Start the ps4 system in safe mode.
Ps4 safe mode connect a usb storage device that contains an update file.
Select update from usb storage device ok.
To enter safe mode turn off the ps4 by pressing the power button.
Connect a ds4 controller using a usb cable and the usb drive to the ps4 system.
Select safe mode option 7 initialize ps4 reinstall system software.
Press and hold the power button releasing after the second beep.
Connect the dualshock 4 controller with a usb cable that transfers data and press the ps button.
Connect a usb storage device that contains an update file for reinstallation for version x xx or later.
Usb d ps4 update.
In this video i go over how you can fix the error message cannot start the ps4 and then you get a message stating connect a usb storage device that conta.
Usb d ps4 update.
If your ps4 system does not recognize the update file check that the folder names and file name are correct.
Start the ps4 system in safe mode.
Sometimes when you try to update the ps4 system to the latest version you get stuck in the safe mode with the following on screen message.
Ensure that the ps4 folder is at the root of the usb storage device and not contained in another folder.
Start the ps4 system in safe mode.
Connect a ds4 controller using a usb cable and the usb drive to the ps4 system.
Press and hold the power button releasing after the second beep.
Ensure that the ps4 folder is at the root of the usb storage device and not contained in another folder.
Release it after you ve heard two beeps.