Inspect the hardware
Start with the obvious: ports, power, storage, video output, board condition, cable paths, dust, corrosion, missing parts, or prior repair attempts.
The Lab
Where the proof-of-work lives.
Bench photos, repair flow, console setups, PC internals, and board-level visuals all give the brand its bite.
Current mode:repair bench documentation
Test the signal
Boot behavior, display output, menus, controller response, power stability, fan speed, thermal behavior, and repeatability all matter.
Document what matters
Clear photos and notes record what was found, what was done, and how the device behaved afterward.
Build the archive
Finished repairs, retro projects, and builds are kept on file as a reference for the next job.
