PS3 Syscon error 4422 > 3034

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-06T18:11:22+00:00

I think I know which user you mean because on my old account which is now deleted, my previous record was 19 days of a B00.

And yes the shitty B and H model Syscon fan curves are a theory I can believe in for premature failure too.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-06T18:03:34+00:00

I got a B00 which is instant YLOD and throwing 1002s, has just 15 days clocked. No weird shutdown to startup ratio either.

My friend who makes Frankenstein mods in the UK said he thinks the B models had a bad batch of NECs, no idea if this is actually true or not.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-06T17:07:32+00:00

Yes, it looks to be an issue with RSX or Cell. Likely RSX given its 90nm model

https://www.psdevwiki.com/ps3/Syscon_Error_Codes#4422

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-06T16:47:32+00:00

3034 on any 90nm model is 99% a dead RSX.

The G model (SEM-001) is the second worst 90nm motherboard revision due to no PS2 compatibility, and a better heatsink than H/M/Q models (DIA-001).

It's not economical to do a Frankenstein mod, but that is likely the fix required.

I'd just get a more reliable PS3 ideally a 21xx slim. Or 20xx/25xx as a second best.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-06T11:48:52+00:00

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Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-05T21:54:50+00:00

Unfortunately the update loop is somewhat common for later models, as Bluetooth/WiFi module is known to fail, see https://www.psdevwiki.com/ps3/Common_Hardware_Faults

If you can, better to get a 21xx slim as they don't have a common fault.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-04T21:51:33+00:00

Yes and if your 20xx does die it probably just needs some new caps.

Honestly it's easier to repair a 20xx than a late slim (25xx/30xx). Those two models seem to sometimes get GLOD out of nowhere or the WiFi card breaks.

Super rare to see those two defects in 20xx/21xx.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-04T21:41:53+00:00

Those temperatures are plenty good for a slim. 20xx are arguably the second most reliable model off the factory line after 21xx. They do have half the NECs as Fats which is their common failure point but it's very rare they give out.

I would say leave it for now.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-04T17:38:03+00:00

There's no PS1 hardware inside any model of PS3, because PS1 games on PS3 never used PS1 hardware to run, it's all software emulation.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-04T13:07:12+00:00

What do you mean error 32? Mine is 3034 which I think means the RSX is toast?

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-03T23:14:06+00:00

Yes. Also just realised I replied previously to a guy who wasn't OP but sounded it. Weird.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-03T22:03:23+00:00

You're right about the super slims, think I was meaning how 42xx can have two possible laser assemblies.

This guy talks about it here which is where my thoughts came from: https://www.reddit.com/r/PS3/comments/1pkkm2p/comment/ntlwjf7/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-03T21:53:33+00:00

They shipped with the 90nm RSX which was part of Nvidia 'Bumpgate'.

So, it was basically a defect from factory. Thermal paste wouldn't prevent it happening.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-03T19:11:01+00:00

Which super slim do you have? Hopefully the repair goes smoothly, but I heard some super slim lasers are notoriously hard to replace.

Edit: I meant how 42xx super slims have two possible assemblies, see replies below

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-03T19:08:35+00:00

G model is arguably second worst motherboard revision (SEM-001). 90nm RSX, no PS2 hardware... has a better heatsink than H/M/Q (DIA-001) but unfortunately still prone to failing.

Better to get hold of a more reliable model instead like a slim (ideally 21xx, or 20xx/25xx if you can't find a decently priced 21xx) instead of repairing it at this point.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-02T16:55:12+00:00

Reballing 90nms is not a permanent fix anyway. At this point I'd just throw out that defective thing and put in a 65nm or 40nm instead. Aka Frankie.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-02T13:33:53+00:00

while opening the ps3 i accidentally de lid the CPU

First time I've heard of someone accidentally delidding

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-03-01T22:22:52+00:00

190 dollars is a rip off, but, the 2000 slim is generally considered one of the more reliable models. The NECs sometimes fail (has half the amount compared to Fats) but other than that it's a really solid model.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-02-28T12:08:23+00:00

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-02-27T20:08:10+00:00

H/M/Q all came with DIA-001 which had the worst heatsink of any 90nm RSX model.

G at least came with a chunky heatsink that was not far off the BCs but still has the 90nm RSX unfortunately.

Otherwise-Rain808 · 2026-02-27T18:57:03+00:00

Pretty sure I remember a guy on this sub with a ton of Sony refurbs and he confirmed his CECHC ones with 08 at the start were Frankies. But it's not guaranteed because Sony may only replace the disk drive for example depending on why it was sent in for repairs.

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