Sony 120-250GB Playstation 3 CECH-2101A Instruction Manual page 47

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Other issues
The system makes noise.
When using the system in a location where heat can build up, such
as in an enclosed AV cabinet, on carpet or a cushion, or near a wall
(within 10cm of the wall), the internal fan will rotate rapidly to reduce
the system's temperature and this may generate increased noise.
Move the system to a location with good ventilation.
Depending on how a disc is being used, such as when copying an
audio CD to the hard disk or starting software from a disc, disc
noise may be louder than normal.
Furthermore, some software may cause more disc noise than
others.
You forgot your password for security settings.
If you restore the system using
[Restore Default Settings], your password will return to "0000".
However, note that all settings other than the password will also be
reset. Once these settings are reset, they cannot be recovered.
The system is warm.
When the system is being used or is turned on, it may become
warm. This is not a malfunction.
The screen freezes during gameplay.
Check whether the disc is scratched or dirty. If dirty, wipe it gently
with a soft cloth.
If you have game data for PlayStation
try deleting the game data and reinstalling the software. Select
(Game)
(Game Data Utility), press the
then delete the game data from the options menu. Next, reinstall the
PlayStation
3 format software. Be careful not to delete the saved
®
data for the game.
(Settings)
(System Settings)
3 format software installed,
®
button, and
The screen is frozen. The system does not operate.
Disconnect all accessories such as USB devices from the system,
and then restart the system. Pressing the power button for 15
seconds or longer will force the system to turn off (enter standby
mode). After the system turns off, turn it on again.
The power indicator is flashing red and green alternately.
The interior of the system may have become too warm. This is
typically due to the operating environment. Check whether the
system is being used in a warm location. Ensure that vents are not
blocked and that adequate airflow exists around the system.
Continuing to use the system in the above condition will cause it to
stop functioning. Turn the system off and leave it unused until it
cools down. After the system cools down, turn it on again.
The power indicator is flashing red and the system does not
operate.
The temperature inside the system may be too high. Check whether
the system is being used in a hot location or whether the vents are
blocked. Press the power button to stop the flashing, and then leave
the system turned off until it cools down. After it cools down, turn on
the system again.
The system does not recognize content.
The content may be of a format that is not supported by the system.
Content of types not supported by the system will not be
recognized. For information on supported formats, refer to the
online user's guide (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/).
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