If you need to clean the PS5 , here we will show you how. And it is that game consoles, like desktop PCs and laptops, also need cleaning and maintenance , since they tend to get dirty and this could lead to failures or malfunctions. So, if you have bought the latest version of Sony Play Station, you should know the following:
Index of contents
- What problems can dirt create on my PS5?
- Materials needed for cleaning the PS5
- How often should you clean PS5?
- Step-by-step cleaning steps
What problems can dirt create on my PS5?
Dirt can create different issues on your PS5 , some of them more serious than others. For example:
- That the ports are dirty and the connector does not make good contact, which will prevent you from powering or connecting controls to the console.
- That the cooling system is obstructed and the PS5 overheats, with the risk of burning a component.
- Short circuits in some elements due to dirt particles that are conductive and make contact between two conductors.
Materials needed for cleaning the PS5
To be able to clean your PS5, you will need some elements such as:
- Compressed air spray or low power vacuum.
- Microfiber cloth.
- Isopropyl alcohol.
- Clean table to work on (not on carpets, rags and other surfaces not recommended by Sony).
How often should you clean PS5?
Cleaning the PS5 is not something that should be done very often. So don’t worry about it. But you should determine a cleaning frequency according to your case, since not all houses have the same amount of dust or dirt. So you will have to check yourself if the game console is dirty enough to need cleaning.
For example, an indication could be to check the cooling slots every few months . If you see that they have a large amount of dirt or seem clogged, then you should proceed to cleaning. It’s also a good symptom if your PS5 is overheating too much lately.
Step-by-step cleaning steps
The steps that you should follow to clean the PS5 are quite simple, and you can follow them even if you are not very technically savvy. They are the following:
- Completely turn off your PS5 and unplug it from the mains. Wait a few minutes, some capacitors could store energy for some time and cause a discharge.
- Make sure your PS5 is lying on its side for easy cleaning and remove the stand from the console.
- Then you have to remove the two front plates with your hands. There are no screws involved, all you have to do is grab it and apply downward force and you will feel a click.
- Once you have located the dust deposits (in the cooling system), use compressed air to remove them or a low-power vacuum. If this doesn’t work, try using a microfiber cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol and gently wipe it down.
- Also clean the outer cooling slots of the case, as well as the ports.
- Reattach or mount the PS5 deck mount.
- Connect it to the electrical network and to the TV.
- Turn on and test that everything is correct.
