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What is the cause of your PS4 being stuck in Safe Mode?
Many reasons can cause your PS4 to be stuck in Safe Mode, some of which are more serious than others. Moreover, take your time working through our list of fixes step by step as some are complicated and can cause a lot of aggravation if you miss one.
If your PS4 is stuck in SAFE MODE, you will need to restart it
You will have to connect your controller via USB to the PS4 if it starts in Safe Mode, otherwise you won’t be able to play games. In addition, you can now restart the PlayStation 4 by going to the safe mode menu and selecting restart.
Moreover, the other option is to restore the operating system by following these steps if this does not work and you wish to reboot the PS4.
To fix PS4 stuck in safe mode, install an update from the Internet
It’s better to start with the easy simple stuff and see if it resolves your issue before diving into more time-consuming options. Additionally, it is possible to update the system software from the safe mode menu by selecting the ‘Update System Software’ option. When the process is complete, the console will shut down or restart, if it just shuts off, turn it back on and check if it worked. However, when you are still in safe mode, proceed to Restoring Operating System from Internet.
Download and install the update from the stick
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Connect your computer to a USB stick that has been cleared.
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A folder named ‘PS4’ should be created
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Create a new folder named ‘UPDATE’ inside the PS4 folder
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You can find the PS4 system software at https://www.playstation.com/en-gb/get-help/ps4-system-software/
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You can download the PS4 System Software Update File by clicking here
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Name the file PS4UPDATE.PUP and save it inside the UPDATE folder
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Your computer should be disconnected from USB safely
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Connect your PlayStation 4 to any USB port
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Then select ‘reinstall system software’ and then ‘initialize PS4’
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When your PS4 comes back on, follow any instructions that appear on screen.
However, if your console boots in safe mode after the update has completed, you will need to follow the instructions for restoring the operating system from a stick.
Restoring the operating system via the internet
It is important to note that restoring your data from the Internet will not result in the deletion of your data
Moreover, you can choose ‘Rebuild Database’ from the Safe Mode options menu if your PlayStation has a WiFi or Ethernet connection. In addition, let your console restore itself by following the instructions on screen.
The operating system can be restored from a stick
The data on your stick will be deleted when you restore it from the stick
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Connect your computer to a USB stick that has been cleared.
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A folder named ‘PS4’ should be created
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Make a folder called ‘UPDATE’ inside the PS4 folder
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You can find the PS4 system software at https://www.playstation.com/en-gb/get-help/ps4-system-software/
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Click on the ‘PS4 System Software Reinstallation File’ to reinstall the PS4 system software
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Put PS4UPDATE.PUP into the UPDATE folder and name it PS4UPDATE.PUP
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Your computer should be disconnected from USB safely
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Connect your PlayStation 4 to any USB port
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Then select ‘reinstall system software’ and then ‘initialize PS4’
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Wait for your PS4 to come back on and follow any instructions on screen.
The PlayStation will be reset to factory settings if you choose this option.
PS4 Stuck in Safe Mode: Conclusion
There are a number of ways to fix the PS4 Stuck in Safe Mode issue, but if you haven’t been able to resolve it then you may need to call a repair expert.
The PS4 console will need to be examined by a professional if none of the above tips work. However, rather than buying a new console, you might be able to save money by doing this.
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