How to take apart a PS4 slim to clean the fan?

For those who have been using their playstation 4 for a while now, it’s quite common to have a fan that’s clogged up, or just not working properly. Before you do anything, you need to make sure your PlayStation is off first, otherwise, the fan might just spin faster, making the whole process very annoying. After all, you don’t want your PlayStation to be generating more heat than usual and setting fire to your house.

How to disassemble a PSslim?

For cleaning a ps4 fan, you will need a Philips screwdriver or a special tool. To remove the fan from the PS4, simply remove the four screws that secure the power supply unit to the main system board. After removing the screws, carefully pull the system board away from the main housing and remove the fan. Use a small screwdriver to loosen the retaining clips on the fan, and remove the fan from the system board.

How to remove the fan from a PSslim?

To remove the fan from the PlayStation 4 slim, first, try to turn off your console and unplug it. Then, you need to press the button on the front of your console and press the power button. The PlayStation 4 logo will appear and then press the triangle button. The menu will appear and select “Exit”. Now, press the power button on your console again to turn it off. Disconnect the power cord from the back of your console and remove the power adapter.

How to dismantle a PSslim?

The front of your PlayStation has a small circular hole in it where the fan unit is located. This is the easiest access point to the fan, so start by removing the front panel. Everything should be visible at this point. You’ll notice two screws that hold onto the motherboard. You’ll need to loosen those first so that you can lift the board out of the casing. Disconnect the power and data cables from the motherboard and set them aside. Using your screwdriver, carefully

How to open a PSslim?

To access the fan, you’ll need to open up the system’s housing by removing the two small screws on either side of the system. This should be easy to accomplish as they will be covered with plastic. Once you have the screws off, you can remove the three screws securing the silver housing to the main board. Now lift the housing off and you’ll be presented with the fan.