>You are unsure which repair option to choose (you can email us a description of the fault and we can advise) >You would like a diagnosis before committing to a repair
If your unit has liquid/water damage, the inspection fee will instead be replaced by the liquid/motherboard damage assessment (£29.99). This acts as a non-refundable purchase as the unit will be stripped, go through our ultrasonic cleaner, dried out and have components tested.
The Gamer-Tech Service
>Free DPD delivery >Free DPD collection label. Pack the device yourself and drop off at a DPD pickup shop. Find your nearest shop here >Or DPD can come to your door with a secure box to package the device for you for £14.99 >Online tracking to keep you up to date and regular status email updates >Quality repairs from very experienced technicians >90 day warranty for your piece of mind
Delivery policy
DPD collection and deliveries with award winning tracking.
Return policy
Free returns for 7 days after you receive your repaired device to ensure you are happy with the work
Once we receive the PS3 we will test out and diagnose the fault. We will then email you and explain what we have found and the price for repair.
This inspection charge is deducted from the repair price making it free if you go ahead with a repair.
If you didn't want us to carry out the repair there is no further charge and we will return the Playstation 3 Original to you. You only pay for the repair once we have completed the repair and tested it.
What causes the PS3 No Power fault?
The internal Power Supply Units or PSU have a thermal cut off switch in them that can become faulty and too sensitive so they cut off during normal use. We have...
You may be experiencing one or more of the following faults:
PS3 tries to turn on, the power light goes green, then flickers yellow and then leaves a red light flashing - YLOD Blotches and strange...
Common Console Motherboard Repairs
There are various repairs that we carry out to console motherboards. The main repairs we do are flex cable connectors on Nintendo DS console after unsuccessful...
What causes the PS3 HDMI fault?
The most common reason we hear is that the PS3 has been dropped or knocked while plugged in. This causes the HDMI cable to yank out and physically damage the port....
What causes the PS3 drive mechanism fault?
The main reason we see Playstation 3 with drive faults coming in are caused by accidental damage. If any pressure is put on the PS3 console where the disc...
What causes the PS3 WiFi fault?
PS3 consoles have a WiFi antenna that sits just inside the front of the case. Any pressure on the case of the console could damage the antenna.
Sometimes, but...
What causes the Playstation hard drive faults?
Due to the technology of hard drives (HDD) and software they can unfortunately fail. Bad updates and/or problems with game saves can cause issues....
What causes the PS3 laser fault?
The laser diode in all consoles, not just the fat original PS3 naturally deteriorates to the point that they no longer read discs. The strength and focus of the...
What causes liquid or physical motherboard damage?
As you can imagine, the main cause of liquid damaged is an accidental spill, flooding or being caught out in the rain. The liquid can cause a...
What causes the PS3 hard drive faults?
Due to the technology of hard drives (HDD) and software they can unfortunately fail. Bad updates can cause issues as can problems with game saves. Sometimes a...
Although your repair should last for a very long time, you can ensure it is covered for longer by us by purchasing our extended warranty. We follow the original manufacturers warranty policies...
What causes the Playstation hard drive faults?
Due to the technology of hard drives (HDD) and software they can unfortunately fail. Bad updates and/or problems with game saves can cause issues....
What causes the PS3 Original firmware faults?
Due to the technology of hard drives (HDD) and software they can unfortunately fail. Bad updates can cause issues as can problems with game saves....
>You are unsure which repair option to choose (you can email us a description of the fault and we can advise) >You would like a diagnosis before committing to a repair
If your unit has liquid/water damage, the inspection fee will instead be replaced by the liquid/motherboard damage assessment (£29.99). This acts as a non-refundable purchase as the unit will be stripped, go through our ultrasonic cleaner, dried out and have components tested.
The Gamer-Tech Service
>Free DPD delivery >Free DPD collection label. Pack the device yourself and drop off at a DPD pickup shop. Find your nearest shop here >Or DPD can come to your door with a secure box to package the device for you for £14.99 >Online tracking to keep you up to date and regular status email updates >Quality repairs from very experienced technicians >90 day warranty for your piece of mind
