I've tried quite literally 30 cables so i don't know how they build a cable that doesn't work for data transfer. In those 30 cables half of them are new out the box
You helped me save my PS4 when it wouldn't boot up! I had to try a number of cables in safe mode for my controller before I got lucky and found one that wasn't charge only. After wards the reinstallation process went very smooth!
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You soo much!! I am trying to overcome the press the PS Button screen for a week now and just learned to go into safe mode when I found your video (a Year-old Video). Sir I am a New Subscriber! I had no idea there were differences in USB cords and when I tried a third cable after watching you... Viola PS4 It... IS... ALIVE! :) Thank You so much PghGameFix.
Idk what im doing wrong but ive tried 5 different cables that used to work before and now just charge the controller. Something wierd is that when i press the button it blinks white for a millisecond and goes back to charging, but nothing happens on the screen. Ive tried this on 3 different controllers so im just guessing its the console (this worked like 2 weeks ago so idk what made it glich out)
Thank you. Thought the PS4 was goosed. I was trying loads of connectors but couldn’t get the controller to connect. Used the cable for my Fire-stick following you’re advice on cables and automatically it worked. Safe mode menu appeared and I was able to update and get rid of the frozen error screen
"I bought a new cable, and I was able to access safe mode with it. All the text appeared exactly the same as it did for you, but it doesn't let me select any options. Safe mode is displayed, the white light is on the controller, but it doesn't allow me to choose between restarting the PS4 or updating the system software."
I don't have many cables available to me and unfortunately I can't pay for new cables right now, so I'm working with what I have for now, and so far none of the different fixes I've tried have worked for me
If they require a specific cable they need to provide it. Spent hours trying to connect a new controller that didn’t come with a cord. Ludacris. The fire stick USB one finally worked.
I tried several different usb cables, and on a blog a guy said to change the hdmi port that was connected. I don't know what the relationship is, but it worked perfectly, my controller started working again in safe mode using the same cable that came with the console 8 years ago. I hope it helps
Hey man, I'm having the same issue. I've changed the wifi module and the same problem exist so if you can remembber the blog please (if you don't mind) share tthe link.
Thank you Sir you helped my daughter an I .... because we have been trying to play the PS4 the last 24 hr before the game ga vs roll tide ... thank you it's fixed
I bought a original cable from best buy that transmits data and still didn't work but I don't think it's the cable it's when the controller is plugged in the ps button doesn't work
The the PS4 thinks the OS is corrupt. OR... the harddrive is dead. Either way, you will have to reinstall your OS. (Sorry) you will know quickly if the HHD is dead, as it will hang as it tries to install. You can watch my video on installing a new HDD, and it will walk you through the install process.
I'm having this problem but I've tried 10 different cables. even an old Xbox 360 cable that was used to charge those controllers and was working. Do you have a recommended cable from amazon i could get? thanks.
Verify that the controller works using this link: gamepad-tester.com/ You should be able to plug it into your pc and see it work. If not, there could be an issue with the controller itself.
@@PghGameFix Thanks for the tip. I went to the site and both controllers work fine. I had tried one last nite and it had worked with a steam game. so i'm still stuck in the same spot. arg.
The same thing is happening to my controller and it won’t work I cleaned the usb port and controller port for it and it still won’t work I she. Tried so many cables
my ps4 randomly just turned off last night the usb port was fine last night I’ve tried so many different cables and different controllers but I’m stuck in safe mode and it says connect the DualShock 4 using the USB cable and then press the PS button. My ps4 has had no issues for ages but now I can’t get it to work
Thks for your video you are right it is just the cord I tried everything following the instructions of a lot of video's i watched and nothing worked spent days on it ,I even bought a new cord and it didn't work , I must of just bought another charging cord, I started looking for other cords around the house and found one from a camera i had and it was thicker and it work so thks very much for your data
I am having thsi problem but i knoe the cord isnt charge only cause i often use it to move my controllers between my playstations and i tried to do a software uodate and when the ps4 restarted it came back in safe mode amd when i tried to plug in my control it charged but it wouldn't turn in while connected tobthe cord
i WISH my controller blinked like that it doesnt even blink bro it just flashes one time and thats literally it, i have tried 3 cables i stg imma buy 10 cables try each one of them, if you have tips please let me know. I honestly had enough
nvm i fixed it, but now im pressing rebuild database and its LITERALLY NOT rebuilding it, it just restars over and over again saying an error has occured man i NEED some HELP here
@@PghGameFix alright sweet thanks and I did order a usb c micro cable from Amazon and I had to ask because I have the same problem with my ps4 since I did put a 2 TB SSD in it and it wouldn’t want to reconnect or read my ps4
Bro i need some help i have the white PS4 and im in safe mode if i try to charge my ps4 controller i will like blink 1 to 3 times and its goes orange how can i help that
This didn’t work I tried using a whole bunch of different cables and nothing happened besides it took me to a screen that said to plug in a USB but even when I press the PS button other controller it just keeps blinking
Unfortunately, You may have a dead Bluetooth unit in the PS4. But I would pop the shell open, and make sure the antenna are connected properly, and not shorted some how.
I just now got a problem with my USB cable to try and rebuild my database for my PS4 cuz my 2 terabyte hard drive has stopped working but it was working for me yesterday but it just stopped working today so I don't know what to do should i get a new external hard drive or usb cable or a new ps4 cuz this is a first for me
Hey I have a problem, I’m taking out my old ps4 to use it again. However, when I try to update a game for example and leave my ps4 alone the ps4 light turns white and my ps4 controller light is off and when I press the home button it blinks white, and won’t connect. Then I’d have to unplug my power cord from my ps4 and it will work again, but eventually it will turn back off after I stop using it and won’t reconnect unless I unplug the power cord almost as it were freezing. I’m starting to think this is more of a ps4 problem then a controller problem. What should I do?
My ps put itself in safe mode because of something with the system update 11.50 it says I need to download it on a usb and put it in the ps4 but when i try to connect my contorler to click ok it does not connect the same controller with the same wire does connect to mt brothers ps4 what do I need to do to fix this?
So I bought a fresh new charger for my PlayStation 4 slim and I have a brother he’s only 5 and one day he broke the charger so I found a white charger but don’t know it it worked so I tested it but it didn’t work but instead charge I don’t have any other chargers so you think you could help me
@@PghGameFix like i can go to safe mode and click the ps button in my controller but when i click the ps button it shows me like the option to restart ps. But i cant do anything, i cant click anything
@@PghGameFix yes, the controller can turn on but I can't do anything. I can send an example. if you want to see, you can reply to this comment and i will let you know on my instagram
I used several cables and they al work i can move around on the screen in safemode. But when i press “find controller” it says that the controller is not connected
@@PghGameFix thanks for responding! After 3 hours..I found out that the light wasn’t going to turn on so I kept messing around and found that I had to use the d-pad to get it to work.
I had the data cable, which worked before on the ps4 pro, and worked to transfer data bw phone and computer so I thought foe sure it couldn't be the problem. Tried another data cable (brand new but a duplicate of the first one) and it didn't work. Tried a couple pletely different brand and it worked. Sometimes it can work on everything else but for whatever reason just won't do what you need it to. Troubleshoot with some other data cables, not all cords are wired the same!!
If I try to start ps4 it says A serious error has occurred in the system software The ps4 will restart Press the PS button to use the controller I press the PS button But it charge for a sec then just shuts of immediately It doesn't work At all
I'm so glad this was the first video I found on this topic. Just ran into this problem, got it fixed quick. Thanks for taking the time to make this!
Glad it was able to help you. And thanks for watching.
Same bro
@@PghGameFix. It’s not working😢😢😢😢
out of all the videos I've seen you're the MOST helpful.
Thanks for saying that. I make them long, and with minimal cuts to show the entire job.
Thank you so much. I was worried I was gonna have to factory reset it again, but this let me rebuild the database.
Glad the video helped.
I've tried quite literally 30 cables so i don't know how they build a cable that doesn't work for data transfer. In those 30 cables half of them are new out the box
If you've tried that many cables... then you may indeed have a bad USB port in the controller.
But what if it charges with any other cable
@PghGameFix not necessarily, It could well an issue with the ps4 consol
Use a one that says B on the charging end
@@PghGameFixI’ve tried many many cables and literally all my controllers and it still doesn’t work
You helped me save my PS4 when it wouldn't boot up! I had to try a number of cables in safe mode for my controller before I got lucky and found one that wasn't charge only. After wards the reinstallation process went very smooth!
Im glad my vid helped.
Thanks so much! I couldn’t imagine it will be so easy. I started to try a lot of cables and boom one of them worked!!
Thank you so much! Thought the PS would require a service centre visit. Was such a simple fix. God bless you! ❤
Happily playing now.
I would strongly recommend belkin or anker cords that are braided and I tend to find braided cords last alot longer then not non braided cords.
I tend to agree with that. The one I use when I'm normally working at the bench (the white one in the video) is a braided cable.
Idk what braided cables are
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You soo much!! I am trying to overcome the press the PS Button screen for a week now and just learned to go into safe mode when I found your video (a Year-old Video). Sir I am a New Subscriber! I had no idea there were differences in USB cords and when I tried a third cable after watching you... Viola PS4 It... IS... ALIVE! :) Thank You so much PghGameFix.
Glad my video helped.
Idk what im doing wrong but ive tried 5 different cables that used to work before and now just charge the controller. Something wierd is that when i press the button it blinks white for a millisecond and goes back to charging, but nothing happens on the screen. Ive tried this on 3 different controllers so im just guessing its the console (this worked like 2 weeks ago so idk what made it glich out)
THANKL YOU SO MUCH THIS HELPED ALOT!! this helped than all the other videos out there. u earned a sub
Thank you. Thought the PS4 was goosed. I was trying loads of connectors but couldn’t get the controller to connect. Used the cable for my Fire-stick following you’re advice on cables and automatically it worked. Safe mode menu appeared and I was able to update and get rid of the frozen error screen
Glad you were able to get it going again, and that my video helped.
What do I do when I I'm in safe mode when I go in safe mode but I have a new controller and it's not working I hope you can help
@@abuhassan3046 Just plug it in with a known good USB cable.
I use good usb cable and it say your device is not contented
@@abuhassan3046 Use that same cable and connect it to this website to see if it's working properly. gamepad-tester.com/
"I bought a new cable, and I was able to access safe mode with it. All the text appeared exactly the same as it did for you, but it doesn't let me select any options. Safe mode is displayed, the white light is on the controller, but it doesn't allow me to choose between restarting the PS4 or updating the system software."
I don't have many cables available to me and unfortunately I can't pay for new cables right now, so I'm working with what I have for now, and so far none of the different fixes I've tried have worked for me
Tnx a lot mate, goddamn charging"only" cables! Worked for me! :)
I am so glad I saw this video. Only $10 to fix the problem with a cord. Thanks for the info!
Thanks. I did it the same you did it. I used a Premium Nylon Braided Cable. Now PS4 is working again. Thanks Pal.
If they require a specific cable they need to provide it. Spent hours trying to connect a new controller that didn’t come with a cord. Ludacris. The fire stick USB one finally worked.
It's not really a specific cord.... it just needs to be a full USB data cord. And, the one it originally came with did work.
This comment is what made me shoot straight to my Fire Stick after using over 10 random cords. Worked like a charm. Thanks for the comment!
THANKS YOU SO MUCH DUDE... I almost send it to the repair guy and you save it alot of money
I tried several different usb cables, and on a blog a guy said to change the hdmi port that was connected. I don't know what the relationship is, but it worked perfectly, my controller started working again in safe mode using the same cable that came with the console 8 years ago. I hope it helps
Hum ?? Strange. I'll have to keep that in mind.
Hey man, I'm having the same issue. I've changed the wifi module and the same problem exist so if you can remembber the blog please (if you don't mind) share tthe link.
Thank you Sir you helped my daughter an I .... because we have been trying to play the PS4 the last 24 hr before the game ga vs roll tide ... thank you it's fixed
This was my problem! Thanks! Subscribed!
That was my fix. Thanks for the explanation man
glad the vid helped
Mate you saved the day. God bless you and your video. Thank you very much for your different input
Thank you so much man. After weeks I realised that the cable is not good.
Ive run into this a bunch of times... that's why I made the vid. Thanks for watching.
Thank you so much for saying that it could be the micro usb. The one I was using charged it but didn’t talk to the console!
I bought a original cable from best buy that transmits data and still didn't work but I don't think it's the cable it's when the controller is plugged in the ps button doesn't work
It could be. Test it using this site. gamepad-tester.com/
Thanks. This worked. But this is an extremely LONG video for you just to say "change usb cable to one that transmits data"
I bought a new cord, a specific ps4 one and it’s still not working. I’m so desperate right now, I’ve tried 3 working cords
My controller won't let me use the dpad to navigate or choose anything in safemode except option 7
The the PS4 thinks the OS is corrupt. OR... the harddrive is dead. Either way, you will have to reinstall your OS. (Sorry) you will know quickly if the HHD is dead, as it will hang as it tries to install. You can watch my video on installing a new HDD, and it will walk you through the install process.
Do you have a link to the known good cable you have?
I'm having this problem but I've tried 10 different cables. even an old Xbox 360 cable that was used to charge those controllers and was working. Do you have a recommended cable from amazon i could get? thanks.
Verify that the controller works using this link: gamepad-tester.com/
You should be able to plug it into your pc and see it work. If not, there could be an issue with the controller itself.
@@PghGameFix Thanks for the tip. I went to the site and both controllers work fine. I had tried one last nite and it had worked with a steam game. so i'm still stuck in the same spot. arg.
Where did you get the wwhite charger fron
Okay so I did try a new cable and it did work!! But for some reason, once the options pop up, I can’t scroll at all? Ugh this is so frustrating
That what happen to me can u tell me what cable works
God bless you sir! I just brought a second hand ps4 and had this problem, now it’s sorted
Glad the video helped.
i’m so confused wat usb do i use
Tried 7 different cords and two different remotes. Nothing is working
man I love you
Thanks !! I apricate the nice words.
Yep this was the problem, quick and easy, thanks!
glad my vid helped.
The same thing is happening to my controller and it won’t work I cleaned the usb port and controller port for it and it still won’t work I she. Tried so many cables
Mine is stuck in charging mode when I press the ps button it blinks once but doesn't connect to the ps4
hello, what do i do if my playstation controlled flashes 2 times when im in safe mode??
Worked like a charm. Thank you Sir 😊
My charger was working for safe mode and it’s not working for it anymore so idk
my ps4 randomly just turned off last night the usb port was fine last night I’ve tried so many different cables and different controllers but I’m stuck in safe mode and it says connect the DualShock 4 using the USB cable and then press the PS button. My ps4 has had no issues for ages but now I can’t get it to work
Mine says i need a usb cable with 11mg of data on it but i dont have one help plz
what if i tried everything? if i tried different joysticks, different cables, to restart joystick everything i have seen but still doesnt work?
You could have a bad USB port.... but that normally isn't the issue.
Thks for your video you are right it is just the cord I tried everything following the instructions of a lot of video's i watched and nothing worked spent days on it ,I even bought a new cord and it didn't work , I must of just bought another charging cord, I started looking for other cords around the house and found one from a camera i had and it was thicker and it work so thks very much for your data
You mostly right. It's in fact the port on the PlayStation that's not receiving data.
I am having thsi problem but i knoe the cord isnt charge only cause i often use it to move my controllers between my playstations and i tried to do a software uodate and when the ps4 restarted it came back in safe mode amd when i tried to plug in my control it charged but it wouldn't turn in while connected tobthe cord
I can see my cable charging it in safe mode but when I press the ps button it just flashes.
My controller turn the orange light in the USB, but When I click the PS button it flashes white once and doesn't work. This only happens in safe mode.
yeah pretty much same
Would you tell me where you would find a cable like that?
Thank you so much I Could not get the controller connected for the life of me I never thought it would just be the charger
Can you help me please my controller shuts down immediately so it won't connect
What cable is he using for that I need to know so I can buy that at Walmart
Right. Well I just went through at least 20 cables ranging in thickness. No luck. Any other ideas?
make sure the controller port and cable are working using this... gamepad-tester.com/
Merci, i didn’t have to throw my system out the window, you are awesome, thanks 🙏
Oh can u please tell me wich one of those options won't delete your games.
i WISH my controller blinked like that it doesnt even blink bro it just flashes one time and thats literally it, i have tried 3 cables i stg imma buy 10 cables try each one of them, if you have tips please let me know. I honestly had enough
nvm i fixed it, but now im pressing rebuild database and its LITERALLY NOT rebuilding it, it just restars over and over again saying an error has occured man i NEED some HELP here
@@poyraz8087 Sounds like you may have a bad hard drive
@@PghGameFix i just went restore default settings and thank god none of my saves and games are gone, thanks tho
I tried with the official PS4 cable and didn’t work, any further suggestions?
You could have a damaged port in the controller. but... I would still try to find a new , tight fitting cable, and give it another go.
What USB cable is that the cable you used in your video, would love to buy one
It's just a good USC micro cable. I think I got it from Amazon.
@@PghGameFix alright sweet thanks and I did order a usb c micro cable from Amazon and I had to ask because I have the same problem with my ps4 since I did put a 2 TB SSD in it and it wouldn’t want to reconnect or read my ps4
Can you give me a link to a cable I can buy?
After doing everything, when I have to press the ps4 button it doesn't work any tips?
Bro i need some help i have the white PS4 and im in safe mode if i try to charge my ps4 controller i will like blink 1 to 3 times and its goes orange how can i help that
You need a data sync micro usb b cable
I’ve tried wht he did but mine is still the exact same
What kind of charger was he using?
I've tried several cables but its not working.
Pls help
Check your controller and cable, using your PC and this link: gamepad-tester.com/
This didn’t work I tried using a whole bunch of different cables and nothing happened besides it took me to a screen that said to plug in a USB but even when I press the PS button other controller it just keeps blinking
Unfortunately, You may have a dead Bluetooth unit in the PS4. But I would pop the shell open, and make sure the antenna are connected properly, and not shorted some how.
@@PghGameFix alright, I’ll try that. Thank you
I just now got a problem with my USB cable to try and rebuild my database for my PS4 cuz my 2 terabyte hard drive has stopped working but it was working for me yesterday but it just stopped working today so I don't know what to do should i get a new external hard drive or usb cable or a new ps4 cuz this is a first for me
This was super helpful and helped me fix the problem! Thanks
Hey I have a problem, I’m taking out my old ps4 to use it again. However, when I try to update a game for example and leave my ps4 alone the ps4 light turns white and my ps4 controller light is off and when I press the home button it blinks white, and won’t connect. Then I’d have to unplug my power cord from my ps4 and it will work again, but eventually it will turn back off after I stop using it and won’t reconnect unless I unplug the power cord almost as it were freezing. I’m starting to think this is more of a ps4 problem then a controller problem. What should I do?
It could be the belutooth controller inside isn't working.
My ps put itself in safe mode because of something with the system update 11.50 it says I need to download it on a usb and put it in the ps4 but when i try to connect my contorler to click ok it does not connect the same controller with the same wire does connect to mt brothers ps4 what do I need to do to fix this?
I am having the same problem, did you find a solution?
So I bought a fresh new charger for my PlayStation 4 slim and I have a brother he’s only 5 and one day he broke the charger so I found a white charger but don’t know it it worked so I tested it but it didn’t work but instead charge I don’t have any other chargers so you think you could help me
can someone drop a link to the original ps4 usb cable please
I can click the PS button but i cant control it, like i cant press anything or do anything. I cant even reset PS4 in safe mode
Im not sure I understand what you are saying.
@@PghGameFix like i can go to safe mode and click the ps button in my controller but when i click the ps button it shows me like the option to restart ps. But i cant do anything, i cant click anything
@@In_tar_we_trust So the controller is turning on? I would put the update on a USB memory, and see if you can select that.
@@PghGameFix yes, the controller can turn on but I can't do anything. I can send an example. if you want to see, you can reply to this comment and i will let you know on my instagram
Ive tried every cord i just need help with my disc reader can i send my ps4 into you
Contact me on Facebook.
I used several cables and they al work i can move around on the screen in safemode. But when i press “find controller” it says that the controller is not connected
Try resetting the controller. But, you may have a bad bluetooth chip in your PS4
Your really a great guy for helping me😂 thanks bro
50 cables and 5 dual shocks later.... I got it to work eventually. It just took 1000 years and heart failure thru stress.
What does it mean if your ps4 controller doe not comnect to any devices even through Bluetooth?
The controller itself could have gone bad. But that's not very common.
Thx bro.. vid was very helpful.
glad it helped
My PS4 is in the beginning of safe mode. My controller will NOT connect.. I used over 15 cords to connect. Please help…
Verify your controller and cord are in god working order using "Gamepad tester". gamepad-tester.com/
@@PghGameFix thanks for responding! After 3 hours..I found out that the light wasn’t going to turn on so I kept messing around and found that I had to use the d-pad to get it to work.
Can you buy another ps4 charger to get the same results?
Wow you are a genius.
It works! A good cord/cable it is, thnx
Man my PS4 not turn on and it’s not working go on so small or not I need help please can you make a video like please help me Jax
Sorry, but I have no Idea of what you are trying to ask.
Literslly tried 7 cables and after this i tried 8... the 8th worked. How utterly frustrating that the other cables can charge but nothing else
I know.... I hear it all the time, and it's just generally a bad cable.
Thanks for your help.
What kind of cable did you use.
Just a good quality data cable.
Thank you so much helped me big time
Do you have a website for a good cabel because i tried 10 cabels but no one works
I've had good luck with these: amzn.to/33CgDwE
I had the data cable, which worked before on the ps4 pro, and worked to transfer data bw phone and computer so I thought foe sure it couldn't be the problem. Tried another data cable (brand new but a duplicate of the first one) and it didn't work. Tried a couple pletely different brand and it worked. Sometimes it can work on everything else but for whatever reason just won't do what you need it to.
Troubleshoot with some other data cables, not all cords are wired the same!!
so how do you fix it?
Could you possibly link what cord you have or just tell us which one it is?
Did u find out
What’s the cable called ?
Should just be a data USB cable.
Will I still have my games on ps4?
yes
Where do I find a cord
Generally a good quality cord from Amazon will work.
If I try to start ps4 it says
A serious error has occurred in the system software
The ps4 will restart
Press the PS button to use the controller
I press the PS button
But it charge for a sec then just shuts of immediately
It doesn't work
At all
That was very helpful, thank you so much
Thanks for watching.