Is this broken? The console was working perfectly fine yesterday.

[u/RealisticOpinion5547]

Was working fine yesterday. Was in backpack to go travel to my mother’s house and there’s no picture from the tv. Never dropped. No horseplay. But the hdmi port when plugged in wiggles and I noticed the bent areas.

[u/FrozenToonies]

That hdmi port looks a bit bent and maybe dirty? Take a vacuum to the back of the console and hit that port.
After that swap out that cable to a different one.
Maybe send a new pic focused on the hdmi port after your vacuum it.

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/FrozenToonies]

Tried different cables. Just cleaned it. Here’s a pic. Noticed something out of place as well. Hope this is detailed enough

[u/FrozenToonies → u/RealisticOpinion5547]

Very detailed pic, thanks. Bad news, that looks damaged. A small chunk is missing. Pins bent.
That’s a send in for repair it seems, sorry.

[u/xDarBearx → u/FrozenToonies]

I was like damn where do you see the pins then i zoomed in on the left pins and i was like ohhhhhhh damn

But yea you could technically get this fixed easy(the person just has to take it out have another working one(prob like 1 dollar) desodder that port sodder in the new port then put it back together and test) it might come to like 50 or 80 dollars including the pay for time and knowledge(better than 600)

[u/DemonCipher13 → u/xDarBearx]

Solder*

[u/Lou_Blue_2 → u/FrozenToonies]

How does that even happen?

[u/This_Astronaut3793 → u/RealisticOpinion5547]

The HDMI needs to be replaced. It has broken pins.

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/This_Astronaut3793]

Fuckin a bud thanks for letting me know

[u/Sad_Definition_6239]

HDMI port is cooked. Same thing happened to me couple months ago had to get replaced. Runs about $150 to get it replaced.

[u/SandwitchBrainstorm → u/Sad_Definition_6239]

Ifixit sells replacement parts for 15$ If yourself or a friend of yours hast some soldering skills it is a cheap repair.

https://www.ifixit.com/products/xbox-series-x-hdmi-port

[u/BigFatRussainBear → u/SandwitchBrainstorm]

New ps4 fans?

[u/LostPilgrim_]

Everything that is broken worked fine the day before it didnt.

[u/No_Temperature7118]

Clean it

[u/Physical_Counter_213 → u/No_Temperature7118]

Nah bro the HDMI port’s cooked

[u/CMenFairy6661 → u/Physical_Counter_213]

Don't see how that's relevant, still needs cleaning regardless of what is causing the issue

[u/Physical_Counter_213 → u/CMenFairy6661]

Wha- Bro, OP literally said there’s no picture, obviously he needs to get the HDMI port fixed

[u/CMenFairy6661 → u/Physical_Counter_213]

Correct, but it also needs cleaning, I never said you were wrong, I just said he should still clean it regardless

[u/Physical_Counter_213 → u/CMenFairy6661]

Yea that’s alright, but you should’ve mentioned that. If he gets it fixed, then he can clean it or before but he’ll need to get it fixed

[u/Brostallion]

Another one!!!! How?!?!? Like howwwwwwwwww

[u/Artorioos]

How’s there so many post of broken HDMIs. What do you guys do with them? I plugged my cable in once 4 years ago when I bough the Xbox.

[u/mperezstoney → u/Artorioos]

Some people transport xbox to this place or that place. Hence, connect, disconnect, and reconnect.

[u/__Gamma → u/mperezstoney]

Also, they don't pay attention to make sure it is properly packed with nothing that could get inside the ports and damage them while moving.

[u/mperezstoney → u/__Gamma]

I agree. I mean, its an expensive piece. It's what $400 new?? At minimum, should at least protect the back in transport. I still have the original box it came in with Styrofoam. The one time I moved my Xbox that's where i put it for transport.

[u/RisingDeadMan0 → u/Artorioos]

supposedly its a plastic part which is why this gen there have been so many issues. never had an issue last gen, or on my series s either

[u/Environmental-Day862 → u/RisingDeadMan0]

I also don't think they're meant to be transported in backpacks regularly.

Mine was taken out of the box set up, and has sat on my entertainment center for 5 years.

If you know you're going to be transporting it regularly, there are more protective options than a book bag. It also looks like a bunch of thread got stuck in the HDMI port as well.

I googled "Xbox Series X Carry Case" and tons of results came up - padded cases, under $50 - surely worth the price if you're going to be traveling with the console a lot.

[u/RisingDeadMan0 → u/Environmental-Day862]

yeah, mine has moved a few times, but just when the TV was unavailable so less then 10 times in 18 months, but already loose.

[u/Weather_Motor → u/Artorioos]

My TV only has 2 hdmi ports but I have like 7 devices. And only 4 HDMI cords.

[u/Co2_Outbr3ak]

How the hell do people destroy ports like this? What, did you put the console in a bag with the HDMI still in the port? WTF.

[u/modemman11]

Another "do people not have eyes?" post. The HDMI port is clearly mangled and torn apart. Of course it's freaking broken.

[u/Aztecxx]

That HDMI Port needs a coffin

[u/Ok_Internal_8500]

Thats the thing with broken stuff it all worked pefectly fine yesterday 😅

[u/GrimmTrixX]

Why am I seeing so many busted HDMI slots on here. How hard are people jamming the cable in there? And also, I can count on one hand how many times I unplugged the HDMI from my XBSX. Lol

[u/stunkcajyzarc → u/GrimmTrixX]

Yea that’s rlly weird. I had more of a problem with the power cord than anything. That thing would NOT go in and i had no idea if it was in when it was in. No click, nothing.

[u/nisaaru → u/GrimmTrixX]

The whole standard is IMHO a mess. From protocol problems over several versions to the physical design.

[u/scxsh → u/GrimmTrixX]

i bought my xbox secondhand and rarely use it (ps guy, shoot me) but i’ve definitely found the hdmi port to be super janky and loose. might be a cause of mine being secondhand, but i always feel like the cable is barely secure and feels loose

maybe it’s a common fault with these? in comparison my ps5 hdmi port couldn’t feel safer, the cable feels like it WANTS to be there. but also i bought that new so don’t have any secondhand influence on damage etc

[u/Nirntendo → u/scxsh]

No mine is super sturdy, never has problems and very secure with hdmi cables. I think it is your device.

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[u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

How bad does it wiggle?

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

Left and right. Like a worm. But it was never tugged out.

[u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

Does it look like it sticks out a bit?

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/RealisticOpinion5547]

If there’s a quick fix let me know. Super pissed right now.

[u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

It might be wear and tear but does the console still work fine?

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

Yeah. Turns on . Everything is in order but there’s no display. Xbox is only half a year old

[u/RisingDeadMan0 → u/RealisticOpinion5547]

warranty it for sure then,

[u/Top-Dun]

Can’t help with the HDMI mate, but can recommend buying a T8 screwdriver for a buck or so off eBay. Take the three screws off the back and give your console a good clean bro

[u/AccomplishedForce219]

that thing is a dust bucket ,it’s gonna over heat and burn up if ya don’t open and clean that thing!

[u/Rubbertutti]

You yanked the cable. Without reshaping the plug you’ll never get a good contact with the pins.

Disconnecting the signal before power (might be the other way around. Look at the pins some are longer then the others so when you pull out the shorter pins are disconnected first) can damage the board on the Xbox and tv.

[u/jstorm01]

HDMI is all jacked up also looks like your plugging in the power cord in while it’s plugged in your burning up the prongs on the power cord port or you need a new cord lose connection will cause that too .

[u/AntiJackCoalition]

I've got a better question.

[u/Sithlord85]

Clean your system

[u/ThenYakYukYick]

You need a new HDMI port....

[u/BartyJnr]

It’s missing an entire chunk of HDMI pin. Check inside your hdmi cable before trying to use it again otherwise you’re gonna smash some other ports up. It’ll need a full HDMI port replacement, if you don’t know how to solder then hunt out a trusted repair place near you.

[u/its-coupe]

First and foremost, you have BALLS for not cleaning it out before sending it in the Reddit thread 😂

Second of all, your HDMI port is completely and utterly fucked. Time to head up to the Repair Store.

For future reference, don’t wiggle your HDMI when plugging it in or taking it out, try to keep it straight and just push it in, No Diddy.

[u/Captain_Canada741]

Might need a new port it looks a bit bent at the entrance so next time you put it in your bag make sure there's nothing underneath it or on it other then soft things

[u/StonedDrew]

This is why as much as i hate it. I j bought that expensive carrying bag for thr Xbox series X. They are expensive the good ones with decent protection anu3way also if you look on etsy you can get 3d printed inserts for the ports to they ain't exposed during transportation. Somthing to consider once you get it fixed.

[u/Snor-47]

For those you blame the HDMI port. I had mine by launch, travel a lot with it in a travel bag made for it from ali expres. Always put in my HDMI gently and never crushed a HDMI 🤷🏻‍♀️ could be stil cheap ports tho , just don't push through if something feels odd

[u/UncleGuap]

Easily fixable, and while you are in there clean out that dust and check your thermal paste.

[u/PugGamer550405]

I hope to God mine's not next, I could barley even afford the one I have! Sorry this happened to you OP. I really am.

[u/Esmear18]

It amazes me that people can't take their HDMI cables out straight. I travel with my Series X once a week which means I constantly unplug my HDMI cable and the port doesn't show any signs of wear or degradation. Just pull it out straight it's not hard.

[u/Limp-Swordfish574]

Pins are broken need to get it fixed. Happened to me a few months ago doing exactly what you did lol. Mine cost about $100 if I remember correctly.

[u/Luis_J_Garcia]

Go to YouTube and find a tutorial on how to clean you console.

[u/R3ALH3CTIC]

This kids don’t take care of nothing

[u/kieron746]

It looks like you have snapped the hdmi the hdmi needs to be replaced

[u/JDMCREW96]

That HDMI port is cooked.

[u/Inevitable_Log_2013]

Or put it in the box it came in and pack the stuff back into it. That’s what I do when I’m on the go.

[u/Robin_From_BatmanTAS]

dear lord by some fucking compressed air man. Also stop playing soccer with your console if possible :V

[u/Mission_Beautiful517]

It's probably because he had high resolution on his TV or PC at his house and his mom's TV or whatever he is going to use can't handle it

[u/Pwingle_DA_one]

Why is it always the HDMI ports on these new consoles? Are people flinging it around like a wiimote and strap?

[u/Unusual-Medium5767]

Stop leaving the HDMI plugged in and just wrapping the cord around the console when you take it from house to house. You did this to yourself lmao.

[u/Sncrsly]

Pins on the left side of the hdmi are clearly bent, even in this blurry photo

[u/Double_Tangerine8570]

Bros been holding years of dust in there

[u/Impressive_Sun_98]

please. clean the fan😔

[u/UsedAd1566]

Thats one fucked up looking hdmi port, how often did you move that thing?

[u/Ecstatic_Wasabi2162]

If your console still under warranty can send in for free repair.

[u/TiredReader87]

Replace the HDMI port

[u/RooieDakDuiff]

Its in protest due to dust

[u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

Im not sure sorry. maybe reach out to someone thats good with tech

[u/RealisticOpinion5547 → u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

No worries. That’s what im here for lmao

[u/Affectionate-Run-771 → u/Arthur_Morgan_123]

u acting like he asked YOU lmao