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PlayStation Controller: help me with a ps3 controller pins

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:30:39 -0700

please attak if you still using this platfrom i really need you to help me with a ps3 controller pins

⟐ Commented M07 18, 2026 at 10:30 GMT-7

PlayStation 3 Super Slim: Why won't my PS3 Super Slim turn on?

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:49:35 -0700

My PS3 Super Slim won't turn on. I press the power bottom at the console red light and makes the beep like normal then in a second the green light turn off and after that the ps3 won't do anything ...please help

⟐ Answered M07 18, 2026 at 3:49 GMT-7

PlayStation 4: My child posted my bank card into the PS4. Is it game over?

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:47:58 -0700

My 1 year old posted a bank card into my husband’s PS4 as I ran across the room to stop her. I can hear it whizzing around but can’t get it out. Any ideas to rescue it (the PS4) before he’s devastated?

⟐ Commented M07 18, 2026 at 3:47 GMT-7

PlayStation 4: PS4 beeps, flashes blue light for a second and then turns off

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:27:40 -0700

The issue is:

- I turn on the PS4

- It beeps

- The blue light turns on for a second or two

- It turns off completely

- The PS4 is now completely irresponsible

- I need to plug out the power and then plug it back in

- We're back to step 1

Has anyone faced this issue before? Is it something i can fix myself?

It's a first generation PS4 and here's the problem in video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBRUTJVc...

⟐ Commented M07 17, 2026 at 19:27 GMT-7

PlayStation 5 Slim: Games crashing, only when going to online part of games.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:20:21 -0700

I have a PS5 Slim Disc Edition that’s about 1.5 years old. The console works normally in the menus, and I can launch games without issue. For example, Fortnite loads into the lobby just fine, but the moment I ready up and it transitions into an online match, the console crashes with an error (I can provide the exact error code if needed). This behavior is consistent whenever the game starts an online match. I took it to a local repair shop, and they cleaned the console and inspected it. They also looked into the liquid metal/thermal side of things, but ultimately told me the console was beyond what they were able to repair and recommended sending it to Sony. Before I do that, I’m hoping to get opinions from people who repair PS5s regularly. Based on these symptoms, what hardware failure would you suspect? Does this sound more like an APU, RAM, SSD, motherboard, network chip, or another known PS5 Slim issue? If you’ve seen this exact behavior before, what ended up being the cause, and would you send it to Sony or seek out a board-level repair specialist instead?

⟐ Answered M07 17, 2026 at 15:20 GMT-7

PlayStation 3 Slim: PS3 Slim Power Button Connector Ripped Off - Need Help Reconstructing

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:20:48 -0700

Hi everyone,

I’m in a bit of a tough spot with my PS3 Slim CECH-3004A.

While disassembling it for a thermal paste change, I accidentally pulled the power ribbon cable connector by the head instead of releasing it. This resulted in the entire connector ripping off the motherboard, taking some of the solder pads with it.

From what I can observe, the PCB seems to have a standard 2-layer traces on the surface, and I can’t see any obvious internal layers for these specific traces. I’ve tried to trace them, but I’m struggling to find where they lead to create jumpers.

Could you please help me with the following?

Does anyone have a schematic or a high-resolution trace map for the power button connector area (specifically for the Slim model)?
Are there any recommended videos or guides on reconstructing lifted pads or where to bridge (jumper) the connections for this specific part?
Confirming if I only need to worry about surface traces or if there are via-connections I might have missed.

I have some soldering experience but reconstructing pads is new to me. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

Pcb bottom layer

⟐ Edited M07 17, 2026 at 15:20 GMT-7

PlayStation 4 Pro: Can this be salvaged (expolitable fw)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:40:18 -0700

Old owner donated me the board with all the parts. I wanted to know if I could peel the traces else where and glue down the port to the board if so is there a schematic that would show the points of interest?

⟐ Answer edited M07 17, 2026 at 10:40 GMT-7

PlayStation 4 Slim: My games are locked in my ps4

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:55:11 -0700

My games are locked in my ps4 are not playing

⟐ Answered M07 17, 2026 at 8:55 GMT-7

PSP E1000: PSP doesn't do anything if I plug my charger

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:33:48 -0700

Hello, I partially disassembled my PSP Street (only removed screen and start/select buttons ribbon cables) and now my PSP doesn't do anything if I plug my charger. The orange light doesn't even light up. What did I mess up? Thanks in advance

⟐ Commented M07 17, 2026 at 5:33 GMT-7

PlayStation One: Idk whats wrong didint gives the screen

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:29:20 -0700

I said idk whats wrong

⟐ Commented M07 17, 2026 at 5:29 GMT-7

PlayStation 5 Slim: PS5 Slim CE-108255-1 crash when joining online matches

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:22:57 -0700

I have a PS5 Slim Disc Edition (~1.5 years old). It works fine in menus and lobbies, but crashes with error CE-108255-1 specifically when transitioning from a lobby (like Fortnite) into an online match.

A local repair shop cleaned it and checked the liquid metal/thermals, but they couldn't find the fix and recommended sending it to Sony.

I've already tried basic software troubleshooting. Based on this specific 'crash on match start' behavior, is this likely an APU, RAM, or SSD controller failure? Has anyone seen this specific symptom on a Slim model, and did it require a full board replacement or can a specialist fix it?

⟐ Commented M07 17, 2026 at 5:22 GMT-7

DualSense Edge: Finding replacement 6-pin ribbon cables for the DualSense Edge

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:12:12 -0700

Hello iFixit members!

I'm asking a question: where I can get the replacement 6-pin ribbon cable for my DualSense Edge? I had accidentally damaged the cable during reassembly, and I need the replacement ribbon cable real quick.

It has to be within the exact specification:

6-pin
0.5mm pitch, which is the same as the trigger ribbon cable
3.8 to 4 cm in length. The reason why it has to be in this specific length is because if it's too long, it will push against the back shell of the controller, and if it's too short and the cable won't reach either the mainboard connector or the sub boards (which contains both the back buttons and the relays to the rumble motor)
Conductors has to be on the same side.

I can't find the exact cable on e-commerce stores Aliexpress, hence why I asked for help here,

Update 1: Here's the picture of the cable in question:

Update 2 (July 16, 2026): My order at Kasynparts (https://kasynparts.com/product/ps5-duals...) had arrived today...only to find out that it's the 50mm cables (which is way too long to be fit into the controller). I have to place an order at an Aliexpress shop (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/10050124...) and is currently wait to see if the shop does actually sell the 40mm cable.

⟐ Commented M07 17, 2026 at 5:12 GMT-7

PSP E1000: My PSP has no sign of life

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:07:31 -0700

Hi I have had this psp for like a year now and it was basically in near new condition. But one day when I had it on charge it was over heating and I don’t think I turn it off properly (left it on rest mode) and so I quickly disconnected it BUT now it won’t turn on. The charger works and the battery has power too (Checked both with an Electrometer) but it just doesn’t turn on. The LED doesn’t flash and neither does the screen. Is my PSP dead or what could be the issue?

⟐ Answered M07 15, 2026 at 13:07 GMT-7

DualSense Controller v2: Stuck D-Pad even after cleaning

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:20:49 -0700

Hey y'all, my down button on the d-pad is 'stuck' so that when I turn my controller on, it's constantly scrolling down unless i actively press UP on the d-pad. The physical button itself is not stuck in a pressed down position. I already took my controller apart and cleaned the rubber + d-pad and the problem is persisting. Does this sound like a software issue then instead of a hardware one? Any advice would be helpful!

⟐ Commented M07 15, 2026 at 11:20 GMT-7

PlayStation 5: Why can't I download a game I have bought?

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:23:08 -0700

I downloaded a trial for Company of Heroes 3 and after my 2 hours trial time, bought it on sale. It never recognised that I had bought it and insisted my 'trial period was over' when trying to play it. Multiple resets later, I was required to do a firmware update. This is it, i thought. Nope.

I decided to reinstall, deleting the game. When going back to the store directly or through my library there is a dollar amount on the COH3 page instead of a download option - looking as though I havn't purchased it. Attempting to purchase again it say I already own this product.

I tried to restore the license though settings, which I have done before, but it appears you can only restore licenses for games that are INSTALLED.

System software up to date, game purchased, no download option. Have I lost my money?

⟐ Answer edited M07 15, 2026 at 9:23 GMT-7

DualShock 4 CHU-ZCT2U: Which screwdriver should I use to disassemble a PS4 controller?

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:03:57 -0700

I want to open my controller for maintenance because it have drift issues. My question is which type of screwdriver to use—Phillips or JIS? I have both, as I bought the iFixit kit; the JIS seems perfect because the cross-head tip is flat. I really need to know this so I don't strip the screw heads. Also, should it be a size 0 or 00? Thanks a lot.

⟐ Answered M07 14, 2026 at 9:03 GMT-7

PlayStation 4 Pro: جهازي pS4 لايقرء القرص

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:30:59 -0700

عندما أدخل القرص يعطي في الشاشه قرص لونه رمادي ويقول قرص غير معروف

Translation:

My PS4 isn't reading the disc.
When I insert the disc, a gray disc icon appears on the screen, and it says "Unrecognized Disc."

⟐ Answer accepted M07 13, 2026 at 23:30 GMT-7

PlayStation: SCPH-1000 NO left channel audio

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:07:09 -0700

Hey everyone.

I'm working on an SCPH-1000 (PU-7 motherboard) that's developed a strange audio issue, and I'm hoping someone here has seen this before.

No left channel audio from the AV Multi Out.
If I connect the left and right RCA outputs together, the left channel disappears completely, leaving audio only on the right channel.

What I've already tried so far.

Replaced all electrolytic capacitors around the AKM DAC.
Swapped the AKM DAC with a known-good one from another working SCPH-1002( though its a different version AKM4309VM, after changing it still plays audio same issue as before).
Removed the left-channel muting transistor to rule out a faulty mute circuit.
Checked continuity from the AV Multi Out pins, and the traces appear to be intact.

While probing pins 15 and 16 of the AKM DAC, I accidentally caused the left channel to start playing while the CD was spinning. The audio was present but slightly distorted. That initially made me suspect the DAC itself, but replacing it made no difference.

At this point, I'm not sure whether I'm dealing with:

a broken trace or via,
a fault in the analog output stage,
an issue elsewhere on the audio path,
or something I'm completely overlooking.

Unfortunately, I don't have a proper schematic for the PU-7 board, so I'm troubleshooting somewhat blindly.

Has anyone experienced a similar fault or have any suggestions on what I should check next? Any advice, measurements, or likely failure points would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

⟐ Answered M07 13, 2026 at 1:07 GMT-7

PlayStation 5 Slim: Como cambiar el puerto hdmi

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:54:29 -0700

Ps5 slim puerto hdmi

Translate:

How to replace the HDMI port
PS5 Slim HDMI port

⟐ Answered M07 12, 2026 at 23:54 GMT-7

PlayStation 5 Pro: How to fix my ethernet port?

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:45:17 -0700

My ps fell while plugged with ethernet cable and now the port is a little bit mor inside the console than it should be and a bit loose

⟐ Answered M07 12, 2026 at 23:45 GMT-7