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How do I fix my PS3 not reading discs?
PS3 Doesn’t Read Optical Media
- Insert a disk into the PlayStation 3 Blu-ray Drive.
- Clean the Disk – Using a cleaning solution and a microfiber cloth, clean the disc.
- Eject the disk.
- Re-insert the disk into the PlayStation 3.
- Clean the Lens.
- Eject the disk.
- Re-insert the disk into the PlayStation 3.
Does the PS3 have a reset button?
No, the PlayStation 3 does not have a factory reset button. What do I do if my PS3 freezes when starting up? Unplug the power cable from the wall, wait for 30 seconds and plug it back in.
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.
How much does it cost to fix PS3 yellow light of death?
Your options are: Send the console to Sony, pay them upward of $150 to repair it, and wait around 6 weeks to get it back in working condition. Send your console to a local repair centre. You will probably get it back faster this way but still expect to pay upward of $100 for the privilege.
Why is my PS3 not reading discs?
Clean Your Disc It may seem obvious, but one of the most common reasons for a console’s inability to read a disc is disc damage. Check both sides of your disc to make sure that it is not scratched or damaged, and then clean your disc carefully using a microfibre cloth.
How do you clean a PS3 without taking it apart?
Your best bet would be to get a keyboard duster or “canned-air” as I call it, and blow in the back, front, and side vents of the PS3. This should dislodge most if not all the major dust inside the system. Keep a vacuum nearby to suck the large dust clumps that come out.
Why is my ps3 not reading game discs?
Why does my PS3 not read a disc?
It may seem obvious, but one of the most common reasons for a console’s inability to read a disc is disc damage. Check both sides of your disc to make sure that it is not scratched or damaged, and clean your disc carefully using a microfiber cloth.
What to do if your PS3 disc is corrupt?
If the scratches are minor, use commercial repair liquid and clean it. For major scratches, replace it. If there are no scratches, then there might be a problem with that particular disc itself. Try another game, and see if it works. If it does, then your earlier game was either damaged or the CD was corrupt.
What should I do if my PS3 wont double beep?
If you do not hear a double-beep, repeat the process. If done correctly, your device should launch to a menu. Choose the third option, and follow the procedure to reset your device. A few words of thanks would be greatly appreciated.
What should I do if my PS3 player lens is not working?
Select the Restore Default Settings option. Go for the Rebuild Database option as well. Your settings would be reset after this. Now, check if the disc is working. If the reset method fails, your player lens may need replacement.