So... I got a fat PS3 about two weeks ago, and the first thing I noticed when running any game is that the temperature goes from 60° to 80° (even on psx games wtf) and the fan started sounding like a lawn mover. At first I didn't care at all, but after reading thread after thread of PS3 consoles that met their end with a YLOD, I started worrying about mine. What should I do if it's overheating? the first thing I have in mind is having someone to clean it and then re-applying the thermal paste. I have read these are the best options to keep the console alive. But should I?
Also this is a 10 year old console and the previous owner apparently never got any issues with the overheating at all. I don't believe the Ps3 would kick the bucket all of a sudden after so many years.
Also this is a 10 year old console and the previous owner apparently never got any issues with the overheating at all. I don't believe the Ps3 would kick the bucket all of a sudden after so many years.