Playstation 3 WiFi / Bluetooth repair

[@univok9892]

My PS3 Slim CECH-2504B Datecode 0C showed a 8002F1F9 update loop when I tried to update to OFW 4.90. It had a bad RT8057 as well, no shorts but 0 Volt at the output. Because I didn't have the right tools and experience to replace the tiny chip, I left the RT8057 where it was and just desoldered the inductor at the output. To generate the voltage, I used a cheap MP1584 step-down regulator module from my tinkering box instead. It's adjustable and converts 5.5 volts to 1.8 volts. The thumbnail-sized 22x17 mm print was placed on the motherboard near the HDD connector with adhesive tape. At this location, there is enough distance in height to the cover plate. The PS3 is now up and running, cleaned and has a new 3V CR2032 battery of course. Thank you so much for this video!

[@RetroTechCorner]

You're welcome. And thanks for the info - many people asked if it's possible (and I didn't really have a spare PS3 to test it). Now we all know it works - thanks!

[@johnhartley8]

Hello, I've just ordered this module, did you follow a tutorial online for this?

[@mochcelanthoor3192]

could you post a link with pics to the connections on the MP1584

[@reddoggames3011]

Why hasn't more people watched this. This is the fix for Error 8002f1f9. This was the only video that explains it well. I'm currently trying to fix that

[@RondeoBaculies]

Did you fix it?

[@edmundbennett1993]

hey bro so this is the fix for the update error dat gives 8002F1F9,so dat chip needs change so it can continue to update den bro am tey find out if dats the chip responible for the update error code

[@rayojordan2838]

@@edmundbennett1993 yes you need to repair it. I have a blue ps3 grand turismo 5 that needs a new Bluetooth chip stuck in a update loop.

[@ghilasmeziani5133]

This is the ultimate solution in 2023..it worked for me thanks !

[@DarthSimous]

Great work in repairing this particular problem ... Many PS3s have suffered from this chip going bad and got bricked, while been updated without the WiFi-BT chip properly working, because most folks have their consoles plugged-in 24/7, even when not in usage, which is not a good thing ... Hopefully your vid helps many folks repair their consoles, if they have the same issue ... 👍

[@markusg4131]

This did fix the 8002f1f9 error on my ps3 slim. Thanks alot!

[@jeffgrit]

Leveling up my electronics skills.

[@hanzofuma]

Thank you Sony for the 4.90 update. Now I'm facing 002F1F9 update loop, and it seems not a pleasing way to fix it.

[@Daviid_am]

Thanks for this video, it worked for me with a 3004a model, components positions changed vs 20xx model of this video but it was quite simple to compare with your help 👍

[@RetroTechCorner]

Glad it helped

[@ovalwingnut]

GR8T job. Shows why this kind of work can be so challenging.. (in real life:). And yes, those parts were dang small!!! Cheers from So.CA.USA, 3rd House On the Right.

[@jeffgrit]

Have any links to buy chip?

[@brettsfreshbeerandnoise]

Thanks for the very helpful video. Want to see if you have any thoughts on what I found when troubleshooting my PS3. I haven't replaced or removed anything yet. When measuring the voltage passing through the black coil to the left of the step-down converter, I'm getting 1.2v which is way lower than the 1.8v it's supposed to be and of course lower than the 2.3v you end up with at the end of the video. So my step-down chip isn't dead like yours was, but it doesn't seem to be putting out the correct voltage. Do you think it's more likely that the 1.3v is ok and the wifi chip is dead for some other reason, or that the 1.3v isn't enough to power the wifi chip so the wifi chip doesn't work and the step-down converter needs to be replaced?

[@RosmallIzaguirre]

Hello, I have shorts in the 1.8v components (but when connected in standby its 0V). Is my WiFi/BT chip toasted? great video and skills by the way

[@RetroTechCorner]

Hard to tell - I'd go ahead and replace that power management chip (as in the video) and check voltages then.

[@tanner1985]

I have some doubts. The console I'm repairing has 5v input and 1.8v output from that voltage regulator. And the chip is powered when you turn on the console, not in standby as you say in the video. It is not always on, so to speak. Anyway, to fix the update error code, I'm going to solder a bigger ams1117 1.8v voltage regulator modifying the layout with some wire bridges.

[@RetroTechCorner]

The chip is powered on standby - and it provides power to the BT module. That's why you can turn the console on from the controller.

[@rayojordan2838]

Exactly mine does the same it turns on and everything but because I am on an update loop it fails and give me the error…

[@nasrimarc7050]

i have the same problem hopefully ill succeed to repair it🙏

[@rodolfito5555]

So a question, if I dont need BT and WiFi, beacause I'm fine with connection by usb-cable, then I only need to remove the small chip?

[@sh06un1s]

If you don't have Wifi/Bluetooth and a firmware update is ever released, then you're stuck. This is the whole issue. There are hardware checks during the update process that will prevent it from going through with the update. The PS3 will detect issues with the Wifi/Bluetooth, throwing an error code at you, beyond the point of being able to go back to the previous firmware. You'll be stuck in a sort of "safe-mode limbo". It happened to my old PS3, which is why I'm here trying to find a fix. That error code is 8002F1F9 (same one as in the description). As long as you don't need to update, and have a reliable USB cable, operation should be fine. It's just that any official update will turn your PS3 into a paperweight unless this is fixed.

[@chinossynthesizer705]

Happened to a ps3 sljm i bought from ebay apparently it was never used since 2012 and when i play with for 2 years thjs happens so funny right.

[@germantoobe]

¡Muchas gracias por tu vídeo! Es genial tu explicación, saludos desde Argentina.

[@thecreepingbam]

Hi. Can you please add link to these chips so I can buy the same one. I’m gonna try my luck with this fix. Thanks.

[@RetroTechCorner]

I got them from here: www.aliexpress.com/item/32404802880.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.83.31b21802MtCJfn The chip is RT8057GQW so it's probably better to try and find them at some well-known reseller/distributor. I think dig-key have them in stock..

[@eshadian1]

What happens when there is a short on the caps? Would you happen to know the values of them?

[@jbsk843]

Hi Retro tech Corner, I do not have any experience in electronics themselves but I am good at soldering. I tried to find a chip. I can only find one with 3 legs on one side and two on the other. Can I work with those? The ones in your video aren't available here.

[@MrAlien109]

Здравствуйте. Спасибо за видео. Если данный способ не помог, что можно ещё попробовать ? Кстати, в том месте, где вы проверяли 1.8v (6:30 time) у меня сначала тоже ничего там не было, но потом появилось 5 вольт. Сранно

[@geraldmego990]

I have a ps3 console with this issue i hope your video helps me 🙏🏽 buh can i get this chip from another console

[@edmundbennett1993]

How can I fix my ps3 slim gives error code when updating which do I need yo change the black chip or wifi/bluetooth chip?

[@manwlis99]

Hello!what if i have a short to ground on the 1.8 rail?Is the same chip the problem?

[@worroSfOretsevraH]

Hi. Do you know if LAN IC and bt/wifi card share the same power supply? (regulator) I have a super slim that has both wifi/controller and LAN intermittent problems. Sometimes the LAN works, sometimes the controller can connect wirelessly. Most of the times when I try to change something in the internet connection settings, the whole console freezes. Thank you.

[@ApproachingLightt]

My system's Bluetooth works for a little while and then completely stops, if I remove the power cable and plug it back in, then it works again for a short period, what can that possibly be

[@RetroTechCorner]

What version of the motherboard do you have? I think there's a thermistor that's "protecting" WiFi/BT chip so maybe it is faulty (or out of spec)? Do you also lose WiFi or just BT?

[@ApproachingLightt]

@@RetroTechCorner lost both wifi and bluetooth, searching for wifi networks doesnt finish the scanning process, how do i get my motherboard designation number

[@bigbuckoramma]

Do you have an update to this? This is exactly the behavior my PS3 slim had. In fact, for a while, if I put the console in front of the Air Conditioning, it would have BT functionality for about 2 minutes. Then it eventually stopped working altogether. And no amount of stupid user tricks seem to bring BT/WiFi back up. Could that issue also be related to this chip? And if not, where is this thermistor you speak of, and what should I be looking for in terms of failure mode?

[@edmundbennett1993]

My Ps3 wont update gives an error code 800 folowed by some other numers an letters ,an ketch wifi only wit lan cable an doesnt ketch wifi wirlessly wat do yu think is the problem do yu think its the same chip yu are replacing I need to change also on my Ps3 slim or is it the wifi which one do yu think sir?

[@highpingtek537]

how many degrees did you use to desolder I tried 300 350 400 and 450 degrees but it didn't come off, in the end I tore the chip to pieces with tweezers, unfortunately I removed and lost the first capacitor under the chip, do you know what function it had? the console still works

[@RetroTechCorner]

It depends on the hot air station. On my station 450C and 50% airflow is more than enough. I'd say stating with anything less than 400 makes no sense - the idea is to heat it up quickly. And you should never apply any force - the component should lift very easily when it's ready. As for the cap - it will work without the cap. I don't know exact value.

[@blazetownsend8785]

The board is notorious for taking the heat away. Sometimes applying some heat front under the board helps get to the temp you need.

[@elegoosaturnjupiterfrancen3792]

Hello and thank you for this video. I have a PS3 Slim and I'm stuck on the update with the error "8002F1F9", I'm located in France! I've never done it before but I'm going to try the repair thanks to your video! can you indicate the reference of the chip changed (or the link to buy it) and also the products you used. thank you for your answer.

[@edmundbennett1993]

Hey bro I ha e the same update error problem so did yu replace the chip an did it update after replacing a new chip,did it pass the error update code?

[@nerdabatosulweb]

Could you teoretically use a resistor on the output of the small chip so that it goes from 5.5 to 3 ?

[@RetroTechCorner]

No, I don't think it's a good idea. Voltage drop will depend on the current so it won't be "constant"

[@resilientembers8987]

Do you offer repair services? I’d like to get mines fixed by a professional. I’m having the same issues with wifi/BT. Thanks in advance

[@RetroTechCorner]

I do - yes. But I'm in Ireland and postage cost will most likely make it unfeasible and not cost effective. I'd suggest finding a repair shop that has good reputation and provides some sort of guarantee...

[@resilientembers8987]

I took it to a repair shop and was told the issue is the motherboard. They want to replace the entire mother board which is strange considering the console works perfect aside from wifi and bluetooth not working. Not sure if I want to proceed to be honest. The mother boards are scapped from PS3’s they’ve bought. Do you have a web page that lists your repair service pricing? Thanks in advance Edit: postage might be high but for job well done I’d say its worth it. Have alot of memories with this old thing. Don’t wish to lose the data if there’s a potential fix for this.

[@orori4028]

hello friend, where i can buy this component? Thank you

[@Vilapakki]

Just a quick question, the component you stated which should have 1.8v on both sides, I measured mine and I have 2.4v on both, any idea why?

[@RetroTechCorner]

Yep, I have 2.3 or 2.4 as well. I thought it's the Chinese chip that doesn't perform well but I ordered a few chips form reputable dealer (ie. mouser as far as I remember) and it exact same output... No idea why that is. I'll check original chip (if I have another working PS3). I use the console from time to time (and it's plugged in all the time so the chip is working all the time) and it's still OK after a few months after chip replacement (with 2.3 volts)

[@fouriguyGH]

Thanks for the video. Any chance I could send my ps3 to you for repair? I'm willing to cover shipping and all other costs

[@RedaxPL1]

Does anyone have an idea how to fix that problem on 2004B?

[@DennisTan-wu7yu]

What temperature are you using for the hotair?

[@RetroTechCorner]

450C, 70% airflow.

[@ecstasy_carnaticmusic7946]

Sir could you make videos on being a electronics expert

[@RetroTechCorner]

I could but it would take a few years to watch ;) Unfortunately it takes experience to be good at what you're doing - there are no shortcuts... Videos can help but you need to practice.

[@ecstasy_carnaticmusic7946]

@@RetroTechCorner thanks I am trying to learn robotics myself

[@lulkLogan]

Since this chip is prone to failure, do you think it would be a better idea to use a different step down converter to get 1.8v? If we're trying to protect our playstation long-term?

[@RetroTechCorner]

I don't see a problem as long as it has the same spec and is pin compatible. But I think the real problem is that this chip receives power (and thus "works") 24/7 (ie. even on standby). So if your PS3 was plugged to power for years - the chip (and supporting components) has been on for years... It seems to be a common failure so perhaps design issue...?

[@EricaJamila]

Were can i buy the chip?

[@RanaMJ007]

Hi, would you be able to fix this for me? Where are you located? I live in SYDNEY, Aus.

[@RetroTechCorner]

I'm on the other side of the Globe.

[@danyalsharaz7320]

​@@RetroTechCorner are you based in the uk

[@maxcraig3980]

Question - is there a straightforward way to permanently remove/disable WiFi functionality on a PS3?

[@RetroTechCorner]

One way is to remove either WiFi chip (not easy) or the chip in the video (no power to the WiFi chip so no WiFi - and it's easy). But you'd lose BT so probably not what you want. As for WiFi itself - just remove all saved networks and WiFi just won't connect to any networks

[@ting8670]

Hi, i saw ur video 2.3v. but i test mine 5v. is it my wifi module confirm blowed?

[@RetroTechCorner]

Most likely - yes...

[@MichaelZarateentdepression]

a mi me salio ese error y la reinicie muchas veces y nada pero no se si fue suerte saque el disco lo limpie bien y sirvio

[@arvsnacs422]

Hi i have a ps3 no power no light but the psu is ok. My ps3 is 2004b. I played before with this but after 2 months of not playing it doesnt turn on. This ps3 thermal paste is always replace by me. Any idea?

[@RetroTechCorner]

Measure voltage on all power rails, check for shorts. Check all fuses. Other than that - it's hard to guess without seeing the console.

[@HowYouKnowDrew]

Question, I’m getting wireless wifi connection. But, I’m not getting Bluetooth connection so I can’t turn in the ps3 with my controller and I don’t seem to get a Bluetooth connection if I unplug the PS3. What would this be?

[@RetroTechCorner]

I don't think these symptoms would suggest this fault. If the only thing you're missing is BT then I'd start from BT antenna and connector - check if the antenna cable is not broken and if the BT antenna connector is ok.

[@sergiomagno228]

Very good! 👏👍

[@MrAlien109]

Большое спасибо за подробный видео мануал

[@danyalsharaz7320]

Are you based in UK, If so can i send this to you to fix

[@RetroTechCorner]

Ireland. I don't think it's worth it as postage will be expensive. Plus customs etc...

[@danyalsharaz7320]

@@RetroTechCorner ah ok, thanks for the reply tho 😁😁

[@bokkibeatz55]

Good work bro keep up the good work video well explained we need more of this type of videos👏🏻

[@alancruz4023]

SALUDOS DESDE MEXICO

[@syva6271]

Спасибо!!!

[@davidborges7058]

Like!!!👍

[@scottdelvendiep1890]

Slow down dam man trying to keep up with ya

[@lopikss]

did you watch the video he goes over it great and at a decent pace if its to fast use 0.75x or 0.5x

[@johnnyward8937]

💐 ｐｒｏｍｏｓｍ

[@bokkibeatz55]

Nice video keep them coming can you do the ps3 3000 series also they are build different

[@RetroTechCorner]

Will do when I have one in the workshop.

[@markus3013]

@@RetroTechCorner Do you have already plans, when you're going to make it for PS3 3000? I've been looking for this for a long time...