PS4 Not Turning On—What Should You Do?
Technology should always work like it’s supposed; that’s a gadget’s only job: to work seamlessly without giving us headaches. But there are instances when a simple malfunction can translate to hours spent tinkering with the device to diagnose and fix hardware or software problems. And if done in time, you can save hundreds of dollars on a complete replacement. Hence, when you’re facing issues with your beloved PS4 not turning on, it’s best to start with the cheapest and easiest repair to narrow down the cause of the problem. The following are some methods you can try: Disconnect And Reconnect The Power Reconnecting the power will reset your PS5 in case the issue lay in a software wakelock or piece of software causing the console to freeze. First, you need to unplug the power cable. Wait for 30 seconds for the console to power down completely. Then, plug it back in and press the power button to see if it starts working or not. In most cases, it will. But if it does