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PlayStation 4: It always turn off immediately after pressing the power button

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:19:12 -0700

It turns off immediately after pressing the power button and makes a beep

⟐ Commented July 11, 2026 at 19:19 MST

PlayStation Controller: ps4 controller wont go back together

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:15:44 -0700

when trying to put ps4 controller back together the right side does not clip back together

⟐ Commented July 11, 2026 at 19:15 MST

PlayStation 2: HDD port not working?

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:09:39 -0700

I have a PS2 that's taken a couple tumbles thanks to a rowdy kitten, and now the HDD port doesn't seem to work. I've tried using multiple HDDs and adapters, but nothing works. From what I've been told, it's either the DEV9 port or the HDD connector itself that could be the issue. How would I check to see what works? (I have a multimeter, but I've never used one for something like this.)

PlayStation 4: How can I remove dark black spots off the ground on my MoBo

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:22:36 -0700

Hello! I found a dirty, roach infested, rust infested, ps4 model CUH-1215A underneath a trash heap. It boots up, works fine, and I started to clean it up. The only problem is these dark spots or burn spots on the ground of the motherboard.

I did research and talked to A.I. saying this could be a burn spot and I need to chip away at the surface and put epoxy? to make the surface even with the rest of the MoBo?

Scraping the MoBo seems unsafe, unsure what I should do here. Any suggestions? preferably from somebody very experienced.

I attached images to show what the spots look like.

⟐ Edited by author July 11, 2026 at 12:22 MST

DualShock 3: My controller stopped working without any fall or strain.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:57:46 -0700

I'm having a problem with my PS3 controller. I was playing GTA V when the screen suddenly went black, so I turned off my PS3 by pressing and holding the power button for about 10 seconds. After that, I turned the console back on, and it worked perfectly and went to the main menu without any problems. However, the controller has completely stopped working. Even though it was charged beforehand, it's completely unresponsive. I tried connecting it to the console via USB cable, but it didn't work. I also tried connecting it to the charger, but there's no charging light or any indicator light. When I press the PS button, no light comes on at all, and there's no flashing or response. It seems like the problem is with the controller itself, not the PS3 console. What are the possible causes of this malfunction? Are there any diagnostic or repair steps I can try?

PlayStation 4 Pro: How compatible are ribbon cables with each other?

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:51:41 -0700

I ripped the ribbon cable of the DVD Drive in my PS4 Pro. It is replacable I checked but I don't know how to get a replacement part.

The original cable has this printed on it:

SUMITOMO-G [RU] AWM 2896 80C VW-1 -F-

I cannot find a ribbon cable that is the exact same. Can I instead buy ++this one for example++.

The image of my broken ribbon cable:

⟐ Answered July 11, 2026 at 7:51 MST

DualShock 4 CHU-ZCT2U Generation 4: L2 triggers right stick

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:36:45 -0700

When I press L2, it triggers my right stick up, and even after I release it it still moves up.

⟐ Answered July 10, 2026 at 16:36 MST

DualSense Edge: Is there a high capacity battery?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:30:51 -0700

I bought a 4000 mAh battery upgrade for my dual sense controller. How come I can’t find this for the dual sense edge?

⟐ Commented July 10, 2026 at 4:30 MST

PlayStation 4 Slim: Leftover black and small silver screws after PS4 Slim motherboard replacement

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:06:23 -0700

I have two leftover screws after completing a motherboard replacement on my PS4 Slim. One is a black 4.0 mm screw and the other is a small silver 3.0 mm screw. I have checked the motherboard shield and the power supply, but I cannot find a place where they fit. I found some empty holes, but the screws will not thread into them properly.

I've already verified the heatsink clamp (Step 19) and the main power supply screws are in place. Does anyone know if there are specific 'hidden' spots for these two screws, or if some models (like the CUH-20xx vs CUH-21xx) have extra holes that should remain empty?

⟐ Commented July 09, 2026 at 9:06 MST

DualSense Controller v2: How would I fix a single button on the D-pad not working.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:43:04 -0700

Up d-pad button stopped working overnight while in charger.all other controls are fine. I've cleaned and checked for obstructions. Factory reset. Firmware update. Wired vs wireless.

The button is just fried for no apparent reason.

⟐ Answered July 09, 2026 at 8:43 MST

PlayStation 2: Why is my PS2 shutting off after a few seconds?

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:48:18 -0700

Bought a "needs repair" PS2 off Ebay (SCPH-39001). The issue is that it will power on for a few seconds and then shut off with a blinking red light. Upon powering, it works normally for a second besides a fast spinning fan. After another second the fan speed increases drastically right before shutting off.

I opened it up and noticed the thermal pads were cracked. I went ahead and replaced them but nothing changed. I then thought maybe it could be a bad PSU and ordered an Amazon replacement (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KVGYJSL?lv=...). After installing and flipping the switch on the back, it will not let me boot it up at all and gives a rapid blinking red light. I can try to bypass this by flipping the switch and quickly turning it on, but again it is the same issue of max fan speed and quickly shutting off. Help is greatly appreciated!

⟐ Answered July 08, 2026 at 1:48 MST

PlayStation 5: My PS5 shuts off completely after 5–10 minutes

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:58:13 -0700

Hi everyone,

I’m having a problem with my PS5 (original model with disc drive), and I’m hoping someone can help.

The console works fine on the home screen, but when I play certain PS5 games like Spider-Man 2 or sometimes Fortnite, it suddenly shuts off completely after about 5–10 minutes. The screen instantly goes black, the PS5 loses all power (no lights at all), and I can’t turn it back on unless I unplug the power cable and plug it back in.

I already cleaned the fan and removed the dust I could reach, but the problem is still there. The console isn’t in a closed space and has plenty of airflow around it.

Has anyone experienced something similar? Do you think this sounds like a power supply issue, overheating, or something else?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

⟐ Answered July 07, 2026 at 23:58 MST

DualShock 4: when unplug cable controller shutdown

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:54:18 -0700

after the light blue and seen in ps4 and unplug the controller disconnecting and shutdown

battery new

cable for charging board new

charging board new

everything new but the Bluetooth not working when i click share with ps

thanks from Syria

⟐ Answered July 07, 2026 at 23:54 MST

PlayStation 2: PS2 CMOS battery draining rapidly - Parasitic current draw?

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:44:36 -0700

Hello,

I had/have a problem with my old PS2 SCPH-30003 daughterboard. This small board holds a CR2032 battery and the clock chip I believe. I noticed that after a few months, the new CR2032 battery I had put in was totally flat.

So, I tested the board and found out that there was a 100μA current draw with the board completely isolated and disconnected. Supposedly this isn't right.

On my original board, I did notice some kind of corrosion around the negative battery holder terminal, as well as the pins of the clock chip. I didn't see anything like this on the replacement board.

But after testing said replacement board I bought (listed as working), the exact same thing is happening...

The weird thing is, that the original Sony battery from both boards had NOT drained. Both were sitting at around 3.08v.

Does anyone know what might be going on here?

Thanks in advance!

⟐ Commented July 07, 2026 at 4:44 MST

DualSense: DualSense rear case stuck near triggers - hidden clips won't release

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:04:50 -0700

I am trying to follow the DualSense Joystick Replacement guide (DualSense Joystick Replacement) and I am stuck on Step 12/Step 14. I have removed all four screws (bottom corners and behind L1/R1). I have successfully unclipped the bottom and side clips using a spudger.

However, the rear case is still firmly stuck near the L1 and R1 triggers. I've read about the hidden clips in newer revisions and tried prying the rear shell outwards while pulling up, but they won't budge. I'm afraid of applying too much force and cracking the shell or breaking the motherboard.

Does anyone have a specific trick or a different angle for a spudger to pop these specific 'hidden' clips near the shoulder buttons without damaging the plastic?

⟐ Edited July 07, 2026 at 1:04 MST

PlayStation 4: Popped SMD Capacitor Replacement

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:27:23 -0700

Hey guys and girls. My PS4 recently developed a power issue that I thought was due to a faulty power supply. It would turn off about a second after I turned it on and would show no life until I unplugged it from the main and plugged it back in. Changing the power supply did not help.

This evening I tried turning it on because I hadn't tried to in a while and for the first time I noticed a tiny spark close to the fan. There was also a slight smell of burned electronics. Being the DIY guy that I am, I took it apart to find that a SMD capacitor had ruptured.

Does anyone know the rating of the broken capacitor I've highlighted in the photo? The mainboard is the PS4 SAA-001 from the PS4 CUH-1001A model. Your help is highly appreciated.

Hi @honakrisi

Thanks for your response. In my spare time today I managed to get the blown capacitor off the board. It just fell away in pieces as soon as I put a pair of tweezers to it.

Just as you mentioned, I do see some damage to the adjacent capacitors. I will take your advice and have those replaced as well. You also mentioned damage to the pad below the cap. but I'm not at all sure if it's the case here. Please take a look at the pics and let me know what you think.

Does it look repairable?

On a side note, I wish there was a way of knowing the capacitance without having to remove a good one from the board.

Hey @honakrisi

Got you on the pads. I’ll try to get them cleaned up soon and report back on their condition. Thanks a million for going the extra and demonstrating what healthy pads look like. On the board, there are some sections with pads where capacitors would be installed but are left blank. The empty pads are copper color (pictured). Hopefully this is a tiny indication that the pads where the capacitor exploded are still healthy.

⟐ Commented July 06, 2026 at 8:27 MST

PlayStation 3: Why doesn't my PS3 have a signal on my TV?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:59:22 -0700

I have a PlayStation 3 that will turn on, but it has no signal on my TV. I used an HDMI cable and have tried it in different ports on my TV. I even went back to the original cables that came with it to hook it up. What could be the problem?

⟐ Commented July 06, 2026 at 5:59 MST

DualSense: How to calibrate Hall Effect sticks on DualSense (A-0630) without a PC?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:20:36 -0700

I installed Hall Effect analog sticks in my standard DualSense controller, but they are uncalibrated and lagging. I am running firmware version A-0630.

I have tried:

1. Using the DualShock Calibration GUI on a PC, but it didn't work.

2. Using the DriftGuard app on an Android phone via USB-C, but it fails to save the calibration permanently.

3. Hard-resetting the controller using the pinhole on the back.

The main issue is that I do NOT have access to a PC at home to run complex Python scripts or specialized tools. Is there any known way to permanently save Hall Effect calibration on firmware A-0630 using only a mobile phone or a specific button combination on the controller itself? Or is there a newer mobile-friendly tool that supports this firmware?

Ive tried multiple troubleshooting steps like calibrating it but it works for the moment its connected only once its disconnected from the calibrating source it starts drifting again

⟐ Commented July 06, 2026 at 4:20 MST

PlayStation 5: My ps5 shutting down randomly in the game.(Play Station 5)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:34:48 -0700

Hello, my PS5 randomly turns off in the middle of a game, it may turn off after 10 minutes or it may turn off after 8 hours. And to turn it on, I have to unplug the device and then plug it back in. The power supply broke once before and I replaced it. It didn't work for a while, but then I encountered this problem. Even the USB port on the front of the device stopped working, which the repairman said was okay, but in short, it turns off in the middle of a game. I did everything you can think of, I cleaned the device board and the device fan as well, I bought a separate cooling fan for it, but it didn't work. Please help me and tell me where the problem is.

⟐ Commented July 06, 2026 at 3:34 MST

DualShock 3: PS3 CECHZC2U MSU_VX8_0.14, charging port replacement requesting help.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:47:00 -0700

Currently I've been working on my uncle's controller for a few hours now that I got the charging port replacement I need. I've done what I've usually do, try and learn about the part I'm dissembling, the only problem I keep finding is.. there's no videos about the exact motherboard my uncle's controller have, not only that but it also has a surface mounted charging port or "SMD" for short. Tried using some solder and flux to get the said SMD off but I can't, even then the motherboard has the white plastic block extremely close to the 5 pins in the back so the soldering tool my uncle bought me can't get in-between unless I wanna melt the tan ribbon and the white plastic block. I'm making this in hoping there's someone out there that has to replace a charging port on a MSU_VX8_0.14 before. Also, the SMD has four legs that sits on top of the motherboard with two plastic legs that go through said motherboard and 5 pins in a line in the back. Help would really be appreciated, anyways I hope everyone is having a good day.

⟐ Commented July 05, 2026 at 23:47 MST