How to Repair an NES Game System

NES game systems can sometimes be repaired with a few simple steps.

If you own an NES Game System, you have probably experienced a blinking blue screen when trying to play. Most of the time, this is a simple repair that requires nothing more than an air duster and a few cotton swabs.

Things You'll Need

• Air Duster
• Cotton swabs
• Window cleaner

Instructions

1. Spray the air duster inside the cartridge tray. Also, spray wherever you see open gaps around the console, such as the buttons and ridges connecting the plastic parts.

2. Clean the game cartridge with cotton swabs and window cleaner. Dip one end of the swab in the cleaner and lightly brush around the inside of the cartridge.

3. Use a fresh swab to dry the inside of the cartridge completely.

4. Place the game cartridge into the console and press power. You may need to jiggle the game back and forth a little to get it to start. If it still does not work, repeat steps one through three.

Tips & Warnings

• If you cannot fix the NES game system through cleaning and dusting, have a professional look at the system. If you try to take it apart without previous experience, you risk ruining it.

References

• http://www.cgquarterly.com/; Classic Gaming Quarterly; How to Fix your Blinking NES

Resources

• NES Resource