So you are one of the many victims of PS3 YLOD. Don’t worry though, as fixing PS3 YLOD is an easy task, in fact, it’s so easy that you can fix it within an hour or two. Without wasting any more time, we jump into the top 3 ways to fix PS3 YLOD without opening it:
- check the connections – First of all, you should check that all the cables of your PS3 are correctly fixed; make sure there are no loose connections. This is valid for all electronic devices. People often overlook this problem, but actually a weak connection can be the cause of many problems.
- give him some rest – You can also let your PS3 rest overnight. PS3 is a very powerful machine and therefore it generates an immense amount of heat. YLOD is primarily caused by overheating, so letting your PS3 rest will help cool down those melting joints.
- dust it off – Take that vacuum cleaner and dust off your PS3. I suggest you open up the PS3 and then blow off the dirt as it will help remove more dust.
I hope your PS3 is working again. However, if your PS3 still doesn’t work, it is a case of physical damage to your PS3 and cannot be repaired without opening the PS3.
Maybe you can return it to Sony and let them charge you $150 and almost 6 weeks to return your PS3. But it is not the most effective solution since YLOD can return in a repaired PS3 and Sony erase all data on your HDD.
Sounds unfair right? That is the reason why many people choose to fix their PS3 YLOD themselves.
