Hacking Bricking? USB-A to USB-C Cable

[AshenWolf]

So, I turned off my switch that was in Auto-RCM with reinx installed. Now it no longer boots because my dongle is faulty. I ordered another one but it will take weeks to arrive. In the meantime, I've decided to use my pc to inject the payload. However, I've read that using USB-A to USB-C cables can brick the switch? Can anyone confirm it? Thanks in advance

 

[Glyptofane]

It's third party docks that can brick the Switch. A bad cable can draw too much amperage and possibly damage the Switch though. Make sure any cable you use is either the official Nintendo one or any that is USB-IF certified and has a 56k ohm resistor.

 

[M7L7NK7]

how do you think everyone has been injecting payloads from their computer this whole time???

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I use a cheap no brand one from a discount store and have had no issues

 

[AshenWolf]

I guess using cables for data transfer is fine. The bricking problem is only present when used for charging?

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how do you think everyone has been injecting payloads from their computer this whole time???

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I use a cheap no brand one from a discount store and have had no issues

Do you use usb-c to usb-c or usb-a to usc-c?

 

[M7L7NK7]

Who mentioned usb c to c??

 

[AshenWolf]

Well, I'm paranoid cause I dont want to brick my switch. Looking for another unpatched one would be horrendous.

 

[Glyptofane]

I guess using cables for data transfer is fine. The bricking problem is only present when used for charging?

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Do you use usb-c to usb-c or usb-a to usc-c?

Maybe. All of the available information pertains only to charging. USB-C to USB-C is the safest option if available. Nintendo's official recommendation on USB-A to USB-C is to only use cables with the resistor.

 

[makazula]

Actually, from personal experience, I'd say for you to go with a USB A - USB C cable.

None of my computers have USB A any more, so I have a lot of USB C - USB C cables around. Mostly good cable, including thunderbolt ones.

Gotta say that none of them worked to connect the switch to computer.

On the other hand, any of my USB A - USB C works, even the cheapest ones.

 

[AshenWolf]

Maybe. All of the available information pertains only to charging. USB-C to USB-C is the safest option if available. Nintendo's official recommendation on USB-A to USB-C is to only use cables with the resistor.

Actually, from personal experience, I'd say for you to go with a USB A - USB C cable.

None of my computers have USB A any more, so I have a lot of USB C - USB C cables around. Mostly good cable, including thunderbolt ones.

Gotta say that none of them worked to connect the switch to computer.

On the other hand, any of my USB A - USB C works, even the cheapest ones.

Based on your suggestions, I ordered this "Anker PowerLine USB C to USB A Cable (Type C) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor".

 

[the_randomizer]

Based on your suggestions, I ordered this "Anker PowerLine USB C to USB A Cable (Type C) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor".

Any reason why getting a Nintendo branded one is out of the question?

 

[AshenWolf]

Any reason why getting a Nintendo branded one is out of the question?

Is there an official cable for data transfer? I haven't seen one in my countries' shopping websites...

 

[the_randomizer]

Is there an official cable for data transfer? I haven't seen one in my countries' shopping websites...

Well I don't know, but don't get the cheapest one possible either. Cheap != good

 

[jorgesd]

Well I don't know, but don't get the cheapest one possible either. Cheap != good

mm well i'm using an usb C from duracell model LE2279 i dont have any problem

 

[the_randomizer]

mm well i'm using an usb C from duracell model LE2279 i dont have any problem

Then I don't know how to fix OP's issue.

 

[makazula]

There is an official cable from nintendo, it's the same that comes with the pro controller. However the cable the OP said he's going to buy is far from being the cheapest possible. Those Anker cables have good quality.

 

[LapCheong]

Just get one from a reputable brand like anker. Most of them have 56kohm resistor
Don't cheap out

 

[AshenWolf]

Thanks for helping me guys. Wish me luck

 

[LapCheong]

Thanks for helping me guys. Wish me luck

Don't worry you will be fine

I use a type A to C from my anker wirelesscharger. It gets detect nonetheless

 

[AshenWolf]

Can't wait for it to arrive then. My dongle suddenly stopped working on the worst time possible, weekends.

 

[AshenWolf]

Guys, I think my switch's battery also drained while in Auto-RCM. My cable will arrive in 2-4 days and I cant sent a payload until it arrives. I read that drained battery in Auto0RCM will no longer charge. Is this true?