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Can heat damage a PS4?

Overheating isn't just a hassle — it damages your PS4. Prolonged heat at high temperatures can ruin your circuit boards. But don't beat yourself up too bad, console overheating is often an external cause.
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How much heat can a PS4 handle?

We've seen the original PS4 reach temperatures of 140 degrees regularly and run fine. The Xbox 360 has been known to get as high as 170 degrees. The PS4 mounted behind the TV is well within the safe zone at 50 degrees below overheating temperatures.
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What happens when a PS4 is heated?

When a solid is heated, the molecules that make up the solid begin to vibrate. This causes them to take up more space, and the solid matter expands. If the heat continues to build, it may provide enough energy for the particles to break free from their strong attraction to one another, causing the solid to melt.
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How do I know if my PS4 is too hot?

How do I know if my PS4 is too hot?
  1. PS4 randomly shuts down.
  2. Game freezes or crashes.
  3. PS4 fan makes noises loudly.
  4. There are extreme levels of heat coming from the console.
  5. There are missing textures and assets in games.
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How long can a PS4 stay on before overheating?

At first, please do not play your PS4 longer than 4 hours continuously. There are various factors that could lead to PS4 overheating. The long-time running is one of them. To prevent overheating, it is better to play your PS4 for less than 4 hours every time.
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PS4 Slim - How Hot Does It Get?

Can overheating cause PS4 to crash?

Overheating can cause various issues like crashing and black screen, BSOD, and so forth. If your PS4 doesn't have enough space for airflow, it can get overheating easily. Then it can crash PS4 frequently.
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Should a ps4 be hot to touch?

It will only get hot IF the air-flow is obstructed in some way. Like putting the console in a closed environment or to close to the wall. In PS4 the heat from the console comes out from the back like an exhaust port.
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Will a ps4 overheat overnight?

If you don't set up the parameters for rest mode, the PlayStation will continue running all night long. It won't hurt it and there's no reason to think that it will overheat if it's left on either.
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Is ps4 supposed to be hot in bottom?

It will only get hot IF the air-flow is obstructed in some way. Like putting the console in a closed environment or to close to the wall. In PS4 the heat from the console comes out from the back like an exhaust port.
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Why is my ps4 fan really loud?

If your PS4 is too hot, the fan spins and very likely gets much louder than normal. If there're something on or around your PS4 console, move them away. Then wait for a while to see if your console cools down and gets quiet. Just leave enough space around the back and sides of your PS4 for airflow.
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Why does my ps4 keep turning off by itself?

The console is not receiving enough power from either the wall outlet or the power cord to stay on. Unplug the power cable. Wait at least one minute, check the cord for damage, and then plug it back into the PS4. If it is damaged or you aren't sure the cord works, try another power cord.
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Why does my ps4 shut off when I start a game?

Overheating is the most common cause of a PlayStation 4 shutting down randomly. The entire back of your PlayStation 4 has vent holes to release hot air. The sides of your PlayStation 4 are also ventilated. Make sure your PlayStation 4 isn't in an enclosed area, such as a small shelf in a home entertainment center.
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Where do you spray compressed air on PS4?

Take a can of compressed air and aim a short burst around the console, on the front-facing USB ports, and the ports on the sides and back. Shoot a continuous burst of compressed air across the top of your PS4 to remove any buildup.
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Can I put my PS4 in the freezer?

Luckily enough, you wanted to have it cooled down. Long story short: it's plausible that you can, but I wouldent recommend it due to the high chance of condensation from it and any other things you have in the fridge. And no putting it in the freezer is gaurentee to break it.
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Is it safe to open PS4 to clean it?

If you have an original model PS4, opening your console and cleaning it will void your warranty. However, given the PS4's age, this is no longer a concern. You can remove the cover from the PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro models without voiding the warranty.
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How long is PS4 warranty?

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC ("SIE") warrants to the original purchaser (“you”) that the PS4™ hardware, which includes components contained in the retail box with this hardware (“Product”), will be free from material defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the original date of purchase ( ...
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Does Gamestop clean PS4?

Where do I find someone to clean my PS4 for me? You can ask someone at your local Gamestop to clean it for you, or call your local electronics store and see if they offer this service. Thanks!
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Can a Playstation overheat and cause a fire?

Do not use the system in a closed cabinet or other locations where heat may build up. Doing so may cause the system to overheat and may lead to fire, injury or malfunction.
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Why does my ps4 sound like a jet engine?

As you can see from this photo, the real problem is that dust has clogged so much INSIDE the fan housing that little (if any) air can even pass through heatsink itself. And this is the real reason why your PS4 (fat, slim, or Pro) sounds like a jet engine.
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