#could portable monitors brick the switch?

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spark plover
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🤔 Does this still need answer?

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I recently bought a G-story 15.6 inch portable monitor (GSW56FM). There are two USB-C slots. One is used to power the monitor, and the other one is used to connect devices such as the Nintendo Switch. It says in the instruction that I should use the original Nintendo adapter to power the monitor and use the included type-c to type-c from the monitor to the switch. Basically, the monitor works like a third-party dock/montior-in-one. It works great but after reading about the bricking issue that happened last 2018, I'm freaking out right now. I used 6 of my Nintendo Switch with that monitor directly connected with a USB-C and I'm a bit afraid if it has already done some sort of damage inside the system. I will now start using my dock again but I would just like to ask:

  1. if, let's say, some third party docks damage the PD chip of the switch, is the damage something cumulative where the switch could still continue to work even when there is already small damages being done to the chip or is the damage something that happens abruptly? I'm afraid that after using the montior, it would shorten the life-span of my consoles.
  2. Or is it the other way around where as long as the switch is still working completely fine, then there is nothing to worry about as there was no damage to the innards of the switches?

PS: forgive me for my English. I am from the Philippines. I am also not very knowledgeable when it comes to electronics so I am a bit paranoid. I will now be using the dock from now on. I just want some peace of mind. Thank you.

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spark plover
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  1. The actual mechanic behind 3rd party dock bricking is due to the mismatch power management from those docks, which didn't suit what the Switch needs. There is no cumulative damage over time, if it can break your Switch, it would have already.
  2. There's still the concern of the the monitor's "dock" components break suddenly and cause issue to your Switch, but that's true for all 3rd party docks, even the official dock.

The power source needed for "dock" mode doesn't need to be the original AC adapter, but it needs to meet certain requirements. Read our power/charging guide and you can see the specs in the charger/powerbank section.

static lanceBOT
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POWER & CHARGING GUIDE

• What cable can I use to charge the Switch?
Any decent quality cable from a well-known brand can work but what you also need to worry about is the power supply, A.K.A. the charger.

• What charger/power bank can I use with the Switch?
A Switch compatible charger/powerbank need to have Power Delivery (PD) standard (PPS is part of PD), and output of 5V/1.5A. This is only to charge in handheld mode.

**⚠︎ Warning for dock mode **
Using a low quality power supply can damage your Switch in dock mode. Compatibility is also quite sketchy, even with correct power output (15V/2.6A~3A). Aside from confirmed chargers/powerbank in our recommendation list, It's best to use the original AC Adapter for dock mode.

➤ For more detailed info, please check our Power & Charging Guide
➤ For Power banks and chargers recommendations, please use tag !tag powr

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spark plover
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In conclusion: You don't have to worry too much and can keep using that portable monitor. But do beware of the power source needed to be used with it.

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And it's something not many people mention: You should always use a surge protector for your expensive electrical devices. You will need protection against sudden voltage fluctuation or lightnings. A power bank wouldn't need that, though.

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Thank you so much BiggyKiddy. That helped a lot relieve all the worries. 😁 Happy gaming brother!