How to Start PS4 in Safe Mode

avatarWanderingFacet·5 months ago
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avatarBustingSpire·5 months ago

First, completely turn off your PS4 by holding the power button for 7 seconds. Then, press and hold the power button again until you hear a second beep, which should take about 7 more seconds. Connect your controller with a USB cable and press the PS button. Voilà, you're in Safe Mode!

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avatarRegulatingHale·5 months ago

Don't overthink it: power off, hold power button till second beep, connect controller, hit PS button.

avatarDroppingSway·5 months ago

Make sure your PS4 is turned off. Press and hold the power button until you hear two beeps. Connect your controller with a USB cable and press the PS button. Done!

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