How to Interpret the Lights on a PlayStation 4

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

How to Interpret the Lights on a PlayStation 4

The PlayStation 4 uses various lights on the console and controller to communicate its status and signal potential issues. Understanding these lights can help you troubleshoot and resolve problems with your PS4. Here’s a guide to interpreting the different lights on a PlayStation 4.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. White Light (Console):
   • A solid white light indicates the PS4 is powered on and functioning normally. A blinking white light means the console is shutting down or in standby mode.
2. Blue Light (Console):
   • A blinking blue light indicates the console is turning on or entering standby mode. If the blue light is pulsing or stays on, it may indicate a system error or hardware issue.
3. Orange Light (Controller):
   • An orange light on the controller shows that it is charging while in rest mode. A solid orange light means the controller is fully charged.
4. Red Light (Controller):
   • A red light indicates that the controller is low on battery and needs to be charged. If the console's light is red, it may signal overheating or a hardware fault.
5. No Light (Controller):
   • If the controller shows no light, it is either turned off or not connected to the console.
6. Troubleshoot Based on Lights:
   • For any issues indicated by the lights, try restarting the console, checking for updates, or resetting the controller. If problems persist, consider contacting PlayStation support.

Interpreting the lights on your PlayStation 4 helps you quickly diagnose and address potential issues. Regular monitoring of these signals can ensure your console runs smoothly and remains in good working condition.

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1. Introduction

Your PlayStation 4 has an indicator light that can blink or show in multiple colors. This can give you key information about the status of your PlayStation 4 gaming system.

The following information will give you details on what each light means.

2. Indicator Lights

Location of Indicator LightThere are a few versions of the PlayStation 4, and the indicator light has moved slightly from version to version. Check below for the location of the indicator light, depending on the exact model of PlayStation 4 you have.CUH-1001A
CUH-1115A
CUH-1215A

CUH-2015A

CUH-7015A
CUH-7015B
CUH-7115B

• Normal Lights
• Off

• When the light is off, the PlayStation 4 is off. You won't be able to charge your controller or use the device while it's off.
• Make sure the power cable is plugged in, then push the Power button on the front of your PlayStation to turn the system on.
• Starts Blue Then Transitions to White

• Your PlayStation is powering on. You will see the PlayStation logo on the screen while your system boots up.
• Solid White

• Your PlayStation is powered up, and ready to use.
• Blinking Orange

• Your PlayStation 4 is going into Rest Mode.
• Solid Orange

• Your PlayStation is in Rest Mode. This allows your PlayStation 4 to wake up on its own to download updates, and start-up quickly when you want to use it.
• Error Lights
• Blinking White Then Transitions To Off

• Your PlayStation is turning off. This can take a few moments if there's files being written to disk or an update being applied. It's safe to walk away, you do not have to monitor the shut down process.
• Blinking White or Blue, or Solid Blue

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• If the light just blinks, your system may be having further issues.
• Pulsing Red

• Your PlayStation 4 has overheated.