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Steam Deck: Non mi vanno più I controlli

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:30:16 -0700

Ho provato a riavviare ho provato a formattare ma non funziona nessun tasto tranne il power e quelli del volume il trackpad a destra mi da segni di vita con la vibrazione ma non so se funziona il resto non vanno

Steam Deck OLED: Where to buy or fix my mid frame for steam deck oled?

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:18:00 -0700

I broke my mid frame like a fool and I don't know how to fix it. Luckily it only a small piece that snapped off, but it the part that hold in the screw at the top left . Anyone has a solution?

⟐ Commented maggio 26, 2026 at 10:18 GMT-7

Steam Deck OLED: Left trackpad occasionally not working

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:46:38 -0700

Is anyone experiencing the same issue where the left trackpad becomes unresponsive and can be fixed by turning it off and on again?

I can’t pinpoint the cause because it’s very unpredictable. Sometimes, I can use the trackpad normally, and the next second, it suddenly stops working.

I’ve already tried factory resetting the device, but the problem persists. I’ve also tried updating to the beta version, but that didn’t help either.

Interestingly, the trackpad always worked when I was in BIOS mode, so I’m assuming it’s a software issue.

⟐ Answered maggio 22, 2026 at 0:46 GMT-7

Steam Controller (2nd Generation): How to get stripped Torx screw out?

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:24:27 -0700

Unfortunately all but one of my back casing screws will come out. The last is on the top left and it seems to just spin in place. How could I get it out still?

Steam Controller (2nd Generation): Is there a way to calibrate triggers to finetune their deadzones?

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:54:00 -0700

There doesn't seem to be a way to calibrate triggers in Steam Input settings and some users reported triggers deadzones being too big/long.

⟐ Commented maggio 20, 2026 at 15:54 GMT-7

Steam Deck: Steam Deck Controller ID Lacks Any Letter Code

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:34:22 -0700

I have an LCD model Steam Deck with the only modification done being an SSD upgrade inside. My left stick's rubber ring up top has gotten loose so I'm debating ordering a replacement from here, but hit a snag. Upon checking the Steam Deck Controller ID on my deck, I don't have a proper ID that matches what I've seen online; rather, it simply reads '12345678' with no sort of letter code at all. Is there some way to fix this within Steam itself? Is there something on the stick module inside that also marks whether its a Type A or B on the board?

⟐ Commented maggio 20, 2026 at 15:34 GMT-7

Steam Deck OLED: Works plugged, but turns off the instant unplgged

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:29:39 -0700

Hello!

My Steam Deck was submerged in water... I left it alone for 8 months assuming it was completely dead and one day decided to try and boot it up. To my surprise it worked!

Everything works great except it needs to stay plugged in. The second I unplug it the screen goes blank.

I've spoke with steam support whom has asked me to key some information into a cmd prompt in the desktop mode and it shows the battery health is 98% and it is discharging... It also shows the battery as "charging" in the game mode but obviously the battery does not charge.

Just wondering if I am wasting money with a battery replacement or if there would be another issue...

Thanks!

Steam Controller (2nd Generation): Incorrect tool assignment in FSC board replacment guide?

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:55:30 -0700

So whyh does this have a t4 in What you need for fsc board replacement, but requires a t5 for the fsc board in the actual guide? I'm confused.

Steam Controller (2nd Gen, 2026) FSC Board Replacement

Steam Deck: My left stick "clicks in" when pressing it to the right?

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:47:43 -0700

My left stick started doing this a few months back. If I press the left stick to the right enough it's almost like I'm clicking in L3. It's a bit difficult to explain but it feels like something is clicking in. I got in RMA'd and it felt normal again when I got it. But now it's doing it again. I'm wondering if anyone knows what it is, what's causing it, or if it's even something one should be concerned about. I read somewhere that it could potentially be rubbing up against the wire that's for the touchpad and over time it could potentially cut the wire for the touchpad and break it. I don't think I can RMA it again due to my warranty being expired.

⟐ Commented maggio 06, 2026 at 6:47 GMT-7

Steam Deck: I need a ribbon cable

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:50:13 -0700

ribbon cable that connects the left an right button boards... is hard to find so if you have any I need two. if anyone knows where I can find one that would be great

Steam deck lcd model: F7A ,DAF7ATH16G0

REV:G

⟐ Answered aprile 30, 2026 at 9:50 GMT-7

Steam Deck: Where to find ribbon and flex cables that are not available on ifixit.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:22:52 -0700

Looking for this Flat Ribbon Cable

JI-HAW AWM E118077 20706 105C 60V 8-Pin

for Left Daughter Board to Main Board Connection

and I cannot find one. is there anyone who knows where to buy this ribbon cable.

⟐ Commented aprile 30, 2026 at 9:22 GMT-7

Steam Deck: Newbie - Recommendations for broken USB-C Charger on Steam Deck

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:33:17 -0700

Hello, all.

Just joined this site today because:
1. my steam deck's charging port stopped charging a month or so ago.
2. if I send it in for repairs, they are obligated to factory reset as soon as they get it to turn on
3. I have several games without cloud storage that I've sunk thousands of hours into.
4. they absolutely will not back-up my data before factory resetting the device. I've asked.

As a result, I've opened up the machine and started poking around to see what I can diagnose (done PC builds before, but mobile devices are... terrifying...)

I noticed in the tear-down video here at iFixit that the SSD itself is pretty easy to get to. I was able to easily remove it and plug it back in.
I was, unfortunately, unable to figure out how to safely remove the motherboard to inspect the USB-C port and its connections.

To retain that game data, what options do I have?
Should I try and go full bore and just start pulling and unscrewing things to get that motherboard out? (I do know how to solder, so I could, potentially, replace it, if I got the replacement parts.)
OR
Should I bite a bullet, buy a cheap Steam Deck elsewhere, and just pop in the SSD? Would the new system just boot up and run? Or would it then come with a slew of other issues?
OR!
Should I buy a placeholder SSD, send it in for repairs, and then replace it again when I receive it back, fixed?
OR!!
Is there a better, less ridiculous way to handle this, such that I keep my SSD in tact AND get the charge port fixed by a professional?

If this seems very... "Goblin-y", I can live with that. I just think it's upsetting that they're obligated to wipe the whole thing.

Thanks ahead of time! :)

⟐ Answer accepted aprile 29, 2026 at 12:33 GMT-7

Steam Deck: Metal Heat Shield Replacement (I believe part # F7A)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:41:57 -0700

I rescued a first gen Steam Deck from my nephew today. He thought he corrupted the the m.2 when he attempted to install Windows on the thing. In his frustration, he just threw everything away; screws, nvme, and the heatshield. You know, like a moron.

I found the m.2 easily of course, and shield part I need on eBay. Naturally it's out of stock. I then found it on a very sketchy looking website (egamephone) .

Does anyone have a trustworthy line on this part?

Steam Deck: I ripped off a resistor on accident back of motheboard by micro sd slo

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:45:12 -0700

I was cleaning around the perimeter of the motherboard and accidentally knocked off a resistor last one at the very bottom on the back south left of

the sd card slot what is it? rev f lcd model.

Steam Deck: Will the SSD shield be available for sale here?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:22:59 -0700

I wonder if the shield over the SSD that you have to remove before you do anything can be sold here and I'm also wondering why it's currently not. Either version but specifically the newer one.

Steam Deck: What tape can I use as a replacement for the silver heat shield?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:12:08 -0700

When I was trying to fix my R1 button I thought the shield screw was underneath that tape and I peeled it off. I managed to get it back on but it wasn't really that sticky so I'm wondering what type of tape would work with it. I've seen some suggest kapton tape or graphite tape but In general I want it to remain black

Steam Deck: Steam Deck - No battery indicator after battery replacement.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:55:40 -0700

Hello everybody

After purchasing a new battery here from iFixit and carrying out the repair, I have no battery icon visible on the device.

When I connect the old battery, the icon is visible again.

Can we agree this must be an issue with the battery? RMA.

Any input greatly appreciated.

⟐ Answered aprile 09, 2026 at 15:55 GMT-7

Steam Deck OLED: Left Speaker: No audio below 50% volume

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:40:53 -0700

I only recently noticed my SD has no audio from the left speaker when the volume (general or just for the left speaker channel) is below 50%. It gets really spotty between 50 and 59% (i.e. it cuts off a lot) but works normally from 60% upwards which is too loud for me.

I've checked the audio in-game, on Steam (Gaming mode), and on Desktop mode. The issue is universal. Bluetooth and 3.5mm hack are unaffected. Speaker channel volumes are equal.

I haven't seen anyone else with this same specific issue though I know audio issues with the SD seem to be rampant. I've tried some simple fixes including the Factory reset which did not help.

Anyone have any ideas?

Steam Deck OLED: My motherboard got fried. Can this be replaced?

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:01:17 -0700

This circled part on my motherboard is what and could it be bought and replaced?

⟐ Commented marzo 12, 2026 at 10:01 GMT-7

Steam Deck: Bluetooth and controller not responding

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:39:46 -0700

Controls won't respond, and Bluetooth won't connect to anything. Going into desktop mode the controller isn't there, no Bluetooth mouse, no Bluetooth keyboard either.I tried a physical keyboard also and no luck.When I look at controllers connected I get no game controller found, and when I look at the Bluetooth settings it says no Bluetooth adapters found

⟐ Commented marzo 10, 2026 at 4:39 GMT-7