How to Hard Reset Your PS5: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn to hard reset your PS5 in a few simple steps. Restore factory settings effectively with our easy guide.

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To hard reset a PS5, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the PS5 completely. 2. Press and hold the power button until you hear a second beep. 3. Connect the controller using a USB cable and press the PS button. 4. Select 'Reset PS5' from the menu. This will restore the PS5 to factory settings, deleting all data.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does a hard reset on PS5 do? A hard reset restores the PS5 to factory settings, deleting all data and settings.
  2. How do I reset my PS5 without losing data? To reset your PS5 without losing data, avoid choosing the 'Reset PS5' option. Instead, you can simply choose 'Restart PS5' to refresh the system.
  3. Can I hard reset my PS5 remotely? No, a hard reset must be performed directly on the console itself.
  4. Is a hard reset safe for my PS5? Yes, a hard reset is safe, but make sure to back up your data as it will be deleted during the process.