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Can fat PS3 stand up?

Can PS3 Fat stand up? Phat models are designed to stand on there own. I've had mine stood vertically pretty much for the last 10 years. It's fine.
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Can you have your PS3 standing up?

The slim on its own can stand on its side, but so can a quarter if you are real careful. If you put a PS3 slim on its side, I strongly suggest a stand. This stand doesn't have a way to lock the ps3 in with more than just friction, but it does keep my ps3 slim nicely on its side when I bump the table.
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Can the PS3 lay sideways?

You can. but honestly. I'd leave it flat. just to avoid any statistical percentage of it getting damaged or fall over from getting higher.
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How tall is a PS3 fat?

Fat. Dimensions: 11.42 x 2.56 x 11.42 in.
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How do I keep my fat PS3 alive?

Thanks for any insight!
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  1. Change Thermal paste on IHS and clean dust out.
  2. Consider de-lidding (very risky as if done wrong it can destroy the PS3 but has great results if done successfully)
  3. Fan adjuster, either via soldering a physical adjuster for an unmodded PS3 (OFW) or via Webman (software) on a modded (CFW) PS3.
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How much does a fat PS3 sell for?

A used PS3 is worth between $40.00 – $650.00 depending on condition and if the console comes with all its original cables. Like every antique, treasured heirloom, or piece of art, a PS3 will vary in price depending on its condition.
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Why is PS3 fat better than slim?

What is the difference between the PS3 slim and regular PS3? PS3 Fat (regular) has backwards compatibility so you can play PS1 and PS2 games. PS3 slim does not. I think that the PS3 Fat has less storage than the slim because of the limitations at the time of it's release.
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What is the heaviest game console?

The 10 Heaviest Game Consoles Of All Time (& How Much They Weigh)
  1. 1 PS3: 11 lbs. The bulkiest piece of technology on the list, the PS3 is in a league of its own.
  2. 2 Xbox: 8.8 lbs. ...
  3. 3 Xbox One X: 8.4 lbs. ...
  4. 4 Xbox 360: 7.7 lbs. ...
  5. 5 PS4 Pro: 7.3 lbs. ...
  6. 6 GameCube: 5.3 lbs. ...
  7. 7 NES: 5 lbs. ...
  8. 8 PS2 (Original Model): 4.85 lbs. ...
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What are the pros and cons of PS3 fat?

Pros: Backwards Compatibility, Extra USB ports & Extra storage readers. Cons: They are old now so are quite prone to dying without much warning. They can sound like hairdryers (mine does). The storage is painfully low (I've just upgraded to 500GB).
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Can a PS3 be wall mounted?

Improve the vibe of your gaming room by wall mounting your PS3 Slim in the ultra slim yet super strong wall mount by FLOATING GRIP. Show off our console and save space on your desk. Your PS3 is waiting for you.
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Are all PS3 fat retrocompatible?

All backwards compatible PS3s are "fat," but not all fat PS3s are backwards compatible. If you have a fat PS3, check the number of USB ports on the front of the PS3. If the PS3 has four USB ports, it is backwards compatible. If it has two USB ports, it cannot play PS2 discs.
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Can a PlayStation stand up?

While the issue at hand could potentially affect PS5 consoles that have been opened up for whatever reason, it appears to be a rare one, and not related to whether you stand it up vertically or lay it flat. If you own a PS5 console, rest easy knowing that either orientation is fine, just as Sony designed it to be.
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What is the best way to place a PS3?

Horizontal. Always ensure there is plenty of room on all sides of the console.
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Is it OK to leave disc in PS3?

Yes, it is always ok to leave disc in the disc tray as long as you don't move the console.
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What causes PS3 fat to overheat?

you haven't cleaned the vents in a while. They fill up with dust from normal use, and you need to clean them to keep the vents open to disperse heat.
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Why is PS3 the best console?

PS3 Has Backwards Compatibility With PS1 Games

The PS3 offers backward compatibility for all PS1 games, provided you have the disc. The PS3 allows you to relive your nostalgia but with modern controls and HD graphics. You can opt for a more comfortable controller and play the games easily on a large screen.
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What is the hottest video game console?

Game console showdown: PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo compared
  • PlayStation 5. Best game console overall. View now.
  • Xbox Series X. Best versatile game console. View now.
  • Nintendo Switch OLED. Best game console for the family. View now.
  • Steam Deck. Best for Steam platform games. View now.
  • Xbox Series S. Best budget game console. View now.
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What is the most cheapest console ever?

The cheapest console was the Nintendo GameCube, priced at $199 (or $259 in today's dollars) back in 2001.
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What is the world's most cheapest console?

According to the Bureau's inflation calculator, the most affordable console all of time is the Nintendo GameCube, released for $199 in 2001, translating to $290 in 2020. The third, fourth, and fifth spots are filled by the Sega Dreamcast, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Wii, respectively.
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How many games can Ps3 fat contain?

Some games like Simpsons (Arcade) take up hardly any space. Photos or replays might take up a fair amount... But games like RE & TTT2 may be taking up more. There's around 20 games total maybe.
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Why is the Ps3 so powerful?

The reason the PS3 was so powerful compared to previous hardware was that it used what's called Cell Processing instead of traditional x86, resulting in a huge leap in graphical horsepower.
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