In the past, many users looked for ways to make their PlayStation 4 quieter by removing accumulated dust from the inside. This situation is not new or exclusive to consoles, as PC gamers have stories of their Gaming PC and the accumulated dirt inside. However, this time, it was Sony’s old system that became the absolute protagonist of a dangerous anecdote.
As indicated by the German portal Mein-MMO in a recent publication, a user shared on Reddit that his brother decided to clean the inside of his PlayStation 4. Nothing uncommon happened up to that point, but the surprising part was that, when putting it back together, he forgot an important component, as his 13-year-old brother lacks the appropriate knowledge and tools to perform such a task. Therefore, after finishing the cleaning, he left out a metal plate that acts as a cover for the motherboard.
It can no longer regulate the system’s temperature
After the cleaning, this piece was left outside the console instead of being installed back. Unfortunately, dust buildup can cause the PlayStation 4 to become noisy, which is why proper cleaning is highly recommended. By missing this component, not only is the motherboard left unprotected, which can lead to more dust entering, but it also says goodbye to a thermal shield that helps regulate the system’s temperature.
For that reason, Reddit users recommend reinstalling the protector to prevent damage to the PlayStation 4 and, in turn, avoid the possibility of accumulating more dirt. In fact, the player himself is concerned that the absence of this piece could damage the console in the long run, but his brother insists on not listening to the advice and argues that this piece is not necessary. Unfortunately, the reality is that its absence is harmful. And so, this situation demonstrates the importance of having basic knowledge when tinkering with electronic devices.
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