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Is your Playstation 4 displaying a blinking blue light in the center of the console? This is called the "Blue Light of Death" and can be caused by various issues ranging from the harddrive to power supply. This How.com.vn article gives you some causes and fixes for this "Blue Light of Death" on a PS4.
Things You Should Know
- Check your HDMI cord, port, and input channel as the easiest fix for a common issue that leads to the PS4 blue light of death.
- Next, look at your hard drive to make sure it's aligned, properly mounted, and not loose.
- Once you eliminate hardware as the problem, you can see if software is the issue causing the blue light of death.
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- Some people suggest replacing your hard drive with an SSD if you see the blue light of death on your PS4.[2]Thanks
- Read How to Fix a Red Light on a PS4 Controller: 4 Simple Ways if your controller is showing a red light.Thanks
- If the PS4 won't start in Safe Mode, you might have a CPU issue that requires resoldering areas. If you're handy and capable, you can try reflowing your console. If you're not comfortable soldering or using tools that can permanently damage your console, take it to a professional.Thanks
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