PS4 CUH 1215A Thermal Paste and Complete Internal Clean Up

The Guide I followed:
www.ifixit.com/Guide/PlayStat...

[@user-ey2zz2db8u]

I've gone through dozens of videos for this and they all skipped over important things I needed. Yours was thorough and detailed, thank you soo much!

[@apelikescheese7641]

Thank you for this guide. Normally other videos show them stripping the whole ps4 or they don’t even put it back together, you did everything very good, I will share with my friends who need it!

[@simondasari]

I usually do not write comments but for this video, I had to. First, I have to say thank you very very much for the video as it helped a lot in my case. Therefore, here is my experience. My PS4 is 4+ years old (CUH-1208b) and it has been making loud noises no matter whatever game I play and It was very annoying because of this I had to stop gaming. My warrant was long gone and I did not wanted to get it fixed in a local shop so decided to take the risk to fix it myself so I followed your video and it was a success for me. Now I can hardly hear any noise even on lengthy game session. I do hear a very little noise on some games but I guess that is common. It almost took me 5+ hours to finish this process, as I did not wanted to rush or mess up anything so I took my time and finally succeeded. I used Iso propyl alcohol to clean the fan and other plastic materials and the thermal paste I used is Noctua NT-H1 Thermal Compound. Thank you very much.

[@6double6.]

I bought a new fan and thermal paste and starting mentally preparing for hours of struggle taking it all apart like everyone else says you have to do but now I'm ready. This kid knows what he's doing😂

[@6double6.]

In the process right now finishing and putting it all back together. But, you never showed where that weird grounding peice that falls out easy goes soooo, hope I don't need it

[@868miguel]

Bro this is me right now 😂

[@AAI30]

www.ifixit.com/Guide/PlayStation+4+CUH-1200+Entire+Console+Disassembly/52475 Please refer step 20, it shows where it goes.

[@harukashazuki7230]

Ong finally som1 with the same ps4 lmao

[@arnavudupa3655]

Ikr everyone has the one woth the shiny hard drive cover thingie

[@TekniquexD]

Hey! I know you have uploaded this video over 2 years ago but I just wanted to thank you. Your instructions were clear, I admit I was very nervous but I was able to do it correctly. I changed the thermal paste using arctic MX-4 thermal paste as you did and I cleaned the heatsink because there was so much dust inside. Thanks again.

[@AmirPrinceling]

Thank you so much for this guide, I was so nervous about replacing the thermal paste but you really made it much easier. Just turned on my PS4 and it's running smoothly and without issue, thanks to you.

[@fernandom5214]

Really freaking good video dude, I've been trying to play god of war on my ps4 for awhile but i couldn't get into it because of how loud my ps4 was, but now after the ps4 clean up and new thermal paste my ps4 is quiet more than ever, before it was a freaking jet taking off.

[@richardarias5725]

Did exactly what you did and everything came out great thanks bro

[@oss04]

Nice tutorial! Before my Ps4 was a jet, thanks to your video now it's a tombstone

[@joshualopez3255]

Thanks for the vid dude. My PS4 is dead silent now. Huge improvement

[@Ishanzeus]

Thanks bud ,now I can play modern warfare without overheating issue and no fan noise

[@jonnylemieux2461]

Wow that printed paper helped so much man, I give as many thanks as I can.

[@AAI30]

Glad you found it helpful.

[@rafehsohail228]

Very useful video i really liked it and u explained it quite well

[@idomtevenkmows]

I thank you for this video as my PS4 hasn’t been working so I tried the thermal paste and it worked out great!

[@AAI30]

Thank you for your comment. Means a lot😀. Consider subscribing and giving a 👍🏻

[@martincamarena9478]

Miles Latham it isn’t gross dude, in my personal experience, thermal grizzly ultra paste in the bulk container has the best taste.

[@vinitchuz]

Thanks for the video. I have the same ps4 version as you, gonna try to clean it tomorrow. Wish me luck!!!

[@CushtyMiguel]

Good video! Mine runs almost silent now compared to the vacuum cleaner sound I had before. I subscribed to say thanks!

[@Swiperk]

Was yours overheating?

[@elderrupp]

Wonderful video- PS4 works great now! Thank you!

[@mikehandsome]

your guide helped A LOT - thank you! I forgot to reconnect the little bluettoth cable (under the power supply) though and got laggy controller - but fixed it :) I am amazed how my connsole got quiet even while playing Black Ops COld War :D

[@futurepresident8905]

You helped me a lot with this video. Thank you so much :)

[@AAI30]

No problem :)

[@mrtoxic3819]

@@AAI30 hi do you know what exact thermal pads to buy?

[@ryanwatson382]

Thanks so much dude, amazing video and I’m so happy you have the same ps4 as me hahaha

[@21SyCo]

Thank you so much for the video!!!! I don’t have to put ice bags on my PS4 anymore

[@abdogmalmahmod1407]

Thanks pro prother your video is verry Useful, keep going creative 🥰😘😍

[@joaoop6227]

my ps4 is so quiet now, thanks for the video :D

[@yavedzghosh4021]

I want to ask you if it's a risk to change the thermal past like they says

[@AAI30]

Not really. If you follow each step carefully and take your time, there is nothing to worry about.

[@jerryyang811]

Good job man!

[@esto_loves_money]

Thank you this really help alot

[@kushfungus5650]

My ps4 is now silent as a mouse now thank you💞💞💞

[@massiveexss2346]

Thanks for ur help my ps4 is finally quiet. 👍

[@imzavi-]

Tried it and it worked, have 4 extra screws now 😬 but thanks my ps4 sounds like a normal one

[@PsychoticProfessor_]

Lmao I got one extra left over. No idea where it goes

[@BBlueGames]

If screws are left over that means you did great

[@ghost-hb6vz]

Thank you for this guide i have a problem where when i start a game the heat builds up and the ps4 shuts down i checked the thermal paste and it almost non existent i didn't know how to replace the thermal paste but thanks to your guide i might be able to do it now i feel more confident thank you

[@leightonrud66]

Great vid mate, easy to follow and nice shortcut, saves taking unnecessary parts out, which other people don't do. Hard to find a tutorial for this specific model ps4 so thanks again! Also what fan would I need to get if I need a replacement for this specific model?

[@AAI30]

Thank you. I believe the replacement fan part number is “KSB0912HE”

[@PhonesAreDumb]

Good job genius on not telling us which tool sizes you used, or not showing us what you unscrewed.

[@syngoz6324]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Tuahid]

Starts up PS4: *Welcome to Sony Airlines*

[@Wigglez69]

This helped me fix my jet engine edition PS4

[@TomAJ-ot1zo]

Thanks a lot mate! Worked well, although you forgot to smear the thermal paste.

[@jp8612]

You don’t have to but watching how he put the thermal paste scares me

[@jtocci4]

how should you apply thermal paste? thinking about trying this cause my ps4 is a jet engine

[@hunter6431]

super helpful I have the same computer

[@nameless919penasse8]

I dont know what that flat metal sheet is on top of the power supply but one of the screws didnt screw in so it got stuck. I put it back together without the sheet but idk if it was important

[@IxBamxV]

Bro thank you

[@urmotherslover420]

Thank you

[@xrayreadytokill9719]

i smacked my ps4 where the apu is with all the covers on. Do i need a reball or Can i get a new power supply plz reply quickly?

[@danielruvalcaba7488]

How did you pull out the power supply cable so easily I’m following along with the video and mines so hard to get out

[@ajperezjr9187]

How did you?

[@AAI30]

You can use a small plier and grip the connector and pull gently up. I have removed the power supply before, that’s why it was easier to remove

[@pekoraisjustice]

Idk if you still reply, how does wifi antenna go back? With a click or do i need some kind of thing to but that back?

[@briannamendoza9462]

Umm does it have to be thermal paste or can it be thermal grease ? I ordered the fan on amazon and it was suppose to come with the thermal paste but they gave me thermal grease instead....

[@Josh0639]

the first cable you said to take off, idk how! im pulling really hard and in afraid ill break it, i wiggled it around and it still didnt come off :((

[@marcohernandez7966]

i had a quick question about one of the screws that looks backwards holding the motherboard down? how do I remove that one?

[@marcohernandez7966]

the screw on the left back corner near your left hand.. and great video btw, you are 1 in a million with the same type of ps4 as me lol

[@tonymuniz4160]

So do I need the thermal pads for it not to overheat? Or can I just put thermal paste and it will work fine.

[@lil38GOINGUP]

Idk

[@mw3infectedaddict]

I’m cleaning my PS4 in a few days using this method it looks good to follow, how are the wires they’re the only thing I’m nervous to do, do you need to apply a lot of pressure to them to unclip them?

[@AAI30]

Not really. Just be gentle and take your time.

[@mw3infectedaddict]

AAI30 alright thankyou

[@mw3infectedaddict]

So I’ve finished cleaning it and I broke one of the blu ray cables and I can’t run any disc games however can I still run games fine if I’ve bought them off the psn store, overall your video was a great help thanks so much

[@AAI30]

I am sure you can find replacements on the Internet.

[@BlackBBQChicken1998]

@@AAI30 especially in eBay

[@jackmango4506]

15:55 Im just leaving this time stamp here to pick up where I left off. Because I chose to do this at Midnight 😓😴

[@pimpstatuz1995]

I just replaced my thermal paste on my ps4 its really quiet now but when i play games online it lags and freezes all the time is there any idea what it could be? Thank you

[@AAI30]

Thank you for your comment. Is it only online games? If so it may be your WiFi connection. I haven’t experienced this issue, so I highly doubt you have damaged any internals.

[@berzerker2378]

Its ur wifi

[@DravTV]

I don’t think it’s the WiFi is there a connector wire inside the the ps4 which allows WiFi to reach the cpu because mines kinda do the same thing no cap

[@DravTV]

@AAI30

[@GoldBloodedv]

my ps4 is broken bcos i pulled out the psu cable and then it ripped off from the motherboard and now it won't turn on. 1206a ps4

[@MindsetDSF]

So I’ve done this to a few PS4’s and worked like a charm. Did one yesterday and now the control won’t connect. Checked the antenna, tried different cables, replaced the antenna from my old console and still nothing. Any ideas?

[@AAI30]

Did you try repairing the controller? Connect the controller via the usb cable and press the PS button.

[@MindsetDSF]

@@AAI30 Yeah. Tried different cables, different controls. Replaced the antenna completely and still nothing. Works in safe mode but won’t get past initialization screen.

[@cheesecake3d]

any tips for the psu cable mine is really strong im trying to get it out gently but its not coming out should is it ok to pull on the black cable?

[@AAI30]

It is not recommended to remove the cable by the wires. Try holding the plastic bit from both sides and gently rock it left and right upwards. It’s should eventually come off.

[@TaariqSiddik]

Gonna attempt this once my materials arrive. What did you use to clean off the thermal paste?

[@AAI30]

I used some alcohol pads. You can even use isopropyl alcohol but make sure it’s a high concentration.

[@TaariqSiddik]

@@AAI30 Thank you. Would this work ?www.amazon.co.uk/ZEISS-Lens-Wipes-Pack-200/dp/B00IKGH2TI/ref=sr_1_5?crid=17MDKJTINL275&dchild=1&keywords=zeiss+lens+wipes+-+pack+of+200&qid=1604235689&sprefix=zeiss%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-5

[@AAI30]

No. It Does contain water which can cause problems. So I recommend something like this www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B085FT7VGL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_btf_t1_LjRNFb80PVG21

[@kennethpascua2329]

I’m having a hardtime to remove the port on power supply is there easy way to remove it? It was kinda hard to unplug even I use twizzer

[@868miguel]

Tbh i just pulled it with my fingers lol. I said fuck it 😂

[@lannblade]

Very good tutorial! can you send me a link of that page you used for the screws? thanks!

[@AAI30]

www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/253936/New+USA+Model+CUH-1215A+teardown

[@brandonmedina5405]

Hey so I followed the video, I lost s thermal pad and didnt replace the thermal paste and now my ps4 doesnt work. I turn on the ps4, the fan goes super loud, then the whole thing turns off and beeps 3 times. Any help?

[@AAI30]

Did this happen right after you took your PS4 apart? Or after sometime?

[@brandonmedina5405]

@@AAI30 yes it happened right after I assembled it

[@AAI30]

I would recommend checking all the cables and if they are properly connected Also check if the hard disk contacts are cleaned and is properly inserted.

[@brandonmedina5405]

@@AAI30 thank you for the help, you have officially earned one more subscription

[@shashankj1646]

One of my thermal pads popped off when I removed the steel casing. Is it okay to use my ps4 without one thermal pad?

[@AAI30]

I don’t recommend you do so as they help your RAM to stay cool. If you have the thermal pad which came off, it’s best to reuse it rather than nothing.

[@shashankj1646]

@@AAI30 I lost that thermal pad. Can I use a lil bit of thermal paste instead of the pad?

[@ajaime541]

Is it on if u lose one tiny black screw and it goes in the ps4?

[@AAI30]

It should switch on

[@shizadesu]

ran through the whole thing and my ps4 runs quietly now, with the caveat of my disk drive not working. oh well i guess

[@BeastModeBeau]

What does thermal paste do to the motherboard?

[@AAI30]

It helps transfer heat from the CPU to the heatsink. Therefore it helps keep your PS4 cooler which is essential for performance.

[@mm_bnf]

One question and pls reply quickly do you have to remove the power supply in order to remove the motherboard

[@AAI30]

Unfortunately you have to as there are important cables to be removed.

[@mm_bnf]

@@AAI30 my motherboard fell on the table i hope nothing happends

[@aymankarroum4032]

DeKa Darcklor_D did anything happen?

[@mm_bnf]

@@aymankarroum4032 no thankfully

[@professor9780]

When I turned on my PS4 on Wednesday morning, I got to the PS4 logo then after that it turned into a dark blue/light black screen with my PS4 emitting a blinking blue light. I've searched for hours but haven't got anything yet. My ps4 is the original version model CUH-1215A. Have you guys got any idea what happened to my ps4?

[@AAI30]

I believe this refers to the blue light of death.

[@professor9780]

@@AAI30 do you know any possible issues on why?

[@AAI30]

Unfortunately no sorry. Try researching more about it online.

[@keepcalm3290]

Did u ever fix it ?

[@michaelflores7958]

so hey i didn't have any artic mx 4 near by and i saw that this best buy had thermal paste TM30 from Corsair and it worked for like an hr yesterday today i wake up and the ps4 says that it's too hot. the fan doesn't sound like a jet plus it's pretty low sounding but yes it does make noise. um anything you can tell me?

[@AAI30]

The thermal paste you have used is fine. The only problem i can think of is if you have added too much or too little thermal paste.

[@michaelflores7958]

@@AAI30 I probably added too much? Bc It did look like I added a lot when I opened it up this morning. Thanks for responding. Btw best video ever. 😂😂

[@michaelflores7958]

So hey I added less twice I thought the last one was good. But umm ig not 🤷. Can you help me more? It keeps overheating do you have like discord or something?

[@AAI30]

Did you place all the thermal pads back on the RAM.

[@michaelflores7958]

@@AAI30 yes? I never took them off?

[@jeanpaulkaylor6240]

hello, i dont know if you are still replying but i did you tutorial and everything is working fine but i have a question, i put the exact same amount of paste in the exact same way you did and i was wondering isnt it too much? when you opened your ps4 again, was it a mess in there?

[@AAI30]

My PS4 is still running great and I’ve had no problems. I have not opened it up since then.

[@jeanpaulkaylor6240]

@@AAI30 bro you surely are very dedicated on helping people out thats amazing, props to you, cheers from Costa Rica!

[@cris83114]

where do i but this paste

[@dontqelo9308]

I have a question i can wait till its answered so no rush but at 1:53 how did you manage to pull it off gently? I tried then i used a little force still wouldnt come off, anymore force and it wouldve ripped

[@AAI30]

I held the wire part and gently rocked it left and right. It eventually came off.

[@dontqelo9308]

@@AAI30 thanks i got already but one other question i accidently got thermal paste (dry) on my finger so i washed it with water and soap then used toothpaste and rinsed my hand then i used hand sanitizer 2 times should i be ok?

[@AAI30]

You don’t have to worry. Thermal paste isn’t corrosive or harmful.

[@dontqelo9308]

@@AAI30 thanks a bunch

[@ffukk]

14:15 those little squares that go around the oval thing, i kind of lost 1, is that a problem?

[@AAI30]

Could you be a bit more specific. I’m not sure what part you’re talking about

[@ffukk]

AAI30 i did some research and i believe they’re called thermal pads, i lost 2 actually, is that why my fan is loud other than the paste

[@AAI30]

Yes your RAM is getting hot since the thermal pads are missing. I suggest you replace them if you don’t want to fry them

[@waggamonster2263]

is it possible to apply thermal paste without removing the back and the power supply and just the front?

[@AAI30]

Unfortunately no because you need to remove the entire motherboard from the PS4 to change the thermal paste. There are cables under the power supply which need to be removed to do so.

[@waggamonster2263]

@@AAI30 thanks will do it now

[@waggamonster2263]

bro thanks i did it and my ps4 is so quiet now

[@KelPlus_]

With this model how do we clean the heat sink

[@AAI30]

I used isopropyl alcohol pads which is safe

[@farhansubi417]

Hey man. Thank you so much for the video. I followed your instructions to the bone but unfortunately, the issue still persists. The noise is so loud and people around me get irritated to it. Any idea what else I could do to fix it? 😅

[@AAI30]

Hi What brand of thermal paste did you use, and did you apply enough Also did you put back the little thermal pads? Another area to check is if have you tighten the heat sink clamp well? I hope this helps.

[@farhansubi417]

@@AAI30 Thanks for the reply, mate. I used Cooler Master Mastergel Regular. I didn't touch the thermal pads as you've mentioned in the video. I'll check the heatsink clamp again and update you. AGain, thank you so much for the reply!

[@farhansubi417]

@@AAI30 Hi mate. I just wanted to let you know that I have had no luck with it. I tightened the clamp as much as I could but no dice. :(

[@Giga2Bahamut]

i took out the 2 torxs, but its so hard to lift the cover...any advice? nd yes, this is the model. Im doing this literally right now

[@AAI30]

Is this the top or bottom cover?

[@Giga2Bahamut]

@@AAI30 is ok, I managed to do everything and the noise stopped. But now, I have a new problem. Discs won't go in! 😭😭😭

[@AAI30]

I would recheck all the ribbon cable connections under the power supply.

[@Giga2Bahamut]

@@AAI30 perfect, I will try it tomorrow. I let you know. Thanks man

[@loaybbs4331]

What screw ur using T8 or T9 ??

[@spiky724]

T9, that's what i've been using

[@spongebob_boiii6594]

hey when i took off the motherboard there was a little black cable coming from where the blue ray tapes were? i don’t know if it broke off please help

[@AAI30]

That is the WiFi antenna cable and it plugs in next to the power supply white plug.

[@spongebob_boiii6594]

AAI30 do you have anything i can message you on i really need help?

[@spongebob_boiii6594]

discord? instagram??

[@AAI30]

Where about do you need help on?

[@spongebob_boiii6594]

AAI30 putting the motherboard back in and the plug that’s coming from the blue ray strips i can’t put it back in, and there’s 3 wires coming from the fan and i can’t take out the motherboard because i’m scared it’ll break them, can i message on anything else?

[@matthewlopez8212]

Lol can you help me pllzzz so basically before my ps4 would over heat and my controllers were fine but then now I took apart my ps4 n I cleaned the fan and everything else then I put it all together then when I was done I started playing call of duty and every time I played I experience extreme delay like crazy delay when I played with my controllers can you help me cause idk if I did something to my ps4 when I took it apart or if it’s just my controllers

[@AAI30]

Is the entire PS4 lagging? For example in the home screen, when you scroll left and right is it laggy? Have you tried using another controller? Try restarting your PS4 a couple of times and/or turn it off and disconnect power for awhile.

[@AAI30]

Also try plugging in your controller to the PS4 and check if it still lags. If not you may have not connected the antenna cable inside the PS4, under the power supply or your controllers have a problem 🤷🏻‍♂️.

[@matthewlopez8212]

AAI30 noooo I’ve tried it with both of my controllers and it lag delays really bad but I think it might be the WiFi/Bluetooth antenna but im not sureee

[@matthewlopez8212]

AAI30 lol wait you might be right cuz I don’t remember doing that ima check thx for telling me that tho😂

[@matthewlopez8212]

AAI30 yo thank you I just went back and opened the ps4 n that’s what the problem was thank you:)))

[@jacobrobert5815]

My PS4 overheating even tho I still cleaned it up spotless clean 😟

[@yavedzghosh4021]

1:53 my power supply wireless is very hard to pull out any advices to help pull it out

[@AAI30]

Do you mean wires?

[@yavedzghosh4021]

@@AAI30 yup

[@yavedzghosh4021]

What is the best way

[@AAI30]

I would recommend being gentle because it is know to break off. Hold the connector on either side and gently pull it out.

[@FirstNameLastName-nm5fl]

Your camera cut out at the exact moment that you put the aluminum f1 plate back, how did you manage to put the small metal plate back, it won’t fit

[@FirstNameLastName-nm5fl]

It has a small number 4 on it and it won’t fit back in I really need your help

[@AAI30]

Sorry for the delay in replying. May I know if it’s the tiny metal plate on top of the heat pipes? Which I installed at 12:45 time lapse (Which in the video was slightly rusted) Or is it the big metal top?

[@FirstNameLastName-nm5fl]

AAI30 no it’s the grounding plate installed at 18:09 right before the camera dies.

[@FirstNameLastName-nm5fl]

AAI30 please I need your help where did you put the small metal square. You can see it at 18:08 with your screws, you have 2 long screws for the ground plate, and 3 f8 screws for the power supply. Then there is a sixth piece that is like a small square, what do I do with this???

[@FirstNameLastName-nm5fl]

AAI30 I solved it, it goes under the black plastic piece on the top

[@zuluffy7082]

I tried it and it works but my new problem now is the ejecting disc is not working since i tried your tutorial i cant eject or put disc on my ps4..plss help

[@AAI30]

Did you properly connect all the cables? Check the connection at the bottom of the power supply.

[@spiky724]

You should be able to eject discs with the PS4 controller

[@harukashazuki7230]

Ive had my ps4 or 6 years so its about time i put new thermal paste lol bc its been overheating super bad even though i took it apart like you did a week ago and cleaned it it overheats right when i start up yt lol

[@TheManOfMuscle]

@How Not To By supposed to heat up, do you mean the top of the ps4? And what's the warm air you're talking about? The only warm air I know is the stuff that's coming out the back, but I thought it was supposed to do that.

[@TheManOfMuscle]

@How Not To Mine's a regular ps4, I replaced the fan but didn't do anything to the thermal paste. The system is so quiet now I can barely hear the fan anymore and it doesn't give me the overheating message or shut down anymore. So that's good. But the top cover is pretty warm. The fan and heatsink must be doing their job since I can feel the hot air being blown out the back, but is it okay even though the top cover is hot? Fan is quiet. Or should I have applied new thermal paste?

[@TheManOfMuscle]

@How Not To That's good to know. Perhaps it still has some paste left even though it's almost 4 years old. It wasn't perfect but it was still a little wet as far as I could tell. I added an external fan for safe measure, it seems to keep the system a little cooler. If I ever get the overheating message and shutdown, I'll replace the thermal paste. Or I'll do it if I'm bored. Just replaced the fan and I don't wanna tear it all down again.

[@TheManOfMuscle]

@How Not To Is it safe to assume the ps4 will display an error message if the paste goes bad and shutdown automatically before it causes damage to the apu? I know it has built in safety if the fan goes out so I assume it's the same case for the thermal paste as well since it all depends on the temperature?

[@TheManOfMuscle]

@How Not To So I guess I should replace the thermal paste then. Although I don't think the external fans I use are damaging the system at all, they're pretty powerful and keep the system cool. I was using these fans till now as a replacement since the internal fan in the ps4 died 3 months ago. They bring in a lot of cold air from the right side of the ps4 where the intake vent is. They're much more powerful (two 12v dc fans) than the ps4's fan, all I did was aim one where the ps4's fan is supposed to be in the front and the other towards the heatsink, both about an inch away from the ps4. It's concentrated air maybe that's why I had absolutely no issue for three months other than the sound they make. Normal blower fans wont do it. I'd say this whole setup kept the ps4 even cooler than the actual fan inside it. Hot air was being expelled out the rear in great force. But then again, this was before I took it apart so the thermal paste was intact. I also had the ps4 raised on a stand for better airflow underneath. Either way it was a fun temporary solution till the original replacement fan arrived which I installed a day ago. Now I just keep the external fans for safe measure since they do bring in the cool air. I don't see why I should remove them seeing they kept the system cool when it had a broken internal fan. So they definitely do something on my cuh 1215a model. Either way, once I replaced the broken fan, it doesn't overheat or shut down anymore so that's a win. Hot air still goes out the exhaust. I'll keep the thermal paste in mind though. It is getting pretty old, but ps5's just around the corner.

[@mu3tazpro800]

I konw video after 1 year ago but what you use 1:23

[@AAI30]

Please refer this. www.ifixit.com/Guide/PlayStation+4+CUH-1200+Entire+Console+Disassembly/52475

[@JustShredded]

you should do a pea-sized amount of thermal paste never the X as that will be too thick thus residue will go off the APU causing for overheating issues rather than a cooling solution. Either do a pea or rice size amount.

[@ordinarycomment3346]

JustShredded should I put some on the heat sink

[@AAI30]

No. Like JustShredded mentioned, only put a pea-sized amount of thermal paste on the CPU only.

[@ordinarycomment3346]

AAI30 oh ok

[@GTDGAMINGTILLDEATH]

You from New Delhi, India?

[@AAI30]

No

[@dedtiekjock6321]

at 5:47 when u remove that black plastic cover, underneath there is a small metal thing with a hole on the motherboard. On my ps4 there is a screw in that hole screwed in from the other side so i cant remove the motherboard. Do u know how i can remove this. thanks

[@AAI30]

You need to remove the power supply at the underside of the PS4. It is where there is a metal shield with 2 screws. Watch the beginning of the video to further understand. At 1:28

[@darwinpolio1721]

What screws did u use for 15:40 help plz !!

[@AAI30]

Please refer www.ifixit.com/Guide/PlayStation+4+CUH-1200+Entire+Console+Disassembly/52475 STEP 14. Hope this helps

[@darwinpolio1721]

AAI30 Did u put the medium size gray screw or different one at that time

[@darwinpolio1721]

AAI30 where do all the tiny grey screws go ??

[@JJ15Games]

15:45

[@mrtoxic3819]

How long until we can turn the ps4 on??

[@AAI30]

You can turn it on soon after you have finished.

[@mrtoxic3819]

@@AAI30 ok thx 👍

[@Areeb777]

Which thermal paste?

[@AAI30]

I used Arctic MX-4 thermal paste.

[@jakehibberd9122]

done mine tricky job you have to get right amount themel paste

[@ffukk]

do you let the thermal paste dry?

[@AAI30]

No. It shouldn’t be dry

[@ffukk]

AAI30 alright thx

[@smolraccoon2651]

Does the thermal paste hv to be arctic silver 5?

[@AAI30]

No. You can use any non conducive thermal paste. Just make sure it’s good quality.

[@smolraccoon2651]

AAI30 what do u mean by non conductive

[@AAI30]

You sometimes get conductive thermal paste which can be dangerous for the chips

[@smolraccoon2651]

AAI30 i hv ordered thermal paste ehich says cooling thermal grease 30g-a portable thermal paste pc fir CPU high thermal conductivity durable thermal paste for pc

[@smolraccoon2651]

AAI30 so can i use it

[@Artremas]

This was pretty simple to do and yet somehow when I put it all back together, the fan didn't work and the discs no longer read. I must have broken one of the wires -_-

[@AAI30]

Did you double check if you connected the cables properly

[@Artremas]

AAI30 I have, apparently there was something stuck inside the fan, and the disc problem occurred because I forgot to push the clip holding the wire under the power bank down.

[@Boro87]

I got 2 little silver crossscrew left 😅

[@architjain923]

Can't remove my power supply, too hard

[@AAI30]

Keep lifting it evenly from both sides. It should eventually come off.

[@lannblade]

Are you sure that's the right amount of thermal paste? Seems too much imo

[@marcoboij]

It was to much yeah

[@ACIDDD]

This worked but now my wireless controllers don't work

[@AAI30]

Did you refit the antenna cable in 2:53 ?

[@HeyLookItsThatGuy]

Scared asf to do this

[@pekoraisjustice]

You're not alone

[@sungasunga9301]

Dude seriously get better lighting I can barely see