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RIPPA RA903B Controller: Why the bottons don't work

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 02:08:19 -0700

When I press the buttons it doesn't work

And I can't play some of the missions

⟐ Commented July 11, 2026 at 2:08 MST

Super Nintendo: Theres a slot on the bottom of the console whats it for?

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:33:48 -0700

On the bottom of my SNES console there is a slot for something but i have no clue what. it has a protective cover and on the cover is simply the letters EXT. I am guessing its for some type of extension....However since i do not have the orginal manual that came with my Nes when i received it when i was little i cant be sure and have yet to find any way to find out what its for or what purpose it serves...

⟐ Commented July 11, 2026 at 1:33 MST

Nintendo DS Lite: Why won't my son's Nintendo DS read any games?

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:02:22 -0700

No matter what DS game we put in, it won't read the game. Nothing happens.

⟐ Answered July 11, 2026 at 1:02 MST

Game Boy Pocket: GBP powers on with the initial startup chime, but screen is blank

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:08:31 -0700

Hi! I bought a Game Boy Pocket for parts to try and repair. The console powers on and I hear the little startup ding, but the screen is blank no matter how I turn the contrast wheel. And I don't hear sounds from the inserted game, so I don't know if that's loading.

There's definitely some corrosion on the board in the bottom left. I didn't want to scrub too much away yet though, since it looks like maybe the surface of the board is cracked? Is that cleanable?

One of the pins in the cartridge slot, all the way on the right when the back cover of the GBP is off, is higher than the others. Is this normal?

Any thoughts or insights are much appreciated!

⟐ Answer accepted July 10, 2026 at 18:08 MST

Steam Deck: Steam Deck Controller ID Lacks Any Letter Code

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:20:44 -0700

I have an LCD model Steam Deck with the only modification done being an SSD upgrade inside. My left stick's rubber ring up top has gotten loose so I'm debating ordering a replacement from here, but hit a snag. Upon checking the Steam Deck Controller ID on my deck, I don't have a proper ID that matches what I've seen online; rather, it simply reads '12345678' with no sort of letter code at all. Is there some way to fix this within Steam itself? Is there something on the stick module inside that also marks whether its a Type A or B on the board?

⟐ Answered July 10, 2026 at 17:20 MST

DualShock 4 CHU-ZCT2U Generation 4: L2 triggers right stick

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:36:45 -0700

When I press L2, it triggers my right stick up, and even after I release it it still moves up.

⟐ Answered July 10, 2026 at 16:36 MST

Nintendo DSi XL: Tried replacing dsi xl camera, system no longer powers on.

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:31:18 -0700

I recently bought a used DSi XL off Ebay, the system powers on and can play games fine, but someone removed the camera cable from it, causing a system crash when using the camera. I got a replacement cable and did the repairs myself, but after reconnecting everything, I power it on, and get a bottom screen flash before it turns off. After researching the problem, I realized the top screen's cable wasn't in all the way (I assume was the issue, because I did struggle to insert the cable through the hinge and was worried I damaged it). After inserting it properly, I go to power it on, but now the system doesn't power on at all ( I get a flashing orange light). I had noticed afterward that I might have crushed the power board's black-and-red wires, which I'm assuming is the problem, because everything else seems to be connected properly.

Edit: I tried to pop out the top screen's cable to see if that was a potential problem, and no, it still doesn't turn on.

Second Edit: Alright, I did my best to get pictures of what I believe the problem to be, but taking photos of these tiny cables is difficult to get clean images of. I hope these can help pinpoint the issue with the DSi.

⟐ Commented July 10, 2026 at 16:31 MST

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con: Optimizing Joy-Con ABXY button replacement - board vs. battery removal

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:21:21 -0700

I'm the author of the 'Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Action Buttons (ABXY) Replacement' guide. Currently, the guide suggests removing the battery to access the membranes. However, I believe it might be easier to remove the motherboard instead to get to them.

Has anyone tried this method? If so, are there any specific pitfalls I should watch out for? Also, are there existing guides I can use as prerequisites for removing the motherboard or midframe to make the process smoother for users? I want to make sure the guide is as efficient as possible while still being safe.

⟐ Answer accepted July 10, 2026 at 6:21 MST

DualSense Edge: Is there a high capacity battery?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:30:51 -0700

I bought a 4000 mAh battery upgrade for my dual sense controller. How come I can’t find this for the dual sense edge?

⟐ Commented July 10, 2026 at 4:30 MST

Nintendo 2DS: 2DS blue led turns on, speakers pop, shuts down after soldering.

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:09:08 -0700

Since I couldn't get a zif connector locally (the pins were damaged so I removed it), I soldered the circle pad to the its respective testpoints (pin 1 to ground, pin 2 to TP69, pin 3 to TP5, pin 4 to TP68). Once that was done I turned on the console, the speaker popped and the console shutdown. I did also solder the speakers once with headphone wire, but since they've popped I suppose they're correctly connected to the motherboard. The camera flex cable is broken but I've verified before that the console can boot without it. F1 and F2 show continuity on both sides. Ribbon cables seem to be connected correctly. I just removed the solder and connections I've made on those testpoints and it still shuts down with a pop. I have also inspected the screen and there is no visible damage on it.

⟐ Answered July 10, 2026 at 0:09 MST

Nintendo 3DS 2015: New Nintendo 3DS xl Y button not working tried the usual whats next

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:05:47 -0700

So I have tried cleaning the board contacts, changing the dome sticker. making sure the ribbon/flex cable is on correctly, I ordered a new board same issue. Im currently waiting on a new flex/ribbon cable. but the one I have im not sure shows signs of issues. is there any next steps to try or trouble shoot before I have to just get a new main board?

all the other buttons and functions from that board are 100% fine is really just the y button.

⟐ Commented July 10, 2026 at 0:05 MST

Nintendo Switch: Missing SMD component near Joy-Con rail FPC connector

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:09:16 -0700

Hi everyone,

I recently successfully replaced the M92T36 IC on a Nintendo Switch motherboard using a hot air station. The console now boots up and charges normally. However, I am now facing an issue with the Right Joy-Con.

When I slide the right Joy-Con into the rail, the console does not detect it as attached (it stays on wireless mode). I opened up the console again to inspect the area and noticed that the ribbon cable and the FPC connector look perfectly fine.

However, upon closer inspection of the small SMD component cluster right next to the FPC connectors, I noticed that one SMD component at the very bottom of the row is completely missing (likely blown away or knocked off accidentally during my hot air rework of the M92T36).

I have attached a micro photo of my board showing the missing component's empty pads, alongside some reference screenshots from the iFixit teardown guide for comparison.

My questions are:

1. Is this missing component a resistor (in-series) or a filter/bypass capacitor (to GND)?

2. What is the exact value/specification of this missing component (looks like a 0402 package)?

3. If it is a resistor on a data/detection line, can I safely bridge the pads with solder or a jumper wire to restore the detection functionality?

I have a multimeter, soldering iron, and hot air station ready to fix this. Any guidance or schematic insights would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance for your help!

PlayStation 4 Slim: Leftover black and small silver screws after PS4 Slim motherboard replacement

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:06:23 -0700

I have two leftover screws after completing a motherboard replacement on my PS4 Slim. One is a black 4.0 mm screw and the other is a small silver 3.0 mm screw. I have checked the motherboard shield and the power supply, but I cannot find a place where they fit. I found some empty holes, but the screws will not thread into them properly.

I've already verified the heatsink clamp (Step 19) and the main power supply screws are in place. Does anyone know if there are specific 'hidden' spots for these two screws, or if some models (like the CUH-20xx vs CUH-21xx) have extra holes that should remain empty?

⟐ Commented July 09, 2026 at 9:06 MST

DualSense Controller v2: How would I fix a single button on the D-pad not working.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:43:04 -0700

Up d-pad button stopped working overnight while in charger.all other controls are fine. I've cleaned and checked for obstructions. Factory reset. Firmware update. Wired vs wireless.

The button is just fried for no apparent reason.

⟐ Answered July 09, 2026 at 8:43 MST

Xbox One S: No picture when turned on

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:54:07 -0700

Hi I have the Xbox one s as an old console and I turn it on but has no picture showing on TV and HDMI port is still good I have tried both hdmi ports and new cables and nothing I have also tried putting it into low resolution mode and all other modes and nothing do you guys have any clue (I have recently switched to new gen but need old one running so I can clear it because I have card details on it etc)

⟐ Answered July 09, 2026 at 2:54 MST

Nintendo Switch 2: Nintendo Switch 2 IC (USB-C) chip replacement

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:06 -0700

Hello,

Nintendo Switch 2 has IC chip fried, need a replacement, Ive found out the type of chip theyre using CP10359at, and at other website its identified as cypd6228-96bzxi,,would this be a correct replacement to have it repaired? Can I buy CP10359at chip here?

Currently the Switch is not charging and battery has died.

⟐ Commented July 08, 2026 at 15:00 MST

GameSir X5 Lite: GameSir X5 Lite - How to remove hidden front spine cover?

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:55 -0700

I am following the Action Button Replacement guide for the GameSir X5 Lite, but I've encountered a missing step. To fully disassemble the controller and remove the internal screws, I need to remove the plastic cover on the front side of the spine/extender.

I've tried prying it, but it's very difficult and I'm afraid of breaking the plastic or the internal clips. Does anyone have advice on the best prying point or a specific technique to safely remove this front cover? Photos of the clip locations would be extremely helpful.

⟐ Commented July 08, 2026 at 12:00 MST

BSP-D9: How to fix the stick drift

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:40:10 -0700

My controller do some drifts while playing

⟐ Answered July 08, 2026 at 6:40 MST

R36S: Why my r36s not power and just making sound

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:37:17 -0700

Why my r36s is not pwer on and just making sound

PlayStation 2: Why is my PS2 shutting off after a few seconds?

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:48:18 -0700

Bought a "needs repair" PS2 off Ebay (SCPH-39001). The issue is that it will power on for a few seconds and then shut off with a blinking red light. Upon powering, it works normally for a second besides a fast spinning fan. After another second the fan speed increases drastically right before shutting off.

I opened it up and noticed the thermal pads were cracked. I went ahead and replaced them but nothing changed. I then thought maybe it could be a bad PSU and ordered an Amazon replacement (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KVGYJSL?lv=...). After installing and flipping the switch on the back, it will not let me boot it up at all and gives a rapid blinking red light. I can try to bypass this by flipping the switch and quickly turning it on, but again it is the same issue of max fan speed and quickly shutting off. Help is greatly appreciated!

⟐ Answered July 08, 2026 at 1:48 MST