Ps4 Pro Not Turning On Blue Light

Sony has published a troubleshooting guide attempting to aid users gear up the blue light of expiry issues with the PS4.

Some new PS4 users have complained of a blinking blue light on their new consoles, currently existence referred to as the "blue calorie-free of expiry", which is affecting its operation.

Currently Sony believes the issue may exist caused past a variety of problems, the bulk of which the company has tackled with its new PS4 troubleshooting guide.

"Nosotros are aware that some people have reported issues with their PlayStation iv systems in the Usa. We are closely monitoring for boosted reports, but nosotros recollect these are isolated incidents and correspond a very small-scale percent of total units shipped to consumers to engagement", reads the official Sony statement.

The blinking blueish low-cal of death means the PS4 doesn't enter the power on country indicated by the solid white light. Due to this there may non be any video or audio output to the television and could crusade difficulties really turning the console off.

The problem might be attributed to TV compatibility, PS4 power supply, hard drive or hardware issues.

Sony suggests updating your Television receiver firmware as a resolution, but also details how to turn off the PS4 completely past touching the power push button for at least vii seconds until the panel beeps twice.

You may also opt to try a different power cable, such as the 1 from your PS3, and you'll need to cheque the parts labelled A,E and F in the published diagram below.

Trying to sort out potential hard drive problems are a little more complicated, but Sony outlines a quick check you can do to see if it has been fitted correctly.

"Slide the HDD bay cover in the direction of the arrow to remove information technology. Inspect the harddrive to brand sure it is properly sealed in the HDD bay. A loose harddrive connection can prevent the PS4 from powering on completely. A unmarried screw keeps the assembly in place."

If all else fails, you can try booting your PS4 upward in Prophylactic Mode, which is explained on the PlayStation Back up pages.

"We appreciate your patience while we investigate," added Sony on the PS4 troubleshooting folio.

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PS4 and the Blue Light of Death