Restoring Playstation 3 Slim with No Power - Console Restoration & Repair
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ค. 2023
- I will restore this broken PS3 slim that has no power at all. I will also remove the yellowing and give the console a basic clean up. The console has no power at all, fault like this is typically because of broken power source, but in this case the issue is with main board.
I started the project with disassembly. The console needs a special safety torx tip to open it. Link to my screwdriver set is at the bottom of this description. Next I used method called retrobrighting to remove the yellowing from the plastic parts. The process is explained in more detail in this video: • How to remove yellowin...
Here's also a video to build the heat controlled UV box for the process: • Making the Ultimate Re...
Now the tricky part, there are not any available schematics for this exact model of PS3 that I could find. But there are some available that are a little similar which provide some hints what might be the issue. www.psdevwiki.com/ is a great place to look for this information. I knew that even in standby mode the red led should be on, so I knew the issue must be between the power source (which I confirmed to be working as it should) and the red LED. First I searched info on the switch boards (www.psdevwiki.com/ps3/Switch_...) I can see the red LED is powered from the Syscon SW2-30x power chip. That 3.3V was not coming in but the switch board was getting 5V straight from the power source. This made me think the syscon was faulty. I found pinout for the chip www.psdevwiki.com/ps3/Templat... this pinout is for different model of PS3 slim but it seemed to be very close. The sheet on the link lists standby voltages for each pin of the chip as well as other information. The list is gathered by hobbyists so it might not be 100% reliable. I could see that pin 6 from syscon goes to the red LED. That pin was not putting out the 3.3V. The chip also has 2 separate 3.3V input rails. They are called EVER_A and EVER_B. My console was missing the voltage coming from the EVER_B. Now the list says both EVER_A and B come from voltage regulator Mitsumi 463A. But that is where my model of the console is different, I don't have Mitsumi 463A at all. I had these separate smaller regulators. So after long search I was able to conclude the 3.3V power should come from the regulators I show on the video. The regulators were getting power input but no output. So I decided to try to replace them. Here's also a picture of the necessary schematics for a model that has the Mitsumi regulator: www.psdevwiki.com/ps3/images/... As Sony has not provided us with the schematics I can't be 100% sure my explanation here was absolutely correct. But I got it working so I must be on the right track.
Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video!
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Finally, a legitimate PS3 restoration that has no rust on the entire console
Yah there is so many fake restoration videos and they look like a giant turd in the beginning and at the end they look right out of the box
@@whyamihere6695 There's a reason for that, it's cos they start off with a shiny new(ish) product, and de-store it, adding dirt and damage, and then just edit the footage so the proces is reversed to make it look like they restored it, but in reality, they just trashed it...
What you don't believe a person can randomly find a rusted muddy ps3 while walking with your camera for no reason? Lol
@@whyamihere6695 because that's exactly what they are
they just put dirt n stuff on em then clean them basically
21:30 that’s so cool seeing all the other systems and consoles he’s restored over the years
A couple are missing, including the white Ps2 Slim, and the fat ps2 he did a couple months ago.
He most likely sold them, but I noticed that immediately.
The Dreamcast and Gameboy have "reyellowed" quite a bit if those are also the restored ones
It's like a visit to The Museum of Personal Game Devices
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It's impressive how well this console has held up over time. The restoration work done on it was excellent, especially since the issue ended up being with the regulators rather than the power supply.
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Yeah, mine's an earlier model, an 80GB, and it's still working jus fine (mostly as I ditched Gran Turismo 6 when I got my FOURTH replacement! Fecking GT6!)!
I have a ps3 slim and had it since it came out. It's in great condition and feels brand new. I don't know what Sony did, but something about this console just holds up great
Finally my favourite restoration guy back at it ❤
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You're the only channel of restoration that i watch, the only one that do this without trying to fool your audience. Love the content, always.
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@@iruga7379 TysyTube Resoration he's another legit restoration channel if i'm correct i think him and Odd Tinkering are friends
One of the few legit restoration channels on TH-cam 👍
0:02 "This is a *PlayStation 3 (PS3) Slim console* 🎮 here, in which *came out in the year 2009 AD* (the end of 2000's decades, and this one console is now being 14 years/almost 15 years old of age right here...)"
"HONEY, ODD TINKERING DROPPED A NEW ONE!"
The PS3 was my favorite console growing up. It's so satisfying to see this brought back to life!
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PS triple make the best games
My “growing up” console was the original Nintendo.. Christ I’m old.
i so agree
ps3 was my childhood back in 2018
This is the only guy I would buy a refurbished console from.
Why?! He didn’t clean the board and processor properly
Good to have you back! Love your game console repairs/restores. Always one of my favorite vids to put on and chill too.
I've learned how to give proper maintenance to my consoles and controllers watching your videos, and they came with an ASMR bonus too! That's priceless, you're the man! Thanks a lot.
I find your videos almost meditative, there’s a therapeutic quality to them. Thank you for calming the storm, at least for a little while
I haven't seen a slim ps3 in quite a while. This is gonna be a cool restoration!
Thank you for what you do! I have learned so much from you. I have gotten the courage to take apart consoles and restore them myself, and even built my own retro brightening container. I have saved so much money on fixing consoles to add to my collection - so thank you so much for passing on your knowledge and passion :) (it has been a great adventure getting into this new hobby)
Its amazing when you just watch and learn then do it on your way. idk how many PS3's I've saved from watching his videos
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I’m glad they actually show the entire process instead of just buying a new console making it dirty and showing the footage before they ruined it
It's gorgeous. I'm so glad to see it up and running again. Great job as always. 🤗
I still have my original PS3 slim and it still works Ive cleaned it and applied new paste over the years it's amazing to see others that still work and aren't beaten up
I had one like this! White slim. They're rare. Mine was also a bit yellowed and thanks to your channel, I knew what to do with the color. Sadly, due to lack of proper lighting, the effect wasn't perfect. Nonetheless, it it weren't for you, I wouldn't even try. Therefore, thank you.
Great content as usual.
Ooh this is brilliant, well done on that restoration, looks excellent. I love the shelving that you have for all of your restored consoles!
You have been missed, hope more videos are coming. Thank you for what you do
Enjoyed every minute of the video. Have been eagerly waiting for each videos. Really love how the quality of the videos and channel has grown throughout the years. Lots of love, hope the growth continues.
Love your restoration style man keep it up ❤
Good to have you back! Also great seeing the console from my teen years getting restored. Had fond memories of playing little big planet, sly cooper, ratchet and clank and jak and daxter on it.
Nice restoration! A lil advice: never blow at a fan with a compressor. It can spin up above its designed RPM and there is a chance to do damage to the bearing. The PS3 Slim equipped with 3 different cooling fans during its lifecycle, each have its own rated speed. Judging from the Nidec fan its a 2000/2500/3000 series modell.
Good catch. More than the bearing, I'd say the motor, which may spin at higher rpm than what it was designed for 👍
I almost commented this on another one of his videos, but then I wasn't confident enough to know if I was right. Kudos
I never considered that, good advice.
I love these videos! I love that they're quiet so I can watch them with others in the room and not disturb them. They're very too the point.
My cat was sitting on my lap while I was watching this video and she was riveted! Her eyes kept following where your hands went :)
It's been 6 months since you repaired a console. Keep working hard 💪
I started IT some while ago and whenever I need to replace computer parts or fix consoles I come to this man, You're legit brother.
My man. I’ve missed your videos. I truly enjoy watching you work. Great job on this one!!
Dude 😮. I love your set room with your restored consoles ❤🤩
I always love watching these restorations, they are so satisfying. I want a similar setup for all of my consoles!The backlighting really adds a cool effect.
Took the words out of my mouth 😊
So nice to finally see a video from you, everyone else stages their stuff to look worse than it is, please keep posting much as possible
Was literally just looking online to see where you went! Glad for another video. Awesome work as always
Welcome back 😊 I love your restoration vids the most. You always do a full restore. You don't half a$$ it. You are a Master Tinkerer, but you have achieved being a Master Restorer. 😎
He presses buttons that don't work just like me, I love it.
Love this video and how you basically fixed a ps3 that wouldn’t turn on impressive!! Also love how you take out the screws with the screw driver so satisfying in general. 👍🏼
After a stressful day in work, I find this video so relaxing, good job mate!
I always appreciate the engineering efforts in Sonys slim devices. Such an aestetically pleasing construction. Thumbs up for video!
PS3 is a hot console, engineering prefer to keep fan slowly and the themperatures high,and in time consoles die.
Be super careful taking the power supply apart like that. After plugging it in for a little bit, those large capacitors could still hold a dangerous charge.
I think Bro knows what he's doing if he restores electronics
@@ButteredCarpetI think this is less of a warning to the creator and more to anyone watching who plans to restore their own PS3
I love seeing old retro consoles getting care and attention.
Good call on cleaning the disc drive lens. Those things have been a personal nightmare having had to replace mine TWICE. Great restoration as always
I did some work on my PS3 slim recently. Cleaned the disc reader and upgraded the HD. Being able to play PS1 titles (digitally) makes the PS3 ultra valuable to me. Whenever I watch your videos and see crazy yellowing I assume the console was probably left in a garage or some outdoor storage. I never saw a white PS3 Slime though. Looks hot! Loved the video!
The Ducktor is in! 🐤
These videos remind me of when I was a kid and I would "help" my father fix computer hardware by tearing apart random bits and boards 😂
Odd Tinkering does it right with all the knowledge and skills I never acquired.
Love your vids, OT!
Welcome back! Love your videos.
Your console setup is awesome.
I approve seeing this! Now we wait to see the controller being repaired!
Nice work, just beware of the fan cleaning (14:30) where the compressor can make rotate fan blades too much fast and damage the rotation system.
Finally, a PS3 restoration from you sir!
Great work, keep it up!
Your videos are so satisfying to watch! 😊
Another solid restoration video, Odd! :D I'm honestly kinda disappointed I never bought a PS3 back in the day (maybe one day I'll get one at a very cheap price). As always it's so much fun to see the Ducktor work his magical, assistance, as well as using his famous isopropyl alcohol! I'll be sure to check out your PlayStation 3 controller restoration video too!
Capolavoro assoluto,ottimo restauro! complimenti dall'Italia 🇮🇹
Your soldering skills are next level.
glad to see you're back
5:50 Please add a warning about disassembling power units. Those capacitors can store power for a long period of time and if touched in the wrong spot could harm the user or the unit itself.
@@StaticVapour590people can learn things you know
@@StaticVapour590 That's a very logical think and you are right. The problem comed for non logical thinking people like children, that could imitate what they see in this video and get injured.
Wow you can 3ven hear the humor the thing
Rule number one of tech stuff
If it is humming when unplugged that it will kill or harm you
O rack com os games está perfeito parabéns
OMG you're back! I just turned on the notifications yesterday in hopes you would post soon, I'm so happy! Love your videos, thank you for posting ❤
We missed you very much! Thanks for the video
Your videos are like ASMR to me I love system repairs that's not constantly cut out by sponsors, voiceovers, and rushing
They’re like asmr to everyone cause it’s literally just asmr 🙄
@Gjd94 Tell me when this defined ASMR other than there just being like those damn whispering onlyfans girls that just hit a microphone the entire time, or moan, or go like "were you a good boy for mommy uwu"??
The silence is too loud
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Its good to see your videos back friend, i love so much your restoration.
cleaned up mine a long time ago, and gosh, I'm feeling way more confident now that there is your vid out there 🙏
I may even try to replace the thermal paste on mine
As some people have said that the PS3 is a bitch to work software wise? I can't imagine how much hard work they had to do to make everything in the PS3 work together hardware wise. You did a fantastic job! I'm sure the PS3 modding community and wishful thinkers out there who want a lot of the PS3 library on the PS5 is gonna love this. :)
Ps3 is better than xbox360
Both are cool 🎉 ps3 and 360 are my favs
they are both good in their own ways, however i lean towards PS3 more
Welcome back. I'm glad to see again and with a new restoration about one of consoles that remains
I keep watching your videos over and over again
Nice to see a new video from you! I was missing them!
We missed you! Keep up the good work!
The whole process is fascinating, but the sounds are "chef kiss" 😚
So glad to see you back!!😊
You are a master. I enjoy watching your craft. Thank you.
Good work, man. Thanks for making genuine videos.
Oooo it’s always a good day when you upload a new video!!! Thanks for another awesome restoration!!! 😁🤗🥰💕♥️
Welcome back! I am glad to see you back.
That start up sound took me back man, I love your content and you have inspired me to restore old consoles. I have an old game boy advance that I want to mod, I just need the right screwdriver bits. Also your console room looks amazing👍
Yay 🎉your back! I've missed this immensely!
Excellent video. I'm always glad to see when you post something on here.
U finally back mate. So happy to see a new video.
Glad you're back!!!
So good seeing a new video from you!
Beautiful work as always
So glad to see you back! :)
It's been a minute since we've seen you. And it's always good to see the Ducktor!
Finally teasing your man cave!! Incredible setup, please show us more!
That restauration is really amazing and I love your gaming setup ❤❤❤
love the new pop up graphics and chain descriptions for the voltages. full pro mode
This information is worth millions
You're one of my fav youtubers
Definitely one of the most skilled and intelligent content creators I have the pleasure of watching
We have one of these in working condition. Got it from GameStop several years ago. Nice to know how to work on it if and when it dies. Love your videos, they're my favorite!
Yay, my favorite restoration channel is back! I miss your videos!
Looks gorgeous in white
Very well done filming, editing and arts in this video
Another excellent console restoration from the man himself. GGs Odd Tinkering! 🙏🙌
THE RETURN OF THE KING
Legend is back!
The sounds of the buttons being pushed, the start up theme, the disc going into its slot... Threw me back so far, it literally brought back so many memories of that time I don't even know how to react.
The king has returned
i missed your videos!!! great stuff as always. luv ya
I've been waiting this for long time, thank you for the video, keep going 😎👍❤️
What an awesome video. Love the passion and commitment. I incredibly relaxing and interesting video. ASMR effect!
Great work as always OT.