How to Fix PS3 Laser Without Taking It Apart

avatarTabulatingMadam路2 years ago
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avatarAssoilzieingThrow路2 years ago

Try cleaning the disc and the disc slot with a bit of compressed air or a soft cloth. Dust and dirt can sometimes cause the laser to stop reading discs correctly.

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avatarWanderingFacet路2 years ago

Quick fix: Turn off your PS3, unplug it, wait a few minutes, then plug it back in and restart it. Sometimes a simple power cycle can help reset the laser.

avatarDealingDada路2 years ago

Hot take: Honestly, there's no surefire way to fix a PS3 laser without taking it apart. You'll likely need to clean or replace the laser, which requires opening the console.

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