We all know that the PlayStation 4 is a great console, but it can be disappointing when you hear loud buzzing coming from your system. It may sound like an airplane about to take off or even a jet engine, and you may be wondering, “Why does my ps4 sound like a jet engine?”
If you are, don’t worry! We’re here to help you figure out why this might be happening so you can fix the problem once and for all.
What Is PS4?
PS4 is a game console by Sony Computer Entertainment. It is the successor to PlayStation from the previous generation and competes with Xbox One (developed by Microsoft).
PS stands for Play Station. PS does not stand for Playstation or any other meaning you might think of first. It’s just a name like Apple or Android because it was originally a computer game.
The main competitor of the PS series is Xbox (Microsoft), but there are also many other competitors in this market, such as Wii (Nintendo) and Steam (Valve). In Japan, the main competitor is Nintendo.
PS4 has several features, which include:
– DualShock controller
– Share button to share your gameplay experiences with friends
– Remote Play to play PS games on other devices such as PS Vita, Windows PC, Mac, and even iPhone/iPad (via the app)
– Customizable themes, avatars
– Parties (text or voice chat) with friends regardless of the game they are playing. You can also broadcast your gameplay to Facebook, Youtube, and Twitch directly from PS! For example, if you’re playing a shooter like Call of Duty while one of your friends is in the middle of beating Dark Souls II. Your friends can see your game and join in or just chat with you while you play.
– PS Now is a subscription service that allows users to stream games from the cloud. This means you don’t have to download or install any games!
– The PlayStation app is available on iOS and Android devices. This app allows you to control your PSN account, chat with friends, watch live streams, and more!
Why Does My PS4 Sound Like A Jet Engine?
There are several possible reasons why your PlayStation console might be making an abnormal noise. One possibility is that the fan inside is spinning too fast and needs replacing. When the fan inside runs fast, it will make the console’s noise louder.
A second reason is that there may be dust in your PlayStation, which makes the cooling system work harder to cool down components and thus causing more heat and making an abnormal sound and not being able to keep up with keeping all of it its parts cooled down.
When this happens, the console runs hotter than normal, and fans try to compensate by spinning faster, which causes more noise in the PlayStation and not being able to keep every part cooled down at an optimal temperature.
Another reason your PlayStation may be making a loud noise is that one of its power supply capacitors has blown out or is starting to fail. This will cause the console to sound like running a jet engine and is not a common problem with PlayStation consoles.
Another reason could be that debris or dust is blocking the vents, causing the fan to work harder than it should. If you’re confident in opening up your own PlayStation, you could use a can of compressed air to blow the debris out – but remember to be very careful!
If none of these issues seems like they apply to your noise-making PlayStation console, then it may have developed an internal hardware issue that will require repair. If this is the case and it has been less than two years since you purchased the console, then Sony will repair it for free.
But if your PlayStation has been more than two years old when this issue arose, contact a local electronics store or computer technician to have them help determine what’s wrong with your device.
If none of these suggestions works well enough for you, consider contacting Sony directly about repairing the console under warranty.
Common Playstation 4 Problems & How To Fix Them
PS4 will not turn on
One of the most common problems with the Playstation is that it will not turn on. This can be because of several things, such as a faulty power supply or a problem with the motherboard. If your Playstation does not turn on, there are a few things you can try to fix:
– Make sure that your Playstation is plugged in and has power.
– Make sure that the outlets you are using have power, as well.
– Try resetting your Playstation by pressing the button on the back of the console for several seconds or until it beeps twice (top row, third from left). If this doesn’t work, try holding down all three buttons at once (Power, PS, and Reset) for a few seconds.
– If your Playstation is still not turning on, it may need to be repaired or replaced. Contact Sony Support for more information.
PSN Sign In Error
Another common problem with the Playstation is getting an error message when trying to sign in to PSN. This can be because of several things, such as a bad connection or incorrect login information. If you are getting an error message whenever you try to sign in to PSN, there are some things you can try to fix:
Ensure that your PlayStation is connected to the internet and all of your cable connections are correct.
– Make sure that you are using the correct login information.
– Try signing in on other devices, such as a computer or phone, to ensure that Sony’s security system is not blocking your account. If this works and you can sign into PSN from another device but not your Playstation, it might be because of an error in your Playstation. Contact Sony Support for more information.
– If none of these steps works, it may be due to a problem with your internet connection or incorrect login information on PSN’s end. Try contacting Sony for help.
Connection Error
If you are getting an error message when trying to sign in and have tried all of the above steps in this post, it may be due to a bad connection. This can happen if your Playstation is too far from your router or interference from other devices. If you are receiving an error message when trying to sign into PSN and are certain that your Playstation is close enough, try these solutions:
– Try resetting your Playstation by pressing the button on the back of the console for several seconds or until it beeps twice (top row, third from left). If this doesn’t work, try holding down all three buttons at once (Power, PS, and Reset) for a few seconds.
– If your Playstation is still not signing incorrectly, you may need to delete your saved data and start again. Go to Settings > System > Storage Management and press the triangle button on the account you have problems with. Select Delete Saved Data and then Yes to confirm.
If all of these steps fail, there is possible a problem with your Playstation’s motherboard or hard drive. Contact Sony Support for more information.
Bad Connection
If you are getting an error message when trying to sign in and have tried all of the above steps in this post, it may be due to a bad connection. This can happen if your Playstation is too far from your router or interference from other devices. If you are receiving an error message when trying to sign into PSN and are certain that your Playstation is close enough, try resetting your Playstation.
Running out of storage space
If you are running out of storage space, there are a few things you can try to fix this issue.
– Delete any unwanted games or demos that you no longer use.
– Uninstall updates for games and apps that have already been installed on your Playstation by going to Settings > System Update > Update List > Select the game/app > Delete Update.
– Move any files you don’t need onto a USB drive or into the cloud. You can then re-download them to your Playstation by going to Settings > System Storage Management > Applications > Select the game/app > Copy to PS Vita/PS TV, PlayStation Plus, or External HDD.
– If none of these solutions works for you, contact Sony Support for more information.
Conclusion
The blaring sounds of a jet engine are not what you want to hear when enjoying a video game. So, why does my ps4 sound like a jet engine? Your console might be experiencing hardware or software issues that need addressing before the problem worsens and becomes more expensive to fix.
If this is happening on all games, it may also mean there’s an issue with your speakers. Try cleaning out the fans and if this does not work, consider contacting Sony directly about repairing the console under warranty.
