Hacking Paperclip RCM "jig"

[Draxzelex]

Im confused as to why it would be any harder to boot into rcm

I'm talking from a literal aspect because your question was if a Switch that never booted, would it be able to boot into RCM. And if you are unsuccessful in booting it into RCM, it will normally boot hence the original situation would no longer apply unless you don't count setting up the console as never booted up.

 

[turtlejay]

I'm talking from a literal aspect because your question was if a Switch that never booted, would it be able to boot into RCM. And if you are unsuccessful in booting it into RCM, it will normally boot hence the original situation would no longer apply unless you don't count setting up the console as never booted up.

i suppose it would be prudent to update to 6.2 before the backup anyway since its supported. This would avoid downgrading too far, which is supposedly a bad thing?

 

[Draxzelex]

i suppose it would be prudent to update to 6.2 before the backup anyway since its supported. This would avoid downgrading too far, which is supposedly a bad thing?

Not necessarily. Unless you plan on playing online, there's not that much reason to go to 6.2 especially since an entire CFW is not supported on that firmware. And yes, updating officially to 6.2 will burn fuses rendering you unable to downgrade and hypothetically take advantage of any future exploits released on lower firmwares. Which is why if you want to update, you should do so without burning fuses with the homebrew application ChoiDujourNX.

 

[Divengerss.]

Guys I need help pls. I boot into RCM with success, but after trying to launch with CFW, progress stop at "generated keys" and Nothing happens after that (The switch doesn't boot normally).

I'm on firmware 4.1.0 with an European console, so I Don't really know if it work.
Thanks for help.

 

[Draxzelex]

Guys I need help pls. I boot into RCM with success, but after trying to launch with CFW, progress stop at "generated keys" and Nothing happens after that (The switch doesn't boot normally).

I'm on firmware 4.1.0 with an European console, so I Don't really know if it work.
Thanks for help.

What CFW are you using and where did you download it from?

 

[TR_mahmutpek]

Guys I need help pls. I boot into RCM with success, but after trying to launch with CFW, progress stop at "generated keys" and Nothing happens after that (The switch doesn't boot normally).

I'm on firmware 4.1.0 with an European console, so I Don't really know if it work.
Thanks for help.

Also dont use paperclip, its too messy rather than tinfoil piece.

Edit: This post addition to last post.

 

[Divengerss.]

What CFW are you using and where did you download it from?

https://github.com/nx-python/hekate-ipl-4x/releases/tag/v1.0.0
I have downloaded this and put the files on my microSD card (16gb)
The payload that I use:
https://mega.nz/#!VIJEFAYY!bBh3-OEVi0pJxPVQzIAhsVO2lbMRrhelvIFkmfmOssI
Also, my switch isn't connected to internet.

 

[Lacius]

https://github.com/nx-python/hekate-ipl-4x/releases/tag/v1.0.0
I have downloaded this and put the files on my microSD card (16gb)
The payload that I use:
https://mega.nz/#!VIJEFAYY!bBh3-OEVi0pJxPVQzIAhsVO2lbMRrhelvIFkmfmOssI
Also, my switch isn't connected to internet.

Have you tried using Kosmos?

 

[Divengerss.]

Have you tried using Kosmos?

I'll try. Thank you.

 

[Daddy Horror]

yes, that, you dont need anything else, there is a video, just put a tiny piece on your joycon in the correct pins. It works perfectly. Not need for stupid jigs and crap like that.

watch after min 1:40

i've been trying paper clip for weeks this worked first freaking time,here's hopeing mines not patched

 

[fourminute]

This did not work for me even after 3 hours of attempts. However, the tinfoil method worked immediately. To each their own.

 

[Daddy Horror]

This did not work for me even after 3 hours of attempts. However, the tinfoil method worked immediately. To each their own.

yep first try i got the stupid 00x000 thing

 

[DavidinCT]

Better picture on what pins you need in case someone is confused on the process... using tin foil !

This actually looks like the easiest method..

 

[schattiz]

Worked like a charm, way easier than the tinfoil method. Thanks!

 

[Dust2dust]

Worked like a charm, way easier than the tinfoil method. Thanks!

Just keep in mind a makeshift jig is not meant to be used repeatedly. It could be harmful to the pins on your Switch. Just install autoRCM and forget about the jig.

 

[bonkmaykr]

I scratched my joycon rail and it made this terrible sound, I think i'm scared now

i'm just gonna buy an actual jig because seeing my consoles get permanently damaged gives me fucking PTSD

 

[MasterJ360]

I scratched my joycon rail and it made this terrible sound, I think i'm scared now

i'm just gonna buy an actual jig because seeing my consoles get permanently damaged gives me fucking PTSD

Yeah the paperclip was a terrible idea it will only do more damage overtime. The thread was created during the infant year of switch hacking. Anyone new should just buy a reliable jig. Im still using the same Jig that sxos pro came with for 3 years, funny how it outlives the cfw in terms of consistent use.

 

[bonkmaykr]

Yeah the paperclip was a terrible idea it will only do more damage overtime. The thread was created during the infant year of switch hacking. Anyone new should just buy a reliable jig. Im still using the same Jig that sxos pro came with for 3 years, funny how it outlives the cfw in terms of consistent use.

Any way to replace the scratched off paint?

I'm buying a plastic jig now for like 5 dollars... can't believe i was so impatient i decided to use a paperclip. I'm an idiot lol

 

[Dust2dust]

Any way to replace the scratched off paint?

I'm buying a plastic jig now for like 5 dollars... can't believe i was so impatient i decided to use a paperclip. I'm an idiot lol

If you're just a little bit skilled with a soldering iron, you also have the option of modding your joycon. But honestly, the best option is still autoRCM for ease of use.

 

[bonkmaykr]

If you're just a little bit skilled with a soldering iron, you also have the option of modding your joycon. But honestly, the best option is still autoRCM for ease of use.

AutoRCM requires an already hacked switch doesn't it?