PS3 overheated - you can do that
If your PS3 overheats, then you should follow our tips. The fault is usually a wrong position on the PS3. There is also often a lot of dust in the fans.
PS3 overheated: Check the position and position of the PS3
If your PlayStation 3 overheats, you should first check the position of your PS3.
- You should place your PS3 horizontally or vertically on the left side of the device.
- Do not place the PS3 vertically on another side of the device. These positions are unstable and block the PS3 coolers.
- Also make sure that the fans are not blocked by other objects. So make sure that the console has enough space and is never in a cabinet.
- Do not place the device on soft surfaces. The device sinks slightly onto this, thus preventing good ventilation for the fans.
PS3 overheated: remove dust
Very often, dust in the fans is the reason for your device overheating.
- Use a vacuum that you turn on at a low setting to remove the dust in the PS3 fan. A brush attachment for the vacuum also helps here, with which you can remove the dust even more easily.
- Alternatively, you can also use a compressed air spray.
More tips for an overheated PS3
- If you place the PS3 in the horizontal position, you can also place suitable objects under the device to allow even more circulating air to the device.
- Additional fans and fans, which generally keep the device cool, also help. An open window is often sufficient to improve cooling.
- If all these tips do not cool your PS3, check whether you still have a guarantee on your console. If so, you can contact Sony.