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A television game console produced by Sony Computer Entertainment, also known as PS4. First announced February 20, 2013 and released November 15, 2013.

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PS4 Shutting down after a few minutes

About a week ago my PS4 randomly shut off while playing. It has never happened before. After that it only stays on for a couple minutes once I start a game. It seems to stay longer if I just stay on the home screen but still shuts off on it's own.

I have done a lot of searching and have tried most the recommended fixes. I have done a full reinitialization. I have tried other power outlets, both with and without surge protectors. I even replaced the fan. My next step is to replace the power supply but at this point I feel like I want to just sell it and buy a new one. Based on the issues, is the power supply the likely culprit? Are there any other potential fixes I can try? Thank you very much.

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i would say it is most likely a thermal timeout.

Open the device, Clean everything out, and apply new thermal Paste

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I applied new thermal paste when I replaced the fan as well.

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ah, well in that case, my store's trial and error porcess would make the next step trying to replace the power supply. however, as a consumer standard, you could definitely put the money towards getting a new model.

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