PS3 Won't Turn On: Troubleshooting Checklist (Need More Info)

To diagnose your PS3, I need details. Please tell me:

• What exactly happens when you press power?
  • No light, no sound, nothing?
  • Red standby light → green → beep → red blinking (YLOD)?
  • Green light, fan spins, but no video?
  • Beep pattern (1 beep, 2 beeps, 3 beeps)?
• What have you tried?
  • Different power outlet / power strip?
  • Unplugged power cord for 2+ minutes (capacitor drain)?
  • Different power cable (standard C13/IEC)?
• Physical history: Dropped? Liquid spill? Power surge? Opened for cleaning/repaste?
• Model & Age: Fat (CECHA–CECHK), Slim (CECH-2000/2100/2500/3000), Super Slim (CECH-4000/4200/4300). Purchase year?

Quick Tests While You Reply

1. Hold power button 10+ seconds → full shutdown. Wait 30s. Press again.
2. Try Safe Mode: Hold power until two beeps (≈7 sec). If menu appears → video/software issue.
3. If Fat model: Try composite (AV) cable instead of HDMI—bypasses HDMI encoder.

Reply with the above details and I'll give targeted next steps.