Intended users:
DIY owners with no special technical knowledge, plus aspiring repair technicians
Skill required:
None - all procedures use common tools and supplies
Savings:
Saves over $100 per repair versus third-party service
Scope:
Repair guide plus complete PS3 training course in one eBook
Approach:
Step-by-step instructions with pictures and diagrams on every procedure
Coverage:
Solves an estimated 99% of common PS3 problems
Repairs:
Laser cleaning, disc read errors, red light beeping, HDMI issues, freezing, tray faults
Extras:
Modifications, media streaming, networking fixes, Linux installation
Disassembly:
Full console disassembly and controller disassembly
Power faults:
Beep and blinking red light fix, blinking console diagnosis
Optical drive:
Blu-Ray lens cleaning, disc read errors, discs not ejecting, tray won't open
Display:
No display fixes, HDMI problems, HDMI to composite switching
Diagnostics:
Entering diagnostic mode, Sony PS3 error codes
Freezing:
Console freeze, freezing games and movies fixes
Controllers:
Bluetooth controller issues, button contacts, extra buttons
Storage:
3.5 inch SATA HDD mod, HDD replacement mini-guide, USB flash and external drive use
Controller mods:
Light mod versions 1 and 2, PS360 Microsoft/Sony controller hybrid
Accessories:
IR remote control add-on, charging station headset mod
Voltage:
Voltage adjustment procedures
Blu-Ray:
Blu-Ray decryption, unique volume keys, playback without disc, HD-DVD to Blu-Ray conversion
Streaming:
Media server setup, AVI streaming via Tversity, PC to PS3 file transfer via WMP11/Nero
Audio:
Connecting PS3 to PC speakers
Networking:
NAT type 3 to type 2 change, lag switch construction, remote play on-the-go
iPod integration:
Copying music and videos from iPod, watching iPod movies on PS3
Linux:
Fedora Core 5/6, Yellow Dog Linux 5.0, Ubuntu 7.04 installs, partitioning, uninstall, Wi-Fi setup
Linux media:
Linux UPnP media server, Mplayer, VLC, emulators installation
Firmware:
Firmware version check bypass, updating the PS3, demonstration mode unlock code
PSN:
Game sharing, region accounts, Japanese demos, store access without updating
Backward compatibility:
PS2/PS1 on PS3, jagginess fix, PS3 swap method, playing PS2 backups
Downloads:
Homebrew loaders, utilities, firmware updates, drivers, game saves, proof-of-concept exploits
Miscellaneous:
Parental controls, 20 ways to get the most out of your PS3, RAM locations on Resistance
Depth:
Each step described in detail with pictures and diagrams
Tools required:
Common tools and supplies only, no special equipment
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Subject device:
Sony PlayStation 3 game console, not a vehicle
Console hardware covered:
Blu-Ray drive, SATA hard drive, HDMI output, USB, Bluetooth, power supply
Performance figures:
N/A - not applicable to a console repair guide
Fuel system:
N/A - not applicable
Optical:
Blu-Ray drive cleaning, repair and playback troubleshooting
Display output:
HDMI problem fixes, HDMI to composite switching
Wireless:
Bluetooth controller troubleshooting, Wi-Fi setup under Linux
Storage:
External hard drive recognition, USB flash and HDD use, SATA HDD replacement
Networking:
NAT type change, media servers, remote play, PSN access
Driver assistance features:
N/A - not applicable to this product
Preventive care:
Blu-Ray lens cleaning procedure to prevent read errors
Wear items:
Optical laser, Blu-Ray lens, controller button contacts
Common faults:
Blinking red light, freezing, disc ejection failure, HDMI handshake errors
Upgrade paths:
Hard drive replacement mini-guide and 3.5 inch SATA HDD mod
Firmware upkeep:
How to update your Sony PS3 correctly
Fixed service intervals:
N/A - not applicable to a console repair guide
