| Toastrules said: Did you put new Thermal Paste on it? I read online that putting new Thermal Paste on the Ps3 processor extends it's longetivity, so I did it on mine. I just want to see if that theory is true, and if you put Thermal Paste on your Ps3, then I'd be sad, since I guess it wouldn't extend the longetivity by much =( And it looks like you have a dilemma. Do this 'heatgun' method, and risk the warranty, so that you can't send it in. Or, send it in, but risk getting a refurb'd Ps3 or a non-60GB one. |
It does from the standpoint that the factory thermal paste (which looks silicone based) does dry out over time with extended use, losing its thermal transfer capabilities. And of course excessive dust build up inside the heatsink/fan and on the motherboard reduces air flow.
Simply put, unless operating under ideal conditions in a clean environment (not a typical room), these things need semi-regular maintenance. Disassembly, cleaning and new thermal paste.
I'm testing a refurb 60GB PS3 with aftermarket (AS5) TIM to see how long it lasts. Currently being used as a primary console (heavy use).
It's already lasted two years (the refurb; the original died Nov/Dec 2008) as a light use secondary unit. Under light use, the factory thermal paste was still wet after two years. I've cracked open two year old PS3s where the thermal paste was completely dry by comparison.
