So earlier today I got a junk micro as you probably know. The console powers on and is cosmetically in decent shape. However, the console isn't reading cartridges. Since alcohol isn't a fix, I'm wondering if this is salvagable or not? What do you think.
#Gameboy Micro not reading cartridges (99% isopropyl alcohol was not a fix)
rapid dew
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So earlier today I got a junk micro as you probably know. The console powers on ...
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calm plover
What does "alcohol was not a fix" mean
And can you open it and take photos of the board
rapid dew
i will see if i can do that
calm plover
Being mindful that you have to be very gentle when opening it, else you'll strip the screws out or rip the tiny unremovable ribbon cable
rapid dew
ive never done this before, so ill first look up a video
I mean i used iso 99% alcohol and swiped inside the cartridge slot
lament notch
If this is done correctly and you still have issues, we'll see for opening the console
rapid dew
If this is done correctly and you still have issues, we'll see for opening the c...
done, no black marks, still not reading cartridge. Will look up how to open console and will get back to you
this might need to be postponed, i don't have a triwing screwdriver i don't think
I ordered a repair kit for tomorrow
lament notch
The micro needs very small screwdrivers
What kit did you order ?
rapid dew
The micro needs very small screwdrivers
What kit did you order ?
I could also get this one (i cancelled this one above incase its no good)
lament notch
I would recommend ifixit kits but those might be good - I just can't vouch for those
rapid dew
its 99$ so I'll try the 142 piece one first
lament notch
karmic raven
https://www.ifixit.com/products/minnow-driver-kit 14.95$
https://www.ifixit.com/...
Tbf I wouldn’t get the set with the plastic handle. It’s very cheap and the weight of the metal handle helps a bit
vast citrus
I would always choose the Wiha /Xiaomi kit over any iFixit kit if it is available. The bits are much better.
rapid dew
@lament notch My tools are out for delivery. Do I only need to remove the back to expose the full cartridge slot?
