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How to Troubleshoot PS3 Shutting Down Problems

Although your PS3 allows you to play your favorite games, watch movies, play music and browse the Internet, it may shut down if it's overheating. When the interior of the gaming console heats up, the power light flashes red and green alternately, and it may shut down automatically. Overheating may damage your device's motherboard, so it's important to take the necessary troubleshooting and maintenance steps to improve your device's performance.

Instructions

- 1
  Press the "Power" button to turn off your PS3 gaming console if it's on. Turn it off if the power indicator is flashing red and green alternately. This usually means the interior is warming up.
- 2
  Leave your gaming console until it cools down, and then turn it back on.
- 3
  Check the vents on the gaming console, and make sure there aren't any objects blocking airflow. Blocked vents may cause your gaming console to overheat and shut down.
- 4
  Move your gaming console to an open space to ensure adequate airflow.

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