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How do you get an unsupported disc to work on PS4?

How to Fix Unrecognized Disc Error PS4?
  1. Clean the Disc. If the surface of the disc is dirty, the PS4 not reading discs issue can happen. ...
  2. Try Another Disc. If the above method doesn't work, you can consider whether there is something wrong with the disc. ...
  3. Use Safe Mode.
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How do I fix an unsupported disc on my PS4?

Reinsert the disc into your console after each of these steps.
  1. Clean the disc with a soft, clean cloth to remove any dirt or prints.
  2. Try inserting another game, Blu-ray disc, or DVD. PS4™ consoles can't play burned discs or audio CDs.
  3. Access Safe Mode and select option 5 Rebuild Database.
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What to do when PS4 says Cannot continue using the application the disc Cannot be read?

Delete the application from the PS4, and then download it again from Library on the home screen" when trying to start the game should follow the on-screen instructions.
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Why is my PS4 reading DVDs but not games?

If it will play DVDs but not ANY FORM of blu-rays, then the lens probably needs cleaned and/or the laser assembly replaced. If it will play all movies but no games, then the Renesas chip might be (going) bad. This usually presents as a mismatched daughterboard in 1000/1100s, but can also be just the chip being bad.
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What does unsupported disc mean on PS4?

Some discs may not be playable due to scratches, dust, the quality of recording, or the characteristics of the recording device. In rare instances, DVDs, BDs and other media may not play properly on your PS4™ system. This is primarily due to variations in the manufacturing process or encoding of the software.
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PS4 Unrecognized Disc HOW TO FIX!

What would cause a DVD player to not read discs?

Use a soft cloth to clean the disc ; the disc may have fingerprints or smudges. Examine the disc for any cracks or scratches that might be interfering with playback. Make sure the disc playback is not restricted by parental control options. Make sure the DVD disc is compatible with the player.
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Does water damage discs?

If the disc has experienced no permanent damage from absorption of the liquid, it should play normally. In NIST tests, a CD totally submerged in clean water for 24 hours was found to be unreadable initially after removal and surface drying.
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What does initialize PS4 do?

Initialisation of your PS4™ system restores system settings to default values. It deletes data saved on system storage and deletes all users and their data from the system. Select (Settings) > [Initialisation] > [Initialise PS4], and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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Can you replace PS4 disc drive?

It's a pretty easy swap. You just have to remove the metal shields from the drives and remove the daughter boards, which have three ribbon cables that connect to the mechanical part of the optical drive. Just swap the board to the new drive and make sure all three ribbon cables are attached to it. Trust me, it's easy.
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What does unsupported disk mean?

A common problem that Windows users have encountered when trying to update Windows 10 is the “Unsupported Disk Layout for UEFI Firmware” error. This error basically means that the partition structure of your hard drive is not supported by the version of Windows 10 that you want to upgrade to.
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Is PS4 backwards compatible discs?

The short answer is that no, the PlayStation 4 is not backward-compatible with PlayStation 3 games. Inserting a PS3 disc into the PS4 will not work. And you cannot download digital versions of PS3 games from the PlayStation Store onto your PlayStation 4.
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How do I get my PlayStation disc to work?

How to Fix It When a PS4 Won't Take, Read, or Eject a Disc
  1. Make sure there isn't a disc in your PS4. ...
  2. Reboot your PS4. ...
  3. Try using the manual eject screw. ...
  4. Clean your video game disc or DVD. ...
  5. Try a different game or movie. ...
  6. Rebuild your PS4 database from safe mode. ...
  7. Clean the interior of your PS4 disc drive.
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What disk is compatible with PS4?

The PS4 uses a 2.5-inch SATA HDD, the type which you'll find in a laptop. However, not any old 2.5-inch drive will work. To fit a PS4 it will need to be no greater than 9.5mm in depth or it'll be too big for the hard drive enclosure drawer.
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Will GameStop fix my PS4?

Need your console or controller repaired? We can fix it! Just bring your eligible products into any GameStop store and we'll take care of the rest.
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Does restoring PS4 delete everything?

When you restore your backup data, your PS4 console is reset, and all data saved on your console is erased. If you want to return data without restoring your console, use USB extended storage or cloud storage.
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How do you fix a PS4 that won't initialize?

How to fix a PS4 that won't start or turn on
  1. Make sure your PS4 is completely off, with no lights turned on or flashing.
  2. Unplug the power cable from your console for at least 30 seconds.
  3. Plug the cable back in and press the power button on the front of your device to try restarting it.
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How do I manually initialize my PS4?

Start the PS4 console in Safe Mode: press and hold the power button, releasing after the second beep. Select Safe Mode option 7: Initialize PS4 (Reinstall System Software). Select Update from USB Storage Device > OK.
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Does drinking water help with discs?

Yes, drinking water can help prevent degenerative disc disease. If you do not drink enough water, your spinal discs will not adequately rehydrate after water leaks out during the day. This means the discs become smaller and less functional, which increases the risk of injury to the collagen fibers in the disc.
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Can damaged discs be repaired?

After a rupture, a jelly-like material leaks out of a herniated disc, causing inflammation and pain. The injury is usually treated one of two ways: a surgeon sews up the hole, leaving the disc deflated; or the disc is refilled with a replacement material, which doesn't prevent repeat leakages.
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Can you throw a disc too hard?

If you throw a disc with too much speed (or improper technique), it will tend to turn over and sometimes even roll. If you throw a disc with too little speed, it will just fade left and not travel very far. Unfortunately, there is no standard speed scale all manufacturers use.
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How do I fix an unplayable DVD?

Clean the disc with warm water, soap, and a cloth and then dry it, making sure that no lint is left behind. Squeeze toothpaste onto the disc and rub it on the disc in a straight motion from the center out to the edges. Finally, wash off the toothpaste and dry the disc. It should work now!
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How do you fix a DVD that is not recognized?

Press the Windows logo key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type control in the Run dialog box, then press Enter. In the Search box in Control Panel, type troubleshooter, and then click Troubleshooting. Under the Hardware and Sound item, click Configure a device.
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How do I make an unreadable DVD readable?

5 Ways to Repair a CD or DVD
  1. Clean the disc using a soft lint-free cloth and a dab of warm water and mild detergent. ...
  2. Fill scratches with toothpaste. ...
  3. Soften scratches with heat from a 60W lightbulb. ...
  4. Fill the scratch with a wax-based product. ...
  5. Cover holes in the data layer with pen and tape.
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Is 1 TB good for a PS4?

Game storage requirements – PS4

1TB is a sensible minimum, but we'd suggest going for 2TB as there's not a vast price difference between the two and you'll have enough space for a pretty sizable games library. However avid gamers might want to jump straight to 4TB.
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How do I reformat my PS4?

Initialize your PS4™ system

Initialization of your PS4™ system restores system settings to default values. It deletes data saved on system storage and deletes all users and their data from the system. Initialize the system under (Settings) > [Initialization] > [Initialize PS4] > [Full].
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