Since we know that many of the troubles that arise with the PS3 are because to overheating, particularly if the ps3 console is being used for long periods of time , here's a handful of steps that you can implement to stave off serious damage to your PS3 console:

• Allow at least 4 inches of room on all sides of the PS3 for sufficient ventilation.
• Remove the PS3 from cabinets, away from other stacked electrical equipment and do not tuck it in corners of rooms as this contributes to heat buildup.
• Make sure that the air vents on the game console are not impeded in any way.
• Examine for dust build up on and around the air vents including within the console , as this can smother your console of air, limiting its capability to cool down, which itself can result in fan breakdown.

7 Steps For Rectifying Yellow Light of Death and Red Light of Death PS3 Errors

If your console is not working properly because of a possible PS3 YLOD and PS3 RLOD issue , here is a concise outline of things you can perform in an effort to recover your PS3 console:

1. Power down the Playstation console and all peripherals.
2. Disconnect the PS3 and allow to cool down in a well ventilated location.
3. Safely get rid of all dust and carry out a "PS3 Fan Test".
4. Reconnect cables, ensuring that all cables and connections are neither loose nor damaged.
5. Execute "PS3 Safe Mode" and reboot your Playstation system - especially relevant if your Playstation is failing to boot up.
6. Examine your PS3 system settings and also make sure that your console has the the most current software download update.
7. If all else fails try carrying out a "PS3 hard drive reset" i.e. take out the hard drive cassette and re-insert.

If you would like a more exhaustive explanation of the above 7 steps for Sony Playstation 3 Yellow Light of Death Fix (and RLOD) click on this hyperlink or go to ps3-help.com.