If you are just getting started, please be aware that the only works on older units, as described in this YouTube guide on hackable switches . If you'd like, I can: Help you find a reputable repair shop to install a modchip Explain the risks of Nintendo Switch Online bans Guide you on how to check if a V1 Switch is unpatched

If you are looking to purchase a hackable unit, you must search for V1 models with serials starting with XAW1, XAJ1, or XAW4 (and even then, check them thoroughly). If you'd like, I can: Tell you on the console. Explain how to use a jig to test your console.

The Tegra X1 chip inside the V2 console is patched against the Fusée Gelée exploit, which is the primary method for soft modding.

The serial number can be found in three places:

While the XKJ1 serial is a near-certain indicator, you can verify using the most reliable community tool: