How do I fix my ps3 blinking red light without opening it?

Fix 1: Check If PS3 Is Overheating

1. Step 1: Disconnect all the PS3 power source cables.
2. Step 2: Hold the Power button for about 20 seconds.
3. Step 3: Remove the HDD cover on the left side with a star screwdriver and then take out the hard drive carefully.
4. Step 4: Open the top shell by taking away the panel.

How do I fix my ps3 fat red light?

PS3 Red Light of Death: Back up Your Saves

1. Plug the external drive into your PS3.
2. Head to Settings>System Settings>Backup Utility.
3. Choose Back Up.
4. Choose Yes when asked.
5. Your external hard drive will appear, select it with “X”
6. The Back Up will start, taking anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour.

How do you fix a ps3 that won’t turn on?

1. Press and hold the power button on the console for 10 seconds or until it has shut down.
2. Press and hold the power button again until you hear two short beeps.
3. Press the PS button on the controller to start your PlayStation in Safe Mode.

How do you get air dust out of ps3?

Theres a hidden way to do this.

1. Remove the powercord.
2. Hold the eject button.
3. Connect powercord back to socket without letting go of the eject button.
4. Keep the eject button pressed until the ps3 makes a beeping noice. (
5. The ps3 will start to blow air and sound like a jet engine.
6. Enjoy seeing your ps3 puke out dust.

Why is my PS3 beeping 3 times?

3 beeps is a POST (ps3 equivalent) failure. It generally indicates a terminal problem with the unit and is most commonly caused by heat related issues having caused the GPU or CPU to have become unseated. It is a common cause of the dreaded YLOD.

How do I stop my PS3 from overheating?

1. Make sure the vents are clear of dust and debris. Use compressed air (this is sold at most general or electronic stores).
2. Check the area where your ps3 is located. Remove dust from it as much as possible.
3. Make sure the area your PS3 is located in has sufficient ventilation space.

What causes red light on PS3?

The red light blinking on your PS3 is usually caused by a dirty internal fan. The console over heats because the air is not flowing freely. Clean it. The red light blinking on your PS3 is usually caused by a dirty internal fan.

Can PS3 YLOD be fixed permanently?

YLOD (as well as RROD on a Xbox) are caused by the design of the processor, not necessarily by bad or cracked solder joints. The only repair that would fix it permanently is a new BGA. Try this repair again and you may have to change the approach a bit by adjusting the heat.