Many a console and PC user has heard the sound of their device running rough. While some may be quick to attribute it to age, one player decided to investigate why after their loud PlayStation 4 got on their nerves. What they discovered was a bit unsettling for any user, and may make the tech-heads out there throw up in their mouths.

A recent post on Reddit, in the r/PS4 thread, revealed what this player discovered after cracking open their console to find out why they had a loud PlayStation 4. Long hours of gameplay resulted in a fan that looks to be growing its own ecosystem. In reality, the accumulation of dust and other floating particulates glommed onto the fan, creating a system that runs fairly rough. Take a look at the aforementioned fan below:

Users on Reddit presented advice and horror stories of their own who waited to take a peek under the hood. A loud PlayStation 4 may not just be attributed to age, and it is important that users clean their devices regularly if they want to keep their console or PC running smoothly for a long time. Thankfully, the internet is here to help.

YouTube offers viewers a plethora of how-to videos for curing a loud PlayStation 4, as well as any other device. Instructional clips will walk players through how to dismantle and clean their device with little trouble. Take care, however, as launch PS4’s may have warranty stipulations that could be broken by opening the system, so tread lightly if that’s important to you. Ultimately, the process isn’t complicated and players will find that a little TLC will go a long way in preserving their machines.

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