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==Known Issues==
==Known Issues==


===The most common issue that plagues the NES is cartridges not working.===
===Cartridges not working===
This is one of the most common issues with the NES.
====Causes====
====Causes====



Revision as of 10:55, 25 February 2022

For more information, see this article's corresponding Wikipedia page: Nintendo Entertainment System.
This device is in the WorkNeeded:OriginalParts category because it was flagged as missing information on the original parts. It may have replacement parts listed but those cannot be assumed to be identical to the originals. If you have a list of the original parts, please feel free to add them by copying the relevant table from EditorsToolbox:Tables
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Nintendo Entertainment System
Preliminary Information
Release Year 1985
Leak Risk Low
Batteries None
Mounting Technology Through Hole, SMD, BGA, Sockets
Capacitor Types Aluminum Electrolytic, Tantalum, Ceramic, Polymer
Destructive Entry No

The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) is an 8-bit third-generation home video game console produced by Nintendo. It was first released as the Family Computer (FC), commonly known as the Famicom in 1983 in Japan. The NES, a redesigned version, was first released in American test markets in October 1985, before becoming widely available in the rest of North America and other countries.

Known Issues

Cartridges not working

This is one of the most common issues with the NES.

Causes

  • Dirty cartridge
  • Dirty 72 pin cartridge connector
  • Bent 72 pin cartridge connector

Solutions

  • Cleaning the cartridge
  • Cleaning the cartridge 72 pin cartridge connector
  • Repairing or replacing the 72 pin cartridge connector

Disassembly Notes

For more information, see more on the full page: Disassembly:Nintendo_Entertainment_System


Original Parts

Basic PCB Name

Capacitor Specifications and Footprint Information
RefDes Qty Capacitance Voltage Mount Diameter/Size Temp Type Brand Series
0 µF

Replacement Parts

Basic PCB Name

Capacitors
RefDes Qty Compatible Part Number Order Links
Nintendo NES-001 Power/Reset Buttons and Connectors 1 Nintendo NES-001 Power/Reset Buttons and Connectors iFixit
Nintendo NES-001 Accessory Port Cover 1 Nintendo NES-001 Accessory Port Cover iFixit
Nintendo NES-001 Game Cartridge Tray 1 Nintendo NES-001 Game Cartridge Tray iFixit
Nintendo NES-001 Controller Port 1 Nintendo NES-001 Controller Port IFIXIT
Nintendo NES-001 Top Case 1 Nintendo NES-001 Top Case IFIXIT
Nintendo NES-001 Motherboard 1 Nintendo NES-001 Motherboard iFixit
Nintendo NES-001 Bottom Case 1 Nintendo NES-001 Bottom Case iFixit

If parts are not available or different selection is preferred, you can use the values in the Original Parts section to perform a parametric search.

Kits

Related Links

References