The HDMI port on the Series X can loosen, crack, or lift from the board, which shows up as no signal, flickering, or a cable that wiggles.

What it does: the damaged HDMI port is replaced with a new one, which fixes no signal, flickering and a cable that wiggles.

1. Check it outI confirm the symptoms, test different cables and a different TV, and inspect the port for damage.
2. Open the consoleThe outer shell and internal shielding are removed to reach the motherboard.
3. Remove the old portThe board is heated and the old HDMI port is lifted off without damaging the pads.
4. Repair the padsPads and traces are cleaned up and repaired if needed.
5. Solder in the new portA new HDMI port is fitted and soldered, with each joint inspected.
6. Test and reassembleI test picture and sound, wiggle-test the connection, then close it back up.

Series X consoles that get loud or hot usually have dust buildup and old thermal paste.

What it does: cleaning clears the dust out of the fan, heatsink and airflow path. Fresh thermal paste carries heat from the processor into the heatsink, so the console runs cooler and quieter.

1. Open the consoleThe shell and internal shielding come off.
2. Clean out the dustThe fan, heatsink and airflow path are cleaned.
3. Replace the thermal pasteOld paste is removed and fresh paste is applied to the chip.
4. Reassemble and testI check fan noise and temperatures before returning it.