More Mod chip install videos: **2024 update OLED Mod chip: ruclips.net/video/Pwrk6SPs1V0/видео.html V2 - 9min install: ruclips.net/video/hQvIz-FLnSs/видео.html More in depth V1 install: ruclips.net/video/u1NXuWNJo_s/видео.html V1 install: ruclips.net/video/u1NXuWNJo_s/видео.html V2 install under a microscope: ruclips.net/video/pzsOMlWWlgY/видео.html Lite: ruclips.net/video/ij6v-F98CLk/видео.html
At least this guy actually shows the process of soldering the mod chips on. Unlike the viewbotting parrots that just regurgitate steps they copy pasted from the internet and skip right over to the finished product.
I was smashing my head to the wall trying to figure out what was wrong with my first installation, and then I get to your video and the chip was empty, thank you verry much, it was very helpful!
I wanted to thank you for your guide. I just finished the mod with my switch after buying a microscope and practicing a while with SMD training kits before attempting the work myself. You can only appreciate the work you do once you did it yourself, everything is so tiny and I'm always afraid to break something. Thumps up, keep up the good work and guides !
Theoretically, it is easy to solder such tiny smd parts. Just don't keep your solder iron too long on one spot. Doing this increases your risk to damage these parts. I solder permanently with 350 degrees and never had any problems with it.
Best tutorial out there, helped me so much even in just preparing to hack my Mariko model 😭😭😭 Spent ages looking for an install that doesn't already come with pre-installed software, then I found you were using the exact one I am, thanks a bunch!!!!
Thanks, I struggled to find any info, no help from the seller so just read what i could and mixed different chip installs together and hoped for the best! :)
Your videos helped me a lot in my first attempts. Really wonderful work you are doing. My next project will be a switch from my first attempts where I accidentally ripped off a capacitator. Maybe you'll make a video about it at some point? Of course, only if you can find a switch with the problem somewhere
300c is already a pretty high heat, you can solder lead free with less. Temperature is preference at the end of the day, and someone unskilled can kill a capacitor with either temperature
The hardest parts were trimming the heatsink and reattaching the sd-card port. As for the points: Use a multimeter to check the continuity values of the resistors. Install the flex cable and recheck the values. If they aren't responding then you'll know they're not connected. And use good flux, best brand is Stirri v3-TF.
@@Kazwell96 Then, what's OP's logic? "Ooga booga, me want modchip inside switch funny will do it self"? If you don't have soldering experience, don't jump straight to a Switch. Learn little by little. You gain skills over experience.
@@piggyzfastgt1439 or instead of being a pretentious prick, give credit where it's due for someone trying to get into the tech hobbies. Life isn't that serious friend
clean soldering dude! I'm about to buy this mod chip but I have a question that I hope you'll reply. Where do I get the file that you copy to the external drive at the beginning of the video? It'll help a lot thanks!!
I've been repairing these consoles for years and what is the easiest soldering job for some is the exact opposite for others - destroyed cores due to incorrectly soldered modchips, modchips attached with super glue, etc
Hello! Just a quick question! At the 2:18 mark when you say to pre-tin the connector, is that the flux that you spread around it? Is that just to clean it off before the install? Thank you!
thanks for video. it is really great! .. one question. what kind of magnifying glass stand or microscope stand for soldering do you use ..? I am not sure if I need really expensive microscope stand or just 10x glass stand with helping hands.
Thanks. So I have just been using my phone zoomed in and still do most of the time. I have a Samsung s20. I have recently bought a microscope (video link below) I dont use it on everything I do as the clearance between camera and stand is not great ruclips.net/video/5dcEsE-Lp38/видео.html
Do I need a picofly? I saw one on aliexpress for $12.25 without tax and shipping and I found one that looked identical to this for like $6.14. I’m trying to install one on my fiancés V1 XKW patched switch. Also can I just use electric tape instead of the other tape?
Hello, I am translating this with Google Translate I have bought the chip to unlock my non-vulnerable Nintendo Switch v1 (version 18.0.0) but I have a question, which firmware should I install on my rp2040? fw 2.73 or 2.74 I'm sorry if this is written wrong but I don't speak English. Thank you very much and good video.
Man I finally received the microscope, and yesterday I could complete the soldering, and before re-assembly I got the no-sd screen, but when I put back the aluminium sheet, and turn on the switch, it starts normally, I tried using more tape everywhere but it I can't find where it culd be making bad contact. To mention that it only shows the no-sd w/o the aluminium thing any ideas? Thanks for everything!
I think I have it now. I took the console apart again, until I got to the flex solder, I did some continuity checks, I cleaned the circuits and I put it back together, being careful to put tape in the places that could have contact, very similar to what you have in your tutorial. And that's it, it now works with the aluminum sheet. Greetings!
I tried to look for these parts on amazon and other.. but i dont want to order wrong one.. I saw some other and they where for oled version i have the patched switch..
Switch just boots to black screen and chip blinks blue then green two times but the screen shows it lighting up but no logos or anything then turns off
Yeah, the LCD model is child's play. The switch lite is more difficult, but still manageable if you have a bit of microsoldering experience, but the OLED is a pain in the ass
No you don't, just need an rcm launcher to soft boot it. Hard modded I think it's better as it boots it self each time without needing an external device but soft modded obviously needs no soldering!
hey i have a question as we saw the mod chip comes with a usb-c port is it not necessary to uninstall the original usb-c port from the switch and install the modded one? and if so am i still able to connect the switch via pc to inject payloads? or can i do that just from the sd card?
@@fixingmoddingbuilding so i need to install the firmware before installing the mod chip? and if so if for some reason the firmware is wrong or there is an error etc do i need to re open the switch and try again?
It's a two month old comment but the answer is you only need that usb to interface with it initially to load the firmware from a file downloaded on your pc. Once installed if didn't come preinstalled you can remove it and never use it again. The original usb stays and the two never have anything to do with each other it's just so a pc can initially interface with modchip to put firmware on modchip (hacking program)
@@Babihrse yea I kinda figured thanks anyway even tho I still haven't modded my switch bc I can't find a person to do it knowing that they won't break it but yea still thanks
Okay I didn’t brick it, I desoldered and checked the chip again. Couldn’t reset it and it seems like it didn’t work after I first unplugged it. Cleaned off the rest with ethanol and the nand is still functional. Gonna order some more chips :).
So does this work on any Switch? Not oled or lite, but any hardware version of og switch (I guess v1 or v2) ? Also is there a way of installing the chip without mutilating the heat shield?
So yes works on v1 /v2. There is other versions for lite, oled. I haven't seen a way of fitting it yet without cutting the heat shield. I've done a few and never had an issue with overheating.
Do I need a picofly? I saw one on aliexpress for $12.25 without tax and shipping and I found one that looked identical to this for like $6.14. I’m trying to install one on my fiancés V1 XKW patched switch.
yeah, a picofly is another name for the modchip hes installing, if you need more specific name it would be called an rp 2040, be careful as there are different models for regular switch, oled, and lite. kits for v1 and v2 are similar, and are usually shipped together
@@fixingmoddingbuilding I tried that, but there are a lot of listings and i dont know which one to get. Can't u send me the name of the listing instead?
Hello, my chip just arrived, I connected it to the PC but I only see that the blue light turns on and then a red/orange one but it does not open any folder on my PC, does this mean that it has the firmware already loaded inside?
Some people told me the rp2040 corrupts the nand and problematic compare to the Instinct-NX v6, are you aware of this? I already installed this on my switch lite and oled. Haven't tried the normal switch yet.
I've heard that flashing the chip can put both the chip and your switch at risk I am hoping to do it on my switch but scared about the info I can't afford another if it goes wrong is there any truth behind it the info is on reddit a well detailed write up
Can you maybe do a guide for the oled switch, and how to flash hekate into it. Im very new to modding and I dont see any explanation on how to put hekate into the chip :D
@@fixingmoddingbuilding then why is the "Hekate NO SD card" screen popping up after the chip is installed and the switch is turned on in in guides I see
Is the v2 component suldor the same way as the v1 or is it different. I have a v2 switch im trying to hack but i read you need to install a chip to intall custom firmware on the v2 is that true?
Not every V1 can be modded without a modchip. If you have the unpatched V1 it would only be for convenience, but for a patched V1 it's the only way to use CFW
Can someone show me how to install Hekate and Atmosphere for this modchip?... Can someone tell me what happens to my Pokémon saves if I install magic to my NS?
@@fixingmoddingbuilding OK, thanks and what do I do after I have installed the chip? How do I load the customware onto the Switch? Maybe you also have a tutorial for it Lg
great video, one question, when you copy the firmware onto the chip, do you disconnect the cable with safe removal or not? also what could happen if you solder the chip onto the console without inserting the firmware inside?
You probably should do safe removal but I never do with anything! If there's no firmware it either doesn't boot or just boots normal, you can just disconnect and plug into PC and install the software on it.
@@fixingmoddingbuilding thanks for the reply, I'm asking you this because I soldered the chip and the LEDs weren't flashing I dismantled the chip and now my switch won't start anymore. what could it depend on?
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More Mod chip install videos:
**2024 update OLED Mod chip: ruclips.net/video/Pwrk6SPs1V0/видео.html
V2 - 9min install: ruclips.net/video/hQvIz-FLnSs/видео.html
More in depth V1 install: ruclips.net/video/u1NXuWNJo_s/видео.html
V1 install: ruclips.net/video/u1NXuWNJo_s/видео.html
V2 install under a microscope: ruclips.net/video/pzsOMlWWlgY/видео.html
Lite: ruclips.net/video/ij6v-F98CLk/видео.html
At least this guy actually shows the process of soldering the mod chips on. Unlike the viewbotting parrots that just regurgitate steps they copy pasted from the internet and skip right over to the finished product.
I just gonna say... always use flux and you live will be easier
That's good to know glad I clicked on this guys vid to watch it later
I was smashing my head to the wall trying to figure out what was wrong with my first installation, and then I get to your video and the chip was empty, thank you verry much, it was very helpful!
Glad it helped 👍
@@fixingmoddingbuildingfrom wich page did you download firmware? ( Can i chance firmware later or it is just one time? )
X2
I wanted to thank you for your guide. I just finished the mod with my switch after buying a microscope and practicing a while with SMD training kits before attempting the work myself.
You can only appreciate the work you do once you did it yourself, everything is so tiny and I'm always afraid to break something.
Thumps up, keep up the good work and guides !
Thanks and well done 👍
Theoretically, it is easy to solder such tiny smd parts. Just don't keep your solder iron too long on one spot. Doing this increases your risk to damage these parts. I solder permanently with 350 degrees and never had any problems with it.
@@BaamAlex how long do you keep your soldering iron on the spot? currently learning how to solder SMD
@@404waffles just a few seconds. Not more.
@@BaamAlex350 degrees celsius?
Best tutorial out there, helped me so much even in just preparing to hack my Mariko model 😭😭😭
Spent ages looking for an install that doesn't already come with pre-installed software, then I found you were using the exact one I am, thanks a bunch!!!!
Thanks, I struggled to find any info, no help from the seller so just read what i could and mixed different chip installs together and hoped for the best! :)
Where did you get the chip and software?
@@rhindleMM aliexpress
Thanks for this tutorial. I was able to hard mod my v1 switch. No more needing jigs !
Good, glad it helped 👍
It helped me, never soldered this tiny looks a lot bigger on the video but it works 🎉 Thanks for the guide
You're welcome!
More in depth install: ruclips.net/video/u1NXuWNJo_s/видео.html
**2024 updated video** V2 - 9min install: ruclips.net/video/hQvIz-FLnSs/видео.html
Oled install vid: ruclips.net/video/mddCXJzhlBE/видео.html
Missing Chip software: ruclips.net/video/dv7lZH-o5cw/видео.html
V1 install: ruclips.net/video/u1NXuWNJo_s/видео.html
V2 install under a microscope: ruclips.net/video/pzsOMlWWlgY/видео.html
Lite: ruclips.net/video/ij6v-F98CLk/видео.html
lite man? nintendo switch lite?
@@MARCOHERNANDEZ-gy6yj I need a lite to do it
nitendo switch V2?
Your videos helped me a lot in my first attempts. Really wonderful work you are doing. My next project will be a switch from my first attempts where I accidentally ripped off a capacitator. Maybe you'll make a video about it at some point? Of course, only if you can find a switch with the problem somewhere
Thank you 👍
thank you :D
Thanks so much, very much appreciated 👍
Why do you put the soldering iron to 300c instead of 400c? I thought low heat high time kills the board and creates bad joints.
Because you can cut off the Capacitor easily with 400c and destroy the flex cable, when you don’t watch out.
after i see your uncleaned work place, i would never ever send a switch to you 😂😂😂
@@seppeseppe-jq7nr ?
300c is already a pretty high heat, you can solder lead free with less. Temperature is preference at the end of the day, and someone unskilled can kill a capacitor with either temperature
@@AniviaStf lead free do u use
It literally was a mystery item to me till the very last second when you flipped the machine. Lol
Thanks for the video, very well made and excellent music
The hardest parts were trimming the heatsink and reattaching the sd-card port. As for the points: Use a multimeter to check the continuity values of the resistors. Install the flex cable and recheck the values. If they aren't responding then you'll know they're not connected. And use good flux, best brand is Stirri v3-TF.
I followed your great video on a v1 patched switch and a v2 switch. I screwed up the v1 but v2 worked great. It was all tht practice from the v1 😂
Thanks and well done
How do you fuck up a HWFly. Those are the easiest of the easiest. Try soldering a RP2040-Zero. Using "A definitive PicoFly install guide".
@@piggyzfastgt1439potential first time soldering. Sit down goofy
@@Kazwell96 Then, what's OP's logic? "Ooga booga, me want modchip inside switch funny will do it self"? If you don't have soldering experience, don't jump straight to a Switch. Learn little by little. You gain skills over experience.
@@piggyzfastgt1439 or instead of being a pretentious prick, give credit where it's due for someone trying to get into the tech hobbies. Life isn't that serious friend
I have the exact same packaging, happy to have found this!
Hope it helps 👍
Same chip for V2 just uses a different ribbon for cpu. Oled takes about 45 min if youve done a few
How do you differentiate the ribbon for the cpu
@@naongagondwe5735 the ribbon has text on it saying v1 or v2
@@naongagondwe5735they are labeled "V1" and "V2" respectively. If you order a chip for an LCD model it usually comes shipped with both ribbons
clean soldering dude! I'm about to buy this mod chip but I have a question that I hope you'll reply. Where do I get the file that you copy to the external drive at the beginning of the video? It'll help a lot thanks!!
Some chips come with it pre installed, if not watch my video in the top comment to show how to add it yourself.
Im buying the one without a pre installed file because it’s cheaper. Oh what i meant was where do download the file?
@@xkikimex yer check the pinned comment, shows how, where to get it from
Where do you find the files to install? He shows you dragging them on to the mod but where do you get them to even drag them to the mod?
hello! can you put in the description where you brought everything (thermal paste, chip, etc etc)
I had my chip installed but I don't think the person that installed it preloaded the software. My switch is stuck on NOSD screen any suggestions?
The chip will need flashing, read the top comment with links on how to flash it.
I've been repairing these consoles for years and what is the easiest soldering job for some is the exact opposite for others - destroyed cores due to incorrectly soldered modchips, modchips attached with super glue, etc
Does this fix the risk of getting banned?
Hello! Just a quick question! At the 2:18 mark when you say to pre-tin the connector, is that the flux that you spread around it? Is that just to clean it off before the install? Thank you!
Put flux on all the contacts and solder them, it's easier to do it now rather then when it's fitted
do i still have to use more solder when its fitted?@@fixingmoddingbuilding
i have the hac -001 2018 model hac s- jxe -c3 which chip should i use
thanks for video. it is really great!
.. one question. what kind of magnifying glass stand or microscope stand for soldering do you use ..? I am not sure if I need really expensive microscope stand or just 10x glass stand with helping hands.
Thanks. So I have just been using my phone zoomed in and still do most of the time. I have a Samsung s20.
I have recently bought a microscope (video link below) I dont use it on everything I do as the clearance between camera and stand is not great
ruclips.net/video/5dcEsE-Lp38/видео.html
where to download the files? like the fw.uf2 one? i need it so i can put it on the chip
Read the top comment
Can i use electrical tape instead of kapton?
Possibly, it is mainly for insulation, electrical tape is a bit thicker though, might not be good for the heat coming off?
Any reason why my modchip just sit connected with the uf2 file and doesnt disconnect. i reconnect it and the files are reset. No lights at all
Possibly faulty chip?
@@fixingmoddingbuilding i just bought 2 of them and they both do the same thing
Where do we find the files to flash to the modchip?
All your videos are helpful keep up the good work appreciate it bro
Thanks, which tool i need to check if the solder is soldered correctly
You just look at your solder joints and see if they are done right?
Do I need a picofly? I saw one on aliexpress for $12.25 without tax and shipping and I found one that looked identical to this for like $6.14. I’m trying to install one on my fiancés V1 XKW patched switch.
Also can I just use electric tape instead of the other tape?
Simplemente hermoso este tutorial 🤠👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Could someone send me a link to this mod chip?
Hello, I am translating this with Google Translate
I have bought the chip to unlock my non-vulnerable Nintendo Switch v1 (version 18.0.0) but I have a question, which firmware should I install on my rp2040? fw 2.73 or 2.74
I'm sorry if this is written wrong but I don't speak English.
Thank you very much and good video.
I would personally go for the newer one, I think that's what I currently use.
Man I finally received the microscope, and yesterday I could complete the soldering, and before re-assembly I got the no-sd screen, but when I put back the aluminium sheet, and turn on the switch, it starts normally, I tried using more tape everywhere but it I can't find where it culd be making bad contact. To mention that it only shows the no-sd w/o the aluminium thing any ideas? Thanks for everything!
I think I have it now. I took the console apart again, until I got to the flex solder, I did some continuity checks, I cleaned the circuits and I put it back together, being careful to put tape in the places that could have contact, very similar to what you have in your tutorial. And that's it, it now works with the aluminum sheet. Greetings!
Glad its sorted, I would have thought either a bad solder point or something shorted, but sounds like you are all sorted now.
Now you can enjoy it!
Hello, what are the tools and where can I find them that are needed to put the chip on the OLED? Thank you.
@@SolidSnake-xg1hy it's a mix of these items
ruclips.net/video/cWOmSBAXCzM/видео.htmlsi=2HMywMDMvcodtp1i
@@fixingmoddingbuilding Thanks.
@@fixingmoddingbuilding What thermal paste should I use for the Switch? What soldering wire do you need? Thank you.
should i try to instal my own? to be honest im scare xD. Also that soldering is good?
If never done before don't let it be your first, practice, maybe buy a faulty motherboard off ebay and try on that?
What width of kapton tape should I get?
where did you get the firmware?
I tried to look for these parts on amazon and other.. but i dont want to order wrong one.. I saw some other and they where for oled version i have the patched switch..
Aliexpress is the best place, will have all the variants
Switch just boots to black screen and chip blinks blue then green two times but the screen shows it lighting up but no logos or anything then turns off
Would check solder joints are decent
Very easy compared to the Oled version, this one was a piece of cake!
Yeah, the LCD model is child's play. The switch lite is more difficult, but still manageable if you have a bit of microsoldering experience, but the OLED is a pain in the ass
Just wondering, if a modchip is installed on this Switch, could you factory reset it and then set it up without the need for joy-cons?
I assume oled or v2 takes twice or maybe three times as long?
V2 the same, just different cable, oled big job, not a 10 min install!
Does somebody have a link for normal switch not pled or lite
@@MrPhil-se1ge search ali for rp2040, all links keep getting removed
Bonjour comment s'appelle la puce installer ?
Could i use flux and heat gun this?
Thank you so much, u save my money
I dont a have soldering experience. Do you me recommend doing this? I mean how hard it is for a beginner.
Best to practice first, I would buy a faulty board off ebay and use that first
Is it normal that after flashing, it blink blue 1 time and yellow 6 times?
yes it did the same thing for me.
hello FMB, Can i ask you a question? Do i really need to modchip my switch if its unpatched? If you can answer it will be helpful, thanks!
No you don't, just need an rcm launcher to soft boot it.
Hard modded I think it's better as it boots it self each time without needing an external device but soft modded obviously needs no soldering!
@ So, is it possible for me to jailbreak/mod my unpatched swith on my own? Can you please help me sir, maybe some guides on how to do it, thanks
is this mod possible to use in an oled? if so, what are the solding points on the board?
Look at the pinned comment that has an oled install video.
@@fixingmoddingbuilding i saw the video. I was talking about the RP2040-NS. i wanted to repurpose it for oled.
hey i have a question as we saw the mod chip comes with a usb-c port is it not necessary to uninstall the original usb-c port from the switch and install the modded one? and if so am i still able to connect the switch via pc to inject payloads? or can i do that just from the sd card?
The USB port is for the chip to add or change the firmware, you might never need it.
@@fixingmoddingbuilding so i need to install the firmware before installing the mod chip? and if so if for some reason the firmware is wrong or there is an error etc do i need to re open the switch and try again?
It's a two month old comment but the answer is you only need that usb to interface with it initially to load the firmware from a file downloaded on your pc. Once installed if didn't come preinstalled you can remove it and never use it again. The original usb stays and the two never have anything to do with each other it's just so a pc can initially interface with modchip to put firmware on modchip (hacking program)
@@Babihrse yea I kinda figured thanks anyway even tho I still haven't modded my switch bc I can't find a person to do it knowing that they won't break it but yea still thanks
I tryed modding my v2 switch with the chip and it didn't work, it killed it 😢
Is this going to be the same process with modding and flashing process asthe v2? appreciate it
Yes
Hey, my cpu ribbon cable doesn’t fit for whatever reason. I’m on a v1 but I can’t see anyone having the same problem.
nvm just stupid xd, its a really really loose fit
i bricked it 😼👏
Okay I didn’t brick it, I desoldered and checked the chip again. Couldn’t reset it and it seems like it didn’t work after I first unplugged it. Cleaned off the rest with ethanol and the nand is still functional. Gonna order some more chips :).
Yeah, I think I'll just continue getting jiggy with it 😅
Can i use electrical tape instead of kapton tape?
Possibly, but it is thicker though and you don't want to hold in the heat
i bough my switch v2 already modded, can i swapped a;ready installed with other modchip? from MV1-6 to MV1-72, please reply.
I don't know what those mod chips are sorry
Why? Your modchip works. And another chip doesn't send a payload better than the other one.
So does this work on any Switch? Not oled or lite, but any hardware version of og switch (I guess v1 or v2) ?
Also is there a way of installing the chip without mutilating the heat shield?
So yes works on v1 /v2. There is other versions for lite, oled.
I haven't seen a way of fitting it yet without cutting the heat shield.
I've done a few and never had an issue with overheating.
Where should I download the firmware?
May I ask mine doesn’t show anything on screen
Maybe check the chip has software installed?
Does it also work on switch lite ?
@@LinaKorichi this chip does ruclips.net/video/ij6v-F98CLk/видео.htmlsi=ElKSsANYBCUXBRzO
Do I need a picofly? I saw one on aliexpress for $12.25 without tax and shipping and I found one that looked identical to this for like $6.14. I’m trying to install one on my fiancés V1 XKW patched switch.
yeah, a picofly is another name for the modchip hes installing, if you need more specific name it would be called an rp 2040, be careful as there are different models for regular switch, oled, and lite. kits for v1 and v2 are similar, and are usually shipped together
@@lonelee5353 picofly is a completely different modchip. it is also harder to install. this modchips name is actually Hwfly.
Why would you even need a chip on a V1?? I need to know how to do it on the OLED
To mod it..
Can you fit the modchip and the heat shield without cutting it?
No
Will this work for any switch? I got mine about a year after they came out originally
Yes all v1/v2, some earlier ones can be soft modded though. Your best checking the serial number to see if it can.
can you share the parts and tools where to buy them?
Search aliexpress for rp2040, the tools I use are in another of my videos
is it necessary to cut the plate or is it possible to fit just behind it ?
Unfortunately the back cover won't fit correctly so the heat shield will need cutting
can you still use it like normal meaning go online with the normal switch os and also switch to the modded os or can you not go on?
If you set up emunand, follow this video :
ruclips.net/video/84iTAVWA_Ow/видео.htmlsi=EW_KQ8Bu36vhF4Nd
where to buy a mod chip for the xkw500?
Aliexpress, search rp2040
Can you please post where you ordered it?
Aliexpress, search rp2040, no point doing link as they get taken down
@@fixingmoddingbuilding I tried that, but there are a lot of listings and i dont know which one to get. Can't u send me the name of the listing instead?
@@TheGreatTS164 I've bought from different sellers everytime I've ordered, I just buy the cheapest.
@@fixingmoddingbuildingOk, thanks. Just one more question. Does the modchip make the back plastic piece bulge a bit? Cause it looks like it.
@@TheGreatTS164 no, you need to cut the heat shield though
Hello, my chip just arrived, I connected it to the PC but I only see that the blue light turns on and then a red/orange one but it does not open any folder on my PC, does this mean that it has the firmware already loaded inside?
Normally yes if it has a file loaded, nothing opens when connected to the PC
Thanks mate!!
Where do i check to see if my switch V1 or V2?
Serial number helps or just the angle of the chips that the ribbon cable uses
Whats the use of the mod? Is it just to boot hetake or does it also increase the perfomance?
It can do, emulators etc
Some people told me the rp2040 corrupts the nand and problematic compare to the Instinct-NX v6, are you aware of this? I already installed this on my switch lite and oled. Haven't tried the normal switch yet.
I've installed a few, never had an issue
Does this also apply to Nintendo Switch V2?
Yes but you have to use a slightly different flex cable for the cpu
@@fluxion767 can you recommend a specific or related brand?
@@asinlovrjo136 and since hwfly is discontinued rp2040 picofly for ns should do the trick
Anyone know the case swap video where you turn your switch into console ?
I've heard that flashing the chip can put both the chip and your switch at risk I am hoping to do it on my switch but scared about the info I can't afford another if it goes wrong is there any truth behind it the info is on reddit a well detailed write up
I've not heard anything, maybe you are mixing something up?
Can you maybe do a guide for the oled switch, and how to flash hekate into it. Im very new to modding and I dont see any explanation on how to put hekate into the chip :D
Hekate does not go on this chip it goes on the sd card of the switch
@@fixingmoddingbuilding then why is the "Hekate NO SD card" screen popping up after the chip is installed and the switch is turned on in in guides I see
@@enxi_vity because this shows the chip is installed correct and working, they don't have an sd card connected with hekate on.
@@fixingmoddingbuilding so just for confirmation, I don't need to put any files into the chip before I solder it? The Hekate screen will appear right?
@@enxi_vity it needs other software to launch, some sellers include this others you need to add it yourself
Lol so this is why i see a lot of switch repair videos of people messing this up 😂
Is the install process the same on a v2 model just using the different cpu cable?
Yes, just as easy!
for switch v2 is the same?
Yes
@@fixingmoddingbuilding how can i install chip software
What does chip mod do?
What are all the tools I need to do this mod?
Soldering iron, flux, solder, kapton tape, tweezers
Is the v2 component suldor the same way as the v1 or is it different. I have a v2 switch im trying to hack but i read you need to install a chip to intall custom firmware on the v2 is that true?
Very similar, chips at a slightly different angle
so if i install this will it let me install atmoshpere and stuff @@fixingmoddingbuilding
@@BrainRot346 yes
where can i get the modchip from?
Aliexpress
Can we do the same for the lite
No, there's more to solder on the lite
Is there a reason to install a modchip on the v1 with there being loaders available or does this just help cut out all the hassle
Cut out the hassle of the jig and loading payload.
Not every V1 can be modded without a modchip. If you have the unpatched V1 it would only be for convenience, but for a patched V1 it's the only way to use CFW
What switches are compatible with the RP2040?
There's different variants for every model
What model of switch and what chip is that.. If you don’t mind me asking
V1, rp2040 chip
a question friend, can this chip be installed in an old nintendo, help please
Works on any v1/v2 switch
@@fixingmoddingbuilding friend and for the nintendo old console what would be the best help
Can someone show me how to install Hekate and Atmosphere for this modchip?... Can someone tell me what happens to my Pokémon saves if I install magic to my NS?
ruclips.net/video/ffAgo3qzLfM/видео.htmlsi=evgjG2XrQl4aSCub
Is the same process for v2 Mariko?
Yes
Hi, Does this chip work with a V2 switch and if so, where can I buy it?
Yes, search aliexpress for rp2040
@@fixingmoddingbuilding
OK, thanks and what do I do after I have installed the chip? How do I load the customware onto the Switch? Maybe you also have a tutorial for it Lg
@@mrabcdefg ruclips.net/video/9trK8H-ZLg4/видео.htmlsi=yxOpQY8NYTSh1yts
Would this tutorial work with a Switch Lite?
No, but this one will: ruclips.net/video/ij6v-F98CLk/видео.html
@@fixingmoddingbuilding thank you so much 😊
Ehm yo, how much W/°F/°C did ya use while soldering?
I normally have my iron set between 340/360c
Thx mate
Btw. great video
How to reset it after flashing it?
Can this be used on the switch lite pls?
Not this one, there's a bit more to do on a lite:
ruclips.net/video/ij6v-F98CLk/видео.htmlsi=jqLOc_izKAbuUHC_
Hello someone was link for this easy chip for oled please? Thanks for help
Search rp2040 on aliexpress
great video, one question, when you copy the firmware onto the chip, do you disconnect the cable with safe removal or not?
also what could happen if you solder the chip onto the console without inserting the firmware inside?
You probably should do safe removal but I never do with anything!
If there's no firmware it either doesn't boot or just boots normal, you can just disconnect and plug into PC and install the software on it.
@@fixingmoddingbuilding thanks for the reply, I'm asking you this because I soldered the chip and the LEDs weren't flashing
I dismantled the chip and now my switch won't start anymore. what could it depend on?
@@VitoSpagnulo check for missing chips?
@@fixingmoddingbuilding what do you mean ?