Reddit Reddit reviews Steel 4.5mm Screwdriver Security Bit Open SNES N64 GameCube Game Consoles + Genesis Master System Games

We found 8 Reddit comments about Steel 4.5mm Screwdriver Security Bit Open SNES N64 GameCube Game Consoles + Genesis Master System Games. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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Steel 4.5mm Screwdriver Security Bit Open SNES N64 GameCube Game Consoles + Genesis Master System Games
2 Versions: Black or Silver in ColorBlack version is made of tempered steel. Silver version is nickel plated for corrosion resistance and is made of stronger heat treated, hardened steel.Opens games for Sega Genesis, Sega Master System, and Sega 32X.Opens systems for Super Nintendo, Nintendo 64, Game Cube, Virtual Boy, Game Gear, TurboGrafx 16, and TurboDuo.Generous 5 cm in length.
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8 Reddit comments about Steel 4.5mm Screwdriver Security Bit Open SNES N64 GameCube Game Consoles + Genesis Master System Games:

u/MongoloidEsquire · 2 pointsr/gamecollecting

To open it you're going to need a 4.5 Screwdriver Security Bit commonly known as a gamebit. I bought the one linked and it worked fine for opening my N64.

Before opening it up though I would attempt to gently clean the contact with rubbing alcohol and a q-tip. That usually does the trick for me. Even if it's busted, that's a pretty inexpensive cartridge and isn't incredibly difficult to find.

Good luck!

u/vinnycthatwhoibe · 2 pointsr/n64

If you do open up the system, take a look at the capacitors and see if any are bulging or leaking. Here's a pic that shows bad ones and some good ones http://cdn-static.zdnet.com/i/story/61/03/010165/leaking-dell-capacitors.jpg Basically, they should be flat across the top and have the X shaped scores on them. If they are bulging or leaking, well... you may just want to invest in another N64.

You can also purchase the actual "Gamebit" to open the system instead of using that pen technique mentioned above. There's a 4.5mm Gamebit and a 3.8mm gamebit. The larger one opens up the console.

http://www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-Security-GameCube-Consoles-Genesis-Master/dp/B000F78NBQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1375724667&sr=1-1&keywords=4.5mm+gamebit

u/TMayes86 · 2 pointsr/n64

Totally agree, it's $4.47 on Amazon for a legit screwdriver.

http://www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-Security-GameCube-Consoles-Genesis-Master/dp/B000F78NBQ

u/dowd83 · 1 pointr/n64

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000F78NBQ?pc_redir=1412322229&robot_redir=1#

Here's the link to the screwdriver. I'm on mobile so I can't make the link smaller.

The crack inside of the n64 is strange to me, if you can open the n64 without damaging the shell more then I would check it out. Although I'm not what else you can do.

u/I_Gargled_Jarate · 1 pointr/gamecollecting

Cool! I kinda like the ones that have turned yellow with age. You can open those with a 4.5 mm security bit screwdriver! If you don't have one you can buy one for like 6 bucks online Here's a link to amazon for ya.

u/Kichigai · 1 pointr/Justrolledintotheshop

> It's like saying Ford/GM/Dodge/etc. use Phillips head screws because it was easier than making their own screwdriver.

Unless you're Nintendo, Sega, Apple, or Microsoft. Then it's totally doable because you're not too busy building cars. They use Phillips because they have dealers with repair shops that they can't cut the knees out from under.

u/dpkimsecks · 1 pointr/gaming

If you have to clean it, and won't just buy it. Buy this.

http://www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-Security-GameCube-Consoles-Genesis-Master/dp/B000F78NBQ

And open it up, be careful of the electronics. Take it apart, clean the shell, and put it back together. It's an easy assembly. Shouldn't be too hard.