How to handle the dreaded PlayStation 3 red light

First for Sony, PlayStation was introduced in 1994. Video game consoles, such as the popular and today it already sells more than 100 million unit. Followed in the original PlayStation, PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3. Also Sony has become in 2011 71400000 units sold of the PSP, PlayStation Portable, released in 2005. PlayStation 3 is latest offering from Sony currently competing Xbox 360 and Wii and seventh-generation video game console and is considered.

-Overview of the PlayStation 3 red light

Despite the popularity of the PlayStation 3 is voiced complaints about the many PlayStation 3 red light problem. Noticed that flashing red light while playing many PS3 owners. Often they correct their unit what exactly problem not sure they, know that. So if the red light is flashing, and people pay good money to buy my PS3 for repair more of money spending, this is a valid concern.

-PlayStation 3 red light cause

Hard drive is the main cause of red light problem is overheating and damage. Caused by the use of long term thermal video game console. In addition to console floor ventilation not working properly if block placement, ventilation holes into wall. Another cause for overheating is a collection of the console to dust. If these are not the culprit is the hard drive your PS3 is problematic.

-PlayStation 3 red light troubleshooting

Please you with panic to see PlayStation 3 red light blinking is not. Instead, you can try the following.

• The first, then restart the console.
• If the problem persists, turn off unit, make sure the cable is loose.
Also back after those few seconds can save the power cord, unplug all the cables to plug-ins •.

If these steps do not work, there are two choices. One sent to console Sony is fixing it. You have to replace so you can your unit lucky is still during the warranty period. If it isn't 2-6 and wait for weeks, need service to pay at least $ 150.

Another solution is to repair and do it yourself. Repair PlayStation 3 red light problem is actually very easy. Most people will do repairs on your own hard drive removal and reinstallation; Many people tried, doing this had success to correct red flashing light. Other people have means completely to replace the hard drive in the unit.

If you have thought at all for do-it-yourself repair Sunday, don't worry. Only the PlayStation 3 repair guide need to get online. This guide gives step by step instruction on how to fix your console. You can use it in video format or PDF guide, learn about repairs. You can also download programs specifically to repair and troubleshoot your PS3. Both the Guide and the program is pretty low price, is available for sale.