Yes, I have the same problem too. My component rack does have a glass door, but I HAVE to keep it open. The PS3 really generates the heat. And when that fan kicks in it sounds like a jet taking off. Crazy.
I've read online some PS3's are quieter than others. I'm not sure what to do either. ![]()
I have a PS3 and am very happy with it except for one thing, the fan noise. Whenever I watch a standard or bluray DVD, the fan kicks into high gear within 10 minutes and stays on the whole movie. I have it on a glass TV stand and it is not enclosed, so ventilation is not a problem. Does anyone have similar problems?

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