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Sony Interactive Entertainment / PlayStation Vita (PCH-1000 OLED)

PlayStation Vita (PCH-1000 OLED) Overheating & Shutting Down

25 mins medium verified

Symptoms

  • - Fan spinning at maximum speed making high noise
  • - System suddenly shuts down mid-game with a flashing indicator light
  • - Warning message displayed on-screen about system thermal limits

Common Causes

  • - Dust buildup blocking the heatsink and air intake vents
  • - Playing in an enclosed cabinet or cramped area with poor air circulation
  • - Thermal paste dry-out on the main APU or SoC processor chip

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