What is the most reliable PS3 model?
What is the most reliable PS3 model?
IF you want a PS3, the Slim is probably your best bet, unless you don’t think the Super Slim is ugly. These two give up PS2 game compatibility, but can still play all the PS3 and PS1 games. The Slim and Super Slim are the only PS3s worth buying at this point.
Is PS3 Slim better than original?
Just get a Slim. The slim is better at dispersing heat and has a much larger HDD, but the original fats had hardware-based backward compatibility with PS2 games.
Why is my PS3 Slim fan so loud?
Usually it sounds loud because it is overheating dust is clogging it so the fans are to cool them I recommend that put some cool air conditionar near it and put it above the floor with something soft. So if the PS3 case touches a solid surface, it will sound much louder.
How do I make my PS3 quieter?
Placing a wood cube under each corner of the PS3 will allow air to circulate, making the fan less necessary and keeping your console cool and quiet. Purchase and use an aftermarket fan, such as the Pelican Air Flo Cooler. Aftermarket coolers work by providing additional fan power to help your PS3 run more efficiently.
How do I use the fan test on my PS3 Super Slim?
Fan test[edit]
- Turn power switch to the OFF position (at the back of PS3 Fat), or disconnect the main power cable (at the back of PS3 Slim and SuperSlim)
- Press and hold button in the Switch board.
How can I test my PS3 fan?
Step 1 PS3 Fan Test/Self Clean First, make sure your disk drive is empty. If you have the original version of the PS3 you need to turn your PS3 from standby to off by flipping the switch on the back of the system. Hold down the eject button and then flip the switch back on.
Why is my PS3 shutting off and blinking red?
You are getting the red blinking lights on the PS3 because it is over heating. You might still be able to prevent more damage from occurring if you take apart the PS3 and clean out the fan. Usually dust clumps get stuck in there. If you keep using the PS3 like this, you will damage the board permanently!
Can you fix YLOD PS3?
You can fix the problem yourself using a phillips head screwdriver, a lint-free cloth, thermal paste, rubbing alcohol, and a heat gun capable of heating to 177ºC (350ºF). You could have the console working again in as fast as an hour.