- Repair Shop Name: Gadget Medic
- Repair Location: Longview, Texas
- Device Repaired: PlayStation 5
- Repair Performed: No power repair due to shorted Wi-Fi capacitor
- Issues Reported: Console infested with roaches, would only beep once, then fail to power on due to shorted motherboard
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Turnaround Time: 3 days

When a customer brought in their PlayStation 5 to Gadget Medic in Longview, TX, it arrived completely lifeless. It would emit just a single beep when attempting to power on, then nothing. But the real culprit wasn’t immediately visible from the outside. Once we opened up the console, it became clear: the device had been overrun by roaches, and the infestation had done serious damage.
The pests had shorted out critical components on the motherboard, leaving behind more than just a mess. Using our DC power supply, we carefully injected voltage to the motherboard while monitoring the board with a thermal camera. This process allowed us to pinpoint the short precisely, a tiny Wi-Fi capacitor that had overheated and failed.
With the shorted capacitor located and removed, we replaced the damaged component and thoroughly cleaned the interior. The console powered on successfully during testing and resumed full functionality, much to the customer’s relief.
Best of all, the repair was backed by our lifetime warranty, a testament to the confidence we have in our work. The turnaround was just three days from drop-off to power-up.
At Gadget Medic Longview TX, we treat every repair like it matters, because it does. Whether it’s a roach-infested PlayStation or a phone with a cracked screen, we’re here to bring your tech back to life with care and precision.
📍 Visit us in Longview, Texas, and let us bring your devices back from the brink.
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