Steam Deck DIY Repair Fail - Can I Fix It?!
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Steam Deck DIY Repair Fail - Can I Fix It?! I paid $350 for this broken Steam Deck. The seller said they dropped it and broke the screen, but then they replaced it and it worked for a while and then stopped working. Hopefully I'll be able to figure out what is wrong and get it working again.
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@HaydHol 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
indeed try a CH341 , few bucks worth the try
@thecaybob1 2 ай бұрын
We need to like this post, maybe it'll work :)
@holdenhodgdon3756 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
Yeah, I think you're onto something here. I feel like it has to be something like this.
@Melechtna 2 ай бұрын
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.
@kevparkin4846 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
If your doc is wearing one of your "I fixed it until I broke it" t-shirts, run fast.
@modermonkula 2 ай бұрын
Where would the thermal paste go ?
@AltCutTV Ай бұрын
Usually applied in perfectly excessive amounts before an ultrasonic scan. ;)
@returnofmerenguespersempre6664 16 күн бұрын
@@modermonkula you know where.
@phoenragon 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@CuriousGamer022 2 ай бұрын
@@Tronicsfixwhat happend if u dont mind saying?
@robbyg1232 2 ай бұрын
@@Tronicsfix 🤟🤟
@holy_lettuce 2 ай бұрын
@@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 2 ай бұрын
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 !
@ncdave4 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
When was u diagnosed because people with stage 4 usually only live several years and can't be treated easily
@stevenc5227 Ай бұрын
@@CuriousGamer022 live several years? well suggest you go and look it up, wrong information totally.
@Superman-xr1oh Ай бұрын
@@CuriousGamer022🙄
@politoamador6848 Ай бұрын
@@CuriousGamer022 😐🤐
@FernandoRivero80 Ай бұрын
Oh Man, how sorry I am about that. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery
@fedorin1234 2 ай бұрын
I had lymphoma 12 years ago. Had two surgeries. All went fine. And you will recover soon, don't worry, man.
@CuriousGamer022 2 ай бұрын
Depends if he's strong enough to pull through
@Superman-xr1oh Ай бұрын
@@CuriousGamer022🙄
@mathomaatuark Ай бұрын
That’s great encouragement but even better to hear you made it through. @fedorin1234. I’m glad somebody is winning
@stefangheorghe1000 2 ай бұрын
Wish you getting well ASAP bud
@Tronicsfix 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Two more treatments to go...hopefully.
@MC1107 2 ай бұрын
@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.
@techgirl517 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! I appreciate that. Hope your mom is doing ok now.
@techgirl517 2 ай бұрын
@@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 2 ай бұрын
@@techgirl517 Damn I'm so sorry to hear that
@techgirl517 2 ай бұрын
@@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 2 ай бұрын
@@iceman8443 That's rough. Very sorry for your loss
@ThomasGail 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
Yep, tried it. Thanks for the prayers.
@ThomasGail 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
I didn’t try everything on camera.
@BansheeTK 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@JouZero Ай бұрын
Hey there, I'm the guy who sold you the deck! Very excited to see how this turns out. I was close to going down the "It bricked, let's try reflashing the BIOS" route but never pulled the trigger on it. Seemed just a tad too daunting for my experience level. Good luck! Wishing you all the best!
@matthewshelby9287 2 ай бұрын
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!!!!!
@SpookyDeCat 2 ай бұрын
I feel you Steve, 1 am a 2015 pancreatic cancer survivor. Savor every day. Love the videos.
@Houtka86 2 ай бұрын
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
@lyfordwilliam 2 ай бұрын
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
@falinxie Ай бұрын
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! ❤
@laurentiurosianu 2 ай бұрын
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.
@goodcitizen7064 2 ай бұрын
I hope you can get well dude, you've taught a lot of people great things!
@rileymccarthyy 2 ай бұрын
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!
@williamkelley7654 2 ай бұрын
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 2 ай бұрын
Yep, it's no fun but so far it's been manageable.
@nrwl23 2 ай бұрын
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!
@MusicWithoutwax 2 ай бұрын
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
@kylerclarke2689 2 ай бұрын
We're rooting for you, Steve! Thank you for all of the excellent videos
@HughSterbakov 2 ай бұрын
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!
@robertlawrence9000 2 ай бұрын
I'm wishing you a smooth recovery Steve. Take it easy and don't overdo it.
@andreypokesaround 2 ай бұрын
Wishing you a safe recovery!!! You're the reason I managed to fix my cousin's broken JoyCon.
@an_riin 2 ай бұрын
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!
@lkzoomer9158 2 ай бұрын
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!
@Wulzzie 2 ай бұрын
Hats off to you. I wish you a speedy recovery! You are an inspiration to all of the DIY-fixers.
@dabeats5460 2 ай бұрын
Hey Steve heres to a quick recovery! Glad your still doing video's! Ill keep you in prayer
@telluric943 2 ай бұрын
Wishing you a speedy recovery and all the good thoughts possible.
@nabilhamdi3478 2 ай бұрын
Praying for a speedy recovery Steve, thank you for all your content, we appreciate it very much ❤❤❤❤
@ryanryanson5472 2 ай бұрын
wishing you all the best Steve. youve been extremely informative over the years and also entertaining.
@trevrice436 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for all your the great vids,Wishing you a fast and full recovery from the UK.
@donaldxavier2056 2 ай бұрын
I hope you have a safe a speedy recovery! I have learned alot of helpful tips from your videos.
@matthewarlich670 2 ай бұрын
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. 😊
@JorshPodGaming 2 ай бұрын
Praying for a full recovery for you man! You're a true champion, great video!
@thegamingmob61083 Ай бұрын
Hoping for your speedy recovery. Thanks for finding the strength to create this videos. Much love here from the Philippines.
@elantran2803 2 ай бұрын
I hope all the best in your recovery. I love your videos man!
@serhatsaglam1687 2 ай бұрын
Hey Steve , hope you well recover soon bud. loving to watch your fix videos
@Fushgy 2 ай бұрын
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! 🙏❤
@DOCHAHA74BREAKEMOFF 2 ай бұрын
Glad to see you doing well brotha praying for your speedy recovery
@AngeloT2001 2 ай бұрын
Praying for you swift recovery steve, I hope you can overcome this
@dd250032 Ай бұрын
I wish you the best. Thank you for all you do hope you have a swift recovery. Sending prayers.
@UpwardOpossum9 2 ай бұрын
Wishing you best of luck Steve! Hope you recover fully soon!
@crazycarlschillchamber 2 ай бұрын
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.
@eviljigglypuff2254 2 ай бұрын
Tronics you inspired me to start repairing Switches some years back. Got my 1st hot air and soldering station. You're the best
@fede6052able 2 ай бұрын
I really wish you well, you seem like a really nice dude! I’ve been around in this channel for a while and I really like your fixes! Keep it up!!
@allfather885 2 ай бұрын
Looking good, Mr. Clean! We love you, Steve. Keep up your attitude and you will be right as rain in no time.
@patjackmanesq 2 ай бұрын
Wishing you the swiftest off recoveries, Steve❤
@McMosh12 2 ай бұрын
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.
@GerardBarakat-Official Ай бұрын
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 ❤❤❤
@ChodaBoyUSA 2 ай бұрын
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.
@Ledroo 2 ай бұрын
I wish you Steve all the best for your recovery!
@andrewjpalla Ай бұрын
Steve, you're one of the best on the platform. Thanks for all the informative and interesting videos! Wishing you a speedy recovery.
@a.p.3439 Ай бұрын
Hello Steve! Thanks for your video! I wish you the very best for your recovery and a lot of strength on your way!
@ShoelessJP 2 ай бұрын
Rooting for you Steve, big fan of your videos. Stay strong!
@royandescartes 2 ай бұрын
oh man. i am praying for you Steve. truly. i wish and pray for a full recovery bro.
@DavideNastri Ай бұрын
Thanks for another amazing video! I wish you well and a full and quick recovery.
@Otakulad 2 ай бұрын
I hope your recovery is going well. Stay strong and we are all rooting for a fast recovery.
@Kingrozzyy 2 ай бұрын
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👊❤
@ThePeacemakerGer Ай бұрын
Wish you all the best and a quick recovery!
@quezlark7875 2 ай бұрын
Sending postive vibes and energy your way brother! Stay strong!
@mahdimollaie5436 Ай бұрын
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.
@DeSavanger 23 күн бұрын
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 23 күн бұрын
Also, I had to hold my chest when I saw you unplugging the battery with the AC adapter plugged in.
@HotCosbyMaBoi 2 ай бұрын
stay tough Steve glad to see your doing treatments well
@JRthepyroguy 2 ай бұрын
Get well soon steve. Great video as usual.
@Monokai 2 ай бұрын
Hope your treatment is going well Steve! Hoping for a quick recovery.
@BrandonB 2 ай бұрын
Love your videos man, I really hope your back to 100% health sooner than later.
@Steve.e.t 2 ай бұрын
Love your repair videos. I hope you get better soon
@MGK195 2 ай бұрын
I wish you all the best Steve! ❤
@OinariKanji 2 ай бұрын
Hope your treatments continue to go well Steve. Love you videos (:
@spikehamer2 2 ай бұрын
Best of luck to you man, been watching for years now, your body will get the perfect amount of paste.
@CapitalP177 2 ай бұрын
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.
@syedsam7551 Ай бұрын
Big Fan. So glad to hear that you are in complete remission. Hope this lymphoma goes away for good.
@JimNichols 2 ай бұрын
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.
@griffinau 2 ай бұрын
Good luck with your journey Steve, I have been watching your videos for such a long time and really enjoy the varied content. I hope you are able to continue what you love doing. Again good luck, chin up and see you on your channel soon. Cheers to you and the wife.
@brunobarks6544 2 ай бұрын
Looking good brother ,YOU GO DUDE! Great energy. I knew you would kick ass ! Much love ,God bless.
@gregthehutch Ай бұрын
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 🙌🏼
@crossar32 2 ай бұрын
Praying for a speedy recovery!
@christopherrowell3777 2 ай бұрын
Love your videos and wishing you a speedy recovery your such a nice person
@CsTrGaming 2 ай бұрын
Love watching your videos! Wish you the best Steve!!
@johnmurray5221 Ай бұрын
Best wishes!!! I love your videos and want you to keep making them for many years to come.
@stephenroberts7554 Ай бұрын
Wishing you a speedy recovery I hope it all goes well 😊. Love your content very informative and very entertaining 😊 thanks for all the info 👍
@SrinivasRao-us1js 2 ай бұрын
I wish you speed recovery man ✊✊ God bless you
@Goludan Ай бұрын
glad you are doing well. hope and prayer whatever you need, it goes to you man!
@karimelnahas312 Ай бұрын
Get well soon Steve , I wish you a swift recovery Love from Egypt.
@oftankoftan Ай бұрын
stay strong, brother. whatever happens, you have made such a huge difference to so many people learning to fix their own electronics.
@familygeek7826 Ай бұрын
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!
@kfirmaymon84 2 ай бұрын
It's wonderful to see you, wish you a Quick Recovery.
@istvanbally2817 2 ай бұрын
Praying for a full recovery, sir! 🙏
@TapticDigital 2 ай бұрын
Bald Steve gives me hope that I can still look cool as I continue to lose my hair. Glad you’re still at it and going strong, wishing you good health and some good repairs ahead!
@AlexVonCrank 2 ай бұрын
Rooting for you Steve!! ❤💪
@ramyromeo9846 Ай бұрын
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
@dylanostapyk7656 22 күн бұрын
Congrats on the good news regarding your treament! All the best to you and your family!
@ilgattodivenezia 2 ай бұрын
Wishing you a quick recovery.
@empireofnoise2200 2 ай бұрын
All the best Steve!
@whitefata104 Ай бұрын
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 😊
@Shuttterbugg Ай бұрын
Congrats on getting better and doing what u gotta do...glad ur back
@lezen106 Ай бұрын
All the best my friend. Keep going I love your videos for many years now and hopefully for many many years to come
@LivyathanAD 2 ай бұрын
Get well soon mate. Much love from the UK.