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How to Start PlayStation 5 in Safe Mode?
It provides options to fix most PS5 technical issues
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Published onDecember 6, 2023
published onDecember 6, 2023
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If you are having technical issues or want to reset your PS5 console, you need to start your PlayStation 5 in safe mode. In this guide, we will discuss safe mode, its usage, and steps to start your Playstation in safe mode.
What does Safe Mode do?
The Safe mode on PlayStation 5 provides you access to the system’s most basic functions for troubleshooting. You can
How do I start my PS5 in safe mode?
To close the Safe mode, you can either use the Restart PS5 option from the menu or press & hold the console’s Power button until it turns off.
Updating the system software of the PSN console can help you fix other issues likeSomething Went Wrongerror; read this guide to learn more.
Why won’t my PS5 display in Safe Mode?
If you are not able to start your PS5 in safe mode using the steps mentioned above, turn the console off, then turn it back on. Also, check the cables connected to the console, then reconnect them just to be sure.
This is how you can put PlayStation 5 on safe mode and resolve issues related to data and display issues on PS5.
Also, remember that choosing some options in Safe mode could result in data loss, so make sure you back up your data to Cloud storage or a USB drive.
In case you want to knowhow to update a PSN controller, read this guide to learn the step-by-step process.
If you have any questions or concerns about the subject, feel free to mention them in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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Srishti Sisodia
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
