Recover from Blue Screen

[aaronouthier]

Hello,
I have a friend with a Nintendo Switch with a solid Blue Screen. Trying to discern possible fixes. From what I've read, this seems to be caused by a corrupted file in the switch's Flash ROM.

Is this the only suspect, or are there other possible causes?

Also, if it is a Software issue, what would I need to repair it, if the desired end-result is a working, but unmodded switch?

Please don't misunderstand, I'm not new to console modding - I've modded an Xbox 360, PS Vita, PS3, and a Wii before. I've never owned or used a Nintendo Switch, so I want to be sure I do my homework before proceeding any further.

Preliminary research seems to suggest that I will need a Jig, a Laptop, and a USB cable.

I do NOT intend to keep custom firmware installed, so can I get away with using the above, or would I require a dedicated hardware tool, like the SX Pro for the process?
Update: I did some more research. Looks like I don't need a Payload injector, or SX OS license just to hack the system and do a NAND dump. I do need a RCM Jig. From there, how would I go about fixing/restoring the system.

I also see that I need to check if the unit is patched, before I do anything else.

 

[ybmug]

If it's a system that hasn't been hacked in any way, there's no need for a jig or anything for blue screen fixes. Just hold volume + and press the power button to turn the system on. Release the power button, but continue holding the volume + button until you're in the recovery screen. From there, you have the option to update the system, factory reset, or factory reset and keep save data. Would recommend doing one of the factory reset options to fix the blue screen issue.