Will THIS End the Streak?! S1:E84

Introduction

I buy faulty electronic items from eBay, attempt to fix them, and sell them on for a profit. Miraculously, we are on a winning streak with 10 wins in a row, which is quite rare, and this has brought our total profit to £52,858. Welcome back to episode number 84 of ``Profit or Loss." Will this be the day I fail to continue my winning streak? Let’s find out by diving into today’s item.

Assessing Today's Item

Today, we have an Xbox Series X that I purchased for £45. On initial inspection, the console appears to be in decent condition, with minimal cosmetic damage. However, I'm concerned about evidence suggesting it might have been previously opened, voiding the warranty. The eBay listing mentioned the console powers on but does not display a picture. I believe the issue could stem from a faulty HDMI port, an ESD filter, or perhaps even something more complex.

Initial Tests

After connecting the power and HDMI cable, the console powers on without displaying an image. It remains on for a few minutes, suggesting the SSD is not the problem. Next, I decide to dig deeper into the device to diagnose the issue.

Disassembling the Console

Upon opening the console, it's clear someone has worked on it before. Despite these previous repairs, the device is reassembled well. However, I notice hot glue near the HDMI port, which is questionable as it shouldn't be there. Spotting multiple potential problems, I proceed to desolder and inspect the HDMI port.

Repairing the Faulty HDMI Port

Using a fume extractor for safety, I carefully remove the existing HDMI port and clean the board. I apply fresh flux to the necessary areas and then re-solder a new HDMI port to the console. This delicate process involves ensuring that each pin has a solid connection, critical for the console's operation.

Reassembling and Testing

With the new port in place, I reassemble the Xbox and test it. The console powers on and, to my relief, displays perfectly on the screen. I perform additional tests, such as inserting a game disc to ensure the disc drive works correctly.

Final Thoughts and Calculation

For this episode, the total cost came to £45 for the console and approximately £0.50 for the new HDMI port, summing up to £45.50. Referencing recent eBay sold prices, I estimate that the Xbox Series X will sell for £250. This yields a gross profit of £204.50, and after accounting for the costs, the episode's net profit stands at £87.

This impressive profit brings our total series profit to £61,545.58, marking our 11th consecutive win. To keep track of our journey and see if the streak continues, check out the playlist starting from episode one.

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Keywords

Keywords:

• Faulty electronic items
• eBay
• Xbox Series X
• HDMI port
• Repairing electronics
• Gross profit
• Total profit
• Winning streak

FAQ

FAQ:

Q: How much did the faulty Xbox Series X cost? A: I purchased the faulty Xbox Series X for £45.

Q: What was the main issue with the Xbox Series X? A: The console powered on but did not display a picture, likely due to a faulty HDMI port.

Q: Was hot glue used in previous repairs of the Xbox? A: Yes, hot glue was incorrectly used near the HDMI port, which likely contributed to the issue.

Q: How much did the new HDMI port cost? A: The new HDMI port cost approximately £0.50.

Q: What was the final selling price estimated for the repaired Xbox? A: The repaired Xbox was estimated to sell for £250.

Q: What was the net profit for this episode? A: The net profit for this episode was £87, bringing the total profit for the series to £61,545.58.

Q: How many consecutive wins has the series achieved by this episode? A: By this episode, the series has achieved 11 consecutive wins.