PlayStation 4 Slim Thermal Paste Replacement
Consoles such as the PlayStation 4 Slim over time start to overheat from all the excessive dust accumulating. It causes the thermal paste to thin out and the speed drastically reduces. The overheating can produce a lot of fan noise. This guide shows how to clean the PlayStation 4 Slim, replace the thermal paste, and restore the console to fantastic working conditions!
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Werkzeuge
- Arctic Silver ArctiClean Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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Arctic Silver Thermal Paste Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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Compressed Air Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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Cotton Swabs Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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Microfiber Cleaning Cloths Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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Paint Brush Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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Phillips #0 Screwdriver Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
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T8 Torx Security Bit Screwdriver Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Ersatzteile
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PlayStation 4 Slim Fan Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Anleitung
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Step 1
Remove the panel next to the ports by sliding it to the right.
Use a Philips PH1 screwdriver to remove the screw.
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Step 2
Pull the black ribbon on the side of the PS4 to remove the hard drive.
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Step 3
Locate the plastic warranty sticker next to the three ports on the side of the console.
Peel off the plastic warranty sticker next to the three ports on the side of the console.
Use a T8 Torx security screwdriver to remove the screw.
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Step 4
Flip the PS4 with the bottom side facing upwards and the side of the screw you just removed facing you.
Remove the cover by prying the two corners and then sliding it back.
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Step 5
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove this screw.
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Step 6
Remove the cover by prying the two corners and then sliding it back.
Remove the three T8 Torx security screws.
Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two screws.
Lift and remove the metal panel after unscrewing.
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Step 7
Remove the power supply completely by disconnecting the wire.
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Step 8
Flip the PS4 to view the metal paneling.
Lift the black clip on the largest connection to remove it.
Disconnect the wire by pulling it back with a little bit of force.
By pulling on the blue tabs gently you are able to remove the connections.
Gently lift the black wire to disconnect from the motherboard.
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Step 9
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove all screws.
After unscrewing, remove the metal panel to access the motherboard.
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Step 10
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove two screws.
Unplug the wire by pulling firmly.
Lift the metal brace with your fingers to expose the motherboard.
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Step 11
Apply 2-3 droplets of thermal material remover on Q-tips to remove the old thermal paste and then wipe it down with a micro fiber cloth until no residue of old paste is left.
Apply 2-3 droplets of thermal surface purifier on a new Q-tip and go over the area cleaned.
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Step 12
Squeeze about 3/4 of an inch of Arctic Silver 5 thermal paste onto the prepared surface.
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Step 13
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two screws.
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Step 14
Flip the console.
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the screw.
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Step 15
Lift up the metal panel and on the back the radiator is located.
Clean the radiator by using a brush and a compressed air can.
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Step 16
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two screws.
Clean the fan by using a brush and a compressed air can.
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Abschluss
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.