Hacking Question Is switch firmware 5.0.2 hackable?

[Lavaimp]

i bought an RCM jig from a reliable source, but for some reason it isn't loading rcm mode at all- it boots up like normal. (even when holding power + volume up)
really the only thing i wanted to do was mod a save for a game a little bit which is ultimately why i got the jig (i'd probably only be using it once or twice). but i'm wondering if my firmware is too high for this?
I'm a bit late to this because i didn't think it'd be possible even, so really I just want to know if i should bother with a continued effort towards this.

 

[coned_miro]

https://gbatemp.net/search/71000157/?q=ctcaer&o=relevance&c[node]=285

 

[Lavaimp]

https://gbatemp.net/search/71000157/?q=ctcaer&o=relevance&c[node]=285

I've looked at that thread, but the main issue is I can't even get my switch to boot into RCM, unless that has nothing to do with the firmware.

 

[coned_miro]

your jig isn't properly shorting 1 & 10 if it isn't booting into RCM

 

[Kubas_inko]

I've looked at that thread, but the main issue is I can't even get my switch to boot into RCM, unless that has nothing to do with the firmware.

Every switch (to this date) can boot to rcm. Your source is probably not as reliable as you thought or you are doing something wrong.

 

[Lavaimp]

Every switch (to this date) can boot to rcm. Your source is probably not as reliable as you thought or you are doing something wrong.

alright, thanks. I'll contact the seller then. I appreciate the feedback.

 

[avasvdz]

Can you show a picture of the jig on multiple angles so we can see if you can fix it?

 

[NightlyParadox]

Either:
A) your jig isn't that great
B) try putting the jig in then holding Volume + while plugging it into the cable connected to your computer.

I found from personal experience that mine will only trigger RCM mode if I'm only holding Volume + while I plug it in.

If I try to hold power and volume + while I plug it in it boots to OFW.

 

[ccprodigy]

Can you show a picture of the jig on multiple angles so we can see if you can fix it?

This.

I’ve had issues getting mine fixated in such a way that they work 100% of the time. Upload photos. Maybe the jig isn’t properly contacting with pin 1 and/or 10

Edit: I have four jigs. Two I’ve given away to friends.

 

[stephrk398]

My Ebay jig didn't work at first either. I pried up the paperclip tips a little with a pocketknife and then it worked.

 

[CrossGamerHDX]

You might need to buy at least 3 from 3 different sellers

 

[lostalice]

You might need to buy at least 3 from 3 different sellers

That is the dumest thiung ive heard toda\y.

 

[CrossGamerHDX]

That is the dumest thiung ive heard toda\y.

Might be to your dumb ass.
I bought 3 and 1 of them worked.

 

[Lavaimp]

gonna post pictures in a moment, i'm getting another bc the seller said that it's possible that it got messed up in shipping x_x
though if i can fix this one i'll give it to my partner

my camera's kinda blurry x_x
https://imgur.com/a/An8HH92

 

[lostalice]

thaanks

 

[zragnarok]

Man that is a cheap looking jig... I would be afraid the thick gauge metal will bend the contacts in the switch after a few uses

 

[Lacius]

Every switch (to this date) can boot to rcm. Your source is probably not as reliable as you thought or you are doing something wrong.

All Switch systems, including the hardware revisions that won't be exploitable, can enter RCM. The new Switch systems that won't be exploitable will still be able to enter RCM. They just won't be able to load payloads via the USB-C port.

 

[DeoNaught]

Yes it's possible, I did it Monday xP

 

[Lavaimp]

Man that is a cheap looking jig... I would be afraid the thick gauge metal will bend the contacts in the switch after a few uses

i mean i just wanted something that'd get the job done because i honestly am just going to modify a save file and then probably never do it again until the switch is at the end of it's lifespan

 

[Lil_SpazJoekp]

i mean i just wanted something that'd get the job done because i honestly am just going to modify a save file and then probably never do it again until the switch is at the end of it's lifespan

If you have a volt meter, put it in continuity mode or ohm measuring and put one of the probes on a screw and the other on the metal loop on the jig. It should beep or read 0.00 ohms.