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Why does my PS4 turn white?

The console lights pulse white and then turn off when the console is powering completely off. When powered off, the console cannot charge controllers via USB, download or install content.
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How do I fix the white light of death on my PS4?

Here is a quick rundown of all the home remedies you can employ to fix your PS4 white light of death:
  1. Try the Quick Fix. The first thing we would suggest is trying the quick fix. ...
  2. Check HDMI and TV Connection. ...
  3. Check Hardware Issues. ...
  4. Reset the Console. ...
  5. Update the Controller Driver. ...
  6. Reset PS4 Controller. ...
  7. Enter Safe Mode.
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Why does my PS4 keep going from blue to white?

The blue light of death is a common issue that PS4 users may experience. It usually means you have a software issue or a faulty power or HDMI cable.
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How do you know if your PS4 is broken?

When booting your PS4, the LED light on the side of your console should momentarily pulse blue before changing to white. But if your console has a problem, the blue light will pulse continuously without turning white. This is usually followed by your PS4 inexplicably turning off.
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Can PS4 blue light of death be fixed?

A faulty HDMI cable can often be the issue. So if you have a spare HDMI from another console laying around, plug this in and use it instead, if this fixes the issue, you simply need a new HDMI cable. It can also be an issue with the TV you are using. So if you have an extra TV in the house, plug your PS4 into that.
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PS4 HOW TO FIX BLINKING WHITE LIGHT OF DEATH! Fix Solution Repair

How much does it cost to fix the blue light of death?

The PS4 is rather complex, especially the highly mechanical DVD drive. We recommend having a professional diagnose and repair the necessary components on the PS4. Repair costs could range currently from $169.95 – $200 range depending on issue due to the high current price of replacement components.
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Why is my PS4 blinking white then powers off?

The PS4 controller flashing white issue is generally caused by two reasons. One is because of the low battery, and that means that you need to charge your PS4 controller to make it back on track. The other reason is that your controller is trying to connect to your PlayStation 4, but failed due to unknown factor(s).
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Why is my PS4 turning white and not turning on?

There is a strong correlation between HDMI problems and a loss of connection with the white light of death. Typically, this error indicates that there is no connection to the TV. Simple issues like a bad HDMI port connection or more serious problems like a fried IC chip in your PS4's HDMI port can cause this issue.
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How do I force my PS4 to turn on?

You can turn on your PS4™ system in either of the following ways.
  1. Press the power button.
  2. Press the PS button on a paired controller.
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Does leaving your PS4 on rest mode damage it?

It's supposed to be in rest mode while not in use, that's how the console has been designed. You can leave it in rest mode for a year or more if you want, no harm will come to it.
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How to hard reset PS4?

2 Ways Factory Reset PS4
  1. Go to "Settings" > "System" on your PS4 main menu.
  2. Scroll down to the bottom and select "Initialize PS4".
  3. Choose "Full" factory reset and then hit "Next".
  4. Confirm your factory reset by selecting "Yes".
  5. Wait for the factory reset process to be completed, which may take up to several hours.
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Why is my PS4 not working?

Unplug the power cable

To manually restart your console, follow these steps: Make sure your PS4 is completely off, with no lights turned on or flashing. Unplug the power cable from your console for at least 30 seconds. Plug the cable back in and press the power button on the front of your device to try restarting it.
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What is the white light of death?

Does your PS4 turn on and show the white light but not show anything on the TV? This is what's known as the "white light of death" or WLOD. The bad news is that your PS4 is likely broken and in need of repair.
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Does PS4 have dying light?

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How do I factory reset my PS4 without losing everything?

As in the Settings menu, in Safe Mode, you can choose Restore Default Settings to reset everything in the PS4 to its original software settings but keep your data. You can also choose Initialize PS4.
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Will soft reset delete everything PS4?

The soft reset won't delete any of your data, whereas the hard reset performs a factory reset of your console, meaning that it will clear off all your data. In this case, having a backup of your saved games or transferring the saves to an external storage device should be a good idea.
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How long can a PS4 run for?

At first, please do not play your PS4 longer than 4 hours continuously. There are various factors that could lead to PS4 overheating. The long-time running is one of them. To prevent overheating, it is better to play your PS4 for less than 4 hours every time.
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Is it bad to leave your PS4 on 24 7?

All in all it's fine to leave a PS4 running in a well ventilated room.
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Will my PS4 break if I leave it on overnight?

With the exception of the Playstation One's overheating problems, it's considered perfectly safe to leave your Playstation on all night in rest mode. It can be set up to download and install game updates so that when you wake up your console your favorite games are ready to play.
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What do PS4 colors mean?

The color that is assigned depends on the order in which each user presses the PS button. The first controller to connect is blue, the second is red, the third is green, and the fourth is pink.
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