Fix Game Errors
Fix Game Errors - One of the most commonly heard about complaints from
customers is that their PS3 can't read game discs. This is one of the
more pressing technical support concerns and isn't addressable by
software fixes. If your PS3 can't read any game disc anymore there are a
few things that you can do but they are limited.
Why does your ps3 can't read any game disc?
The reason that your PS3 can't read game discs anymore is probably due
to a faulty Blu Ray drive. This is the optical drive that your console
uses and if it is damaged it won't read any media inserted into it.
Certain models have one lens while others have two lenses making the
need to get the right one paramount. However there are variations of
this error that plague many people.
These PS3 can't read game disc errors may be for specific mediums. Older
PS3's might have the error where they won't read PS3 discs or Blu Ray
discs but will read PS2 discs and PS1 discs just fine. These were most
common on the dual lens systems which were phased out with the
redesigned console. Regardless of which format the drive is refusing to
play it will need to be replaced.
Fix and Solution
Fortunately replacing an optical drive on a PS3 is easy. In most cases
this will fix your PS3 can't read game errors and get you back to your
games. You simply have to open the unit, remove the faulty drive, and
then replace it with a new or refurbished model. After you've confirmed
that it has fixed your PS3 can't read game problem then you simply put
it back together and go about your business.
If you're suffering from PS3 can't read game issues then most likely you
need to replace your optical drive. Replacing the drive itself is easy
but you should only do this if you feel comfortable working inside your
console. PS3 can't read game errors are common with the older models but
if you have a warranty you can send it in for repairs.