It’s always good to check the basics first. Thank you for sharing.
@johnsmith_1942 Жыл бұрын
@@bpetertube Thank YOU the tutorial. These videos save time and money. Some repairs are so easy, it's possible for novices like me to do!
@artgremlin4750 Жыл бұрын
My problem is that it only detects it if you push it in deep. But of course if you let go it stops. Does this mean it needs to be replaced or can I just do what you did?
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
@@artgremlin4750 you could try that before replacing the card reader. Also, check if you observe the same issue with another memory card. If neither fix the problem, it is likely the memory card reader.
@proffesorchaos Жыл бұрын
maybe thats my issue after these years
@AGENT666.2 жыл бұрын
My switch would always show the "unable to access microsd card" message even though I tried everything. I purchased the iFixit kit and it actually works now. Thanks for the tutorial, I really appreciated it.
@hideyawives11 күн бұрын
dang i swapped and still get it
@chrohm7 ай бұрын
it's very important that you actually connect the connector, in the vid it just appears your are laying it on top - I had to line mine up and really push it into the connector but it worked after a few tries - knowing which screws to remove was very helpful! thanks for the vid
@scrm33776 ай бұрын
Thanks for pointing this out. My sd reader stopped working and I tried many times to reconnect it. Every time it looked like it was connected right, but it wasn’t until I removed the black soft square that I was able to connect it properly.
@Lordbeerus09012 жыл бұрын
I recently bought a unpatched switch, and the SD card reader was very buggy, and this is very simple and straightforward. I thank you kind sir!
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
I am glad the video was helpful.
@pezlanudo45452 жыл бұрын
I also bought an unpatched switch and I also had the problem reading sd cards, every time I put the card in, an error screen popped up asking me to restart the console, I would like to know if this also happened to you, since I plan to replace the piece to read sd cards
@Lordbeerus09012 жыл бұрын
@@pezlanudo4545 And it is still a problem even after replacing it.
@Bog86862 жыл бұрын
Same here, replaced mine and still error message. Every time sleep mode it gives error on wake up.
@Lordbeerus09012 жыл бұрын
@@Bog8686 It's probably best to just buy a brand new one.
@georgeroesemann-jj5ry Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. My daughter dropped her switch and the SD card reader wasn't working. Luckily, all I needed to do was reseat the connection for the reader. I would have never been able to do this without your video. Thanks for saving me a more costly repair at the store.
@thendexproject332211 ай бұрын
Worked like a breeze! It took me less than 10 minutes for the repair. Get yourself the iFixit kit, it also comes with a screwdriver and the 2 bits you need for the job. Be careful when connecting the card reader. When done, don't re-assemble everything yet... First, pop the SD card in and turn your Switch on to verify that the card reader works. Then, shut down again and re-assemble. Total cost: $25 and 10 minutes of my time vs $99 + shipping & insurance and 4-6 weeks wait time with Nintendo of America! 😁
@donfella15 ай бұрын
Bro, I was ready to open the witch up until I saw this video and a comment advising that they dropped their switch and plugged the sd reader again. I tried just pushing a little bit above the sd card, and now my switch is working like new. THANK YOU!
@STINKY_WRECKT_EM11 ай бұрын
My son is pretty rough with his switch. The SD card reader came unplugged. This video helped me open it and troubleshoot it before getting a new reader
@severanceflames22013 жыл бұрын
Happy to say this worked for me :D! Just popped in my old SD card, and it worked perfectly! Getting the motherboard plug to plug back in was one heck of a job though. I think by feeling around, you can find the sweet spot and than snap it in. This video did not show that required aspect very well, but all the rest of it was perfect. Thanks!
@reidjwilliams2 жыл бұрын
I kept thinking that background voice was going to say “He puts the lotion in the basket”… Thanx for the tut!
@TheJadeFist3 жыл бұрын
Why is the plug to the motherboard borderline phyisically impossible to re-insert?
@bradlybellant39752 жыл бұрын
So u dont do it yourself
@dyllanthompson85582 жыл бұрын
Was pretty easy for me
@fnwsb4484 Жыл бұрын
So Nintendo knows you'll call then to do it
@cristianportillo88062 жыл бұрын
I found that sometimes you have to put a small folded up piece of paper under the adhesive pad to have a stronger connection
@emmettl2780Ай бұрын
I got my switch with a broken reader. Thanks for the tutorial. I will be getting a new one soon.
@MaheshSingh-bn2yy2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful because my SD card reader replacement didn't come with a tutorial
@nonenone98153 жыл бұрын
May I ask for the link for the sd card reader and the screw driver used in this video?
@Itslewcario2 жыл бұрын
I tecommend buying an I fix it kit. I found a reader on Amazon
@luvscxrs86062 жыл бұрын
Just ordered a repair kit, hopefully this fix works because the error is constantly being triggered even though I have no micro sd cards inserted. I’m guessing there’s some degree of damage or debris that got into some tight spaces that keeps messing with the card slot.
@tannies44502 жыл бұрын
Which repair kit did u use?
@savien640111 ай бұрын
EZ
@luvscxrs860611 ай бұрын
@@tannies4450 late reply sorry, I got the Ifixit repair kit. Turns out I was right, the microsd card reader had been filled to the brim with dust and had been triggering the barrage of error messages. I installed a new reader just to be safe and I never had any issues ever since.
@skyej17352 жыл бұрын
Duude it actually fucking worked. Not gonna lie, for me personally, i had to be fairly “rough” to get it in and actually click
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
Awesome :)
@JonathanAJohn4 жыл бұрын
Just replaced mine following this video!! 🌟🌟
@baranorak40804 жыл бұрын
Did it work? I'm about to but I'm not sure if it'll resolve my issue...
@variouspie82642 жыл бұрын
@@baranorak4080 Me either...
@NivekOtakuSan2 жыл бұрын
this saved my little brother's switch I appreciate the vid and time you saved me with this
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. I love to hear stories like this.
@latinasprep222Ай бұрын
Thank you for this video. Was able to fix my son's switch. The reader was just loose. 😊
@iKingOf2 жыл бұрын
After three years of being limited to 29gb of storage for EVERYTHING I now have enough storage to download more than 1 games at a time.
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@aikimshemourroberts69272 жыл бұрын
The middle screw on the sides is not coming off rn 😒
@SouthsMemes2 жыл бұрын
Did you ever get it off? It won’t come off for me no what I do
@aikimshemourroberts69272 жыл бұрын
@@SouthsMemes No, I have to send mines to nintendo manufacturers. They made it like this purposely lol 😆
@dgjegheuejfij Жыл бұрын
Absolutely don't try to just mash that connector down blindly like that. It needs to be perfectly aligned to gently snap together. Trust me, I know. I bent half the pins on mine after doing a battery replacement and had to order a new one. If you do like this and it works for you, you got lucky.
@antoniorondao6642 Жыл бұрын
should it click in and stay because mine keeps making a clicking noise but goes loose as soon as I touch it again
@ItsmeCiaburri7 ай бұрын
@@antoniorondao6642any answer to this? Feel like the motherboard connector might be messed up now. I’m having the same issue
@goongoongoongoon3 жыл бұрын
Followed this guide but my switch failed to recognise any micro sd card at all after replacing the card reader. Put the old one back in and that had completely stopped too even though prior to repair the switch recognised the sd card but then rejected it, which is why I sought to replace it. Oh well, new switch it is 🤦♂️
@jeremymorris60003 жыл бұрын
The same thing just happened to me 😭
@chistorm12 жыл бұрын
FPC connector was probably chewed up. Would require very easyish soldering to repair if you have the knowledge.
@maxoxmarixas69433 жыл бұрын
Any tips for plugging the sd-port into the mainboard? I had to unplug the sd-port to check on the ventilator and now I struggle to fit it back in
@movezig52 жыл бұрын
I'm having the same problem. I accidentally broke the pins on my old one, and now when I try to insert the new one, it doesn't make a firm connection. No snapping in or anything--it just rocks back and forth over the socket. I suspect the broken off pins may be stuck in the socket, but it's hard to tell if that's correct, because it's so small and I don't have any kind of magnifier.
@ItsmeCiaburri7 ай бұрын
@@movezig5I’m having the same issue a year later. I’m suspecting the motherboard connector has pins in it as well. Or just so messed up from me cramming it. Did you find any fix by chance? Pls respond xd
@smokedlemons82202 жыл бұрын
Idk why, but I replaced our reader with a fresh one ( It literally came in yesterday and had no noticeable issues) and it's still saying it isn't reading. Thing is. My old one looks perfectly fine once removed. The issue is that the reader is kinda floating there?? The side that doesn't screw in doesn't touch the silver part and causes a disconnect I think
@miaowminx Жыл бұрын
Did the connector on yours snap into place? It took quite a bit of maneuvering before I managed to get mine into precisely the right spot; until I did, it also just floated and (from experience on other handheld consoles) wouldn't have worked.
@PrumVideos3 жыл бұрын
The first 4 screws are diffrent than the others 😓
@Ethan9988 Жыл бұрын
Would you know where to go from here if this doesn't work?
@bbl_sigma Жыл бұрын
Do you have to format the data if you have used the SD card in the switch already
@dariojimenez30876 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video, the advise of organizing the screws helped me a lot. One more time thank you.
@danielroden9424 Жыл бұрын
those screws are TINY! and man that connector isnt easy to snap in but it worked. thanks!
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
Wonderful. I’m glad the video helped.
@danielroden9424 Жыл бұрын
@@bpetertube thanks again! 15 dollars saved me 350 for a new switch!
@HighFidelityFox Жыл бұрын
Perfect tutorial, replaced in 5 min, cheers
@holden331511 ай бұрын
i noticed you edited the part where the plug wouldnt go in.
@sayfnasser3 ай бұрын
Very useful, thanks . My kidds drop it and unplugged,, its unplugged with any movement, and just by pressing it from outside without opening it , it work ..thanks very much
@stualoo9 ай бұрын
The SD card slot on my daughters Switch was coming up with an error saying it couldn't read the SD card. I took the back off and pressed down on the connector to the main PCB (where the sticky bit is) and tada!... fixed 🙂It had been a bit temperamental in the past, so I had ordered a spare from eBay before looking (only £3.50). 4 Switches in the house... so I guess I have a spare for the future now😆
@Sam-iz9lz Жыл бұрын
Worked beautifully! Thank you for the simple and easy tutorial!
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@dyslexicbunny2 жыл бұрын
Is it possible for it to come disconnected on its own? My SD card reader stopped working after I went on a flight and I wonder if it just came loose somehow instead of breaking properly. My card is still good since my wife's Switch told me to format it as it was for a different Switch.
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
It is possible, but less likely than other possible root causes.
@dyslexicbunny2 жыл бұрын
@@bpetertube Makes sense. I'll look at getting the part and giving it a whirl. Thanks for the reply. Will let you know how it goes.
@ElementalTJ Жыл бұрын
Did mine today. Thank you so much for the video!
@invinciblemercenary5102 жыл бұрын
Bottom screws are impossible to unscrew 😔
@evanbarth7173Ай бұрын
Here’s a question about the sd card reader. How do I know if I can fix it or if I should replace it? Mine looks normal I assume, but only works when I hold the micro sd card in place. Please help!
@jcpcentralbrony6360 Жыл бұрын
Quick question when I already replace the Ad card reader does it have to update with the card I’m gonna use or can I use a different SF card THEN change it to the one I’m gonna use
@NTgamezZ10 ай бұрын
Thanks I’m going to need to order the parts to fix my switches SD card slot and I wanted to see how easy it would be
@Mattofthesharpe6 ай бұрын
Know this is an old video but thanks a bunch!
@KobianoRoll Жыл бұрын
jesus christ finally! that part at 2:19 is so damn hard to get snapped into place but i kept doing it and eventually it snapped in!
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
I am glad it worked :)
@itsjustjimbo3 жыл бұрын
So, maybe I might have to change the SD card reader. That's probably why my SD card isn't being recognised, even though I've tried everything to resolve the issue. So thanks, this really helped
@raytraxdtm Жыл бұрын
Have u figured this out?
@itsjustjimbo Жыл бұрын
Yes I did fix it. But I had to get a new Switch. Because the second time my SD card reader stopped working and a few of the screws were messed up. So I couldn't get the case off.
@TGFtsampikos4 жыл бұрын
Do I need to put the sponge sticker
@JonathanAJohn4 жыл бұрын
You probably should. I just did it and I put the sponge sticker.
@LDev313 жыл бұрын
Wow this video helped me a lot ! Without it i couldnt continue my switch modding tutorial , thanks a lot ! I will subscribe Directly :D !
@bpetertube3 жыл бұрын
I am glad to hear that the video helped.
@rashiedwyngaard576811 ай бұрын
Thanks! Saved me some 😊
@dyllanthompson85582 жыл бұрын
I bought a new sd card and went through the whole process of converting my data over, and after that my switch wouldn’t read any sd cards anymore! I just replaced the reader and it still not working, anyone reading this have any suggestions?
@MaldingMilkMan14 күн бұрын
Where did you buy the new reader?
@gersonpagan4 ай бұрын
Why do you need to format the sd card with the new reader? Is it necessary?
@dustinplee50673 жыл бұрын
Is that why my games can not update I know I put my micro sd card in Wal it was turned on when I first got my Nintendo switch so could my problem be because my games are not updating is because I put my mirco Sd card in wal it was turned on so do I need to replace my sad card reader
@sapomovie53202 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother
@CrAnk3d-D3m0N Жыл бұрын
I did exactly that and now it won’t read the sd
@TheSVSexton Жыл бұрын
Do I need to format after swapping? I'm running cfw and I'm not sure what will potentially happen if the card gets wiped while in the switch.
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
If the SD card was not properly formatted, you would need to format it. Please note that formatting the SD card will erase all content on your SD card (so make a copy of any content that you want to keep before you format).
@jking42193 жыл бұрын
Where do I get a microsd card reader?
@xertexz65763 жыл бұрын
I got mine from Ifixit
@joshuab72933 жыл бұрын
Also Amazon works
@pufferfluff Жыл бұрын
thank you! worked PERFECt.
@carneasadalover30002 жыл бұрын
What screwdriver did u use
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
You will need a #000 phillips screwdriver and a tri-wing screwdriver.
@carneasadalover30002 жыл бұрын
@@bpetertube do u have the link for amazon
@kyronmoore74853 жыл бұрын
Too easy! Thanks bro
@adrianacevedX24 ай бұрын
Where did you buy the replacement ?
@forbiddensuper23693 жыл бұрын
I just got a brand new switch lite and I have to replace it 😂
@andrevth8 ай бұрын
will replacing the SD card reader work if my switch cannot currently read my SD card?
@boi60029 ай бұрын
do you have to format it ? i’m attempting to use the same sd cars that already has most of my games saved to
@IMRGaming215 ай бұрын
What screw driver are you using?
@GB6__YT Жыл бұрын
What do you do if there are stripped screws? I bought the triwing screwdriver and all but the screw I guess gave out their shape with age?
@keithgoetting8051 Жыл бұрын
i have the same issue....2 that wont come out. sucks. ill let you know if i find a fix
@GB6__YT Жыл бұрын
@@keithgoetting8051 yes please 🙏
@Funnynfish2 жыл бұрын
where did you get the replacement part from
@miaowminx Жыл бұрын
You can buy the kits right through Amazon these days.
@The_SUN1234 Жыл бұрын
why is formatting needed after replacing the reader??
@Tersudo Жыл бұрын
got a question so my sd slot doesent click in anymore so should i replace the reader or what do i do
@ItsmeCiaburri7 ай бұрын
Did you find a solution? Same issue here
@otjunior9 ай бұрын
Would this work on the switch lite as well?
@papirickyenriches33257 ай бұрын
Where can I buy one
@sashimeh25362 жыл бұрын
I did this and the switch screen on handheld dosent work, it stays blavk but it is on. does anyone know how to fix this?
@Bog86862 жыл бұрын
Hold power button for long time
@sashimeh25362 жыл бұрын
@@Bog8686 no thats not the problem you can hear thats its on but the screen is black
@samparnell24943 жыл бұрын
Managed to absolutely strip the middle screw on the right joycon slot. RIP. Such a tough screw, the other one almost stripped too :'(
@scuevas13 жыл бұрын
they’re not normal screws! you need a special tool
@samparnell24943 жыл бұрын
@@scuevas1 Those ones aren't triwing. I had both tools for the job. As I said, the other one came out fine. It was just overly tight and couldnt get purchase on it.
@radicalrobin99813 жыл бұрын
omds literally the same did you manage to fix it? Im not sure how you take out a stripped screw of this size I am quite a beginner
@samparnell24943 жыл бұрын
@@radicalrobin9981 Yes and no lol. I could NOT sort the screw out so I ended up bending the back plate and absolutely sweating to get the replacement in... After all that, it didn't work. So either I got a dud replacement (highly likely) or the issue is on the board itself. Either way I am desperately awaiting an announcement on the fabled Switch Pro, cause I dont wanna buy a replacement now only to have a better one come out just after. Oof.
@PHEEliNUX3 жыл бұрын
@@samparnell2494 well, not quite a pro yet...
@_domix_2 жыл бұрын
where did you find the card slot
@amazinggamingbro9473 жыл бұрын
I put mine in and it did not work I’m going to reopen my switch do you know how I can make sure I put the new Sd card reader in correctly like some key things to make sure I do. Also could you link we’re you got the screws
@artgremlin4750 Жыл бұрын
I did everything in this video and it didn’t work. I bought everything required including a new Ed card reader and it still didn’t work. I’m super pissed
@bradleyisameme88146 күн бұрын
Bruh i can't even connect the reader back it's too hard
@One_rasta2 жыл бұрын
THANK.YOU
@d.b.11762 жыл бұрын
Flexing with the 14 gig SD card.
@matthieucharest90052 жыл бұрын
Is it obligatory to format the sd card? Because I've changed the reader too and it still doesn't read
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
If the SD card was never successfully used in the unit, you will need to format it.
@riolopezfilms6072 Жыл бұрын
Do U need to format it?
@ISnortBirds5 күн бұрын
Am i the only one who’s replacement sd reader didnt ever line up?
@Pendu_real1 Жыл бұрын
Can anyone help me mine works but it doesn't go all the way IN when I push it more it detects the SD card and works and I tried another SD card Same problem any advice
@boi60029 ай бұрын
same here bud
@variouspie82642 жыл бұрын
Are there any risks of doing this repair? I can't afford to lose my Switch
@dyllanthompson85582 жыл бұрын
Improper installation
@kenyonwolfe2400 Жыл бұрын
I was just trying to see how can I fixed a broken SD card from my Nintendo switch
@henryandre71162 жыл бұрын
Any risks?
@aaronpaine10532 жыл бұрын
This worked the first couple of times, but what do you do when you've replaced the SD Card reader four times, and this final time it didn't fix anything. I just don't get it, the first 3 times, it fixed the damned thing, now, it STILL won't read a f****** card!
@jackiscool4863 жыл бұрын
where do i buy this
@viscrelia Жыл бұрын
Accidentally stripped 2 screws when trying this 😫
@KNIFEnFAWKES Жыл бұрын
Also pain is enhanced Like I have to take pain killers when I bite my tongue 😢
@HigherQualityUploads2 жыл бұрын
I sent my OLED Switch to be repaired for this and they sent it back still broken... Guess I'll have to do it myself. :/
@matthewgosling40362 жыл бұрын
Perfect, thank you very much!
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome. I am glad the video helped.
@DevvieDaOneАй бұрын
Think I can send you mines😭🙏
@kennyMcCormick6024 жыл бұрын
what tools do I need?
@bpetertube4 жыл бұрын
A tripoint Y00, and a Phillips #000 screwdriver.
@kennyMcCormick6024 жыл бұрын
@@bpetertube thank you when im 16 I will be old enough for a bank account so i will save up for ifix it nintendo switch kit
@SyoumaBlue2 жыл бұрын
Not working for me
@PigletTube2 жыл бұрын
Do not follow his instructions, he opened it up and if you do the same, your warranty will void.
@bpetertube2 жыл бұрын
There are actually two approaches here. You should most definitely have the manufacturer repair your device if it is under warranty. If it is however not under warranty, this video may help you repair the device yourself at a lot lower cost than sending it to the manufacturer for an out of warranty repair.
@stevec83213 жыл бұрын
link?
@ItsCrunkulous2 жыл бұрын
i so desperately wish i could do this but i have stripped fucking screws so theres not really much i can do.
@kellyshea92 Жыл бұрын
The ifix it kit is a POS. Still have the same issue and ive worked on my console 4 times now making sure its connected correctly and this isnt my first time working on a game console. DO NOT BUY!
@bpetertube Жыл бұрын
Kelly, please share here when you resolve the issue and what it took to fix it. Sharing your experience could help someone else.