Learn how to update PlayStation 5 system software manually or automatically, troubleshoot stuck updates, and effortlessly reinstall the console system software.
Keeping your PlayStation 5 system software up-to-date is essential for optimal performance, new features, and improved security. Whether you prefer manual updates or automatic installations, this guide will walk you through every step, along with solutions for common issues during the update process.
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Updating the system software ensures your PlayStation 5 operates efficiently, introduces new features, and fixes bugs. Below are two methods to update your PS5 system software.
1/ On the PS5 home screen, open the Settings menu by selecting the gear icon located in the top-right corner.
2/ Select System Software, then go to System Software Update and Settings.
3/ If an update is available, you will see Update Available.
4/ Choose Update System Software to proceed with the update.
1/ Navigate to Settings.
2/ Scroll down and click on System, then select System Software.
3/ Choose System Software Update and Settings.
4/ Turn on Download Update Files Automatically and Install Update Files Automatically.
If the system software update is stuck, you can restart the download by following these steps:
1/ Press the PS button on your wireless controller to open the control center.
2/ Go to Downloads/Uploads, then select the system software update.
3/ Click on View Error Info and choose Try Again to restart the download.
If restarting the system software download doesn't work, try this:
1/ Turn off your PS5 console completely.
2/ On your PC or Mac, format a USB drive as FAT32 or exFAT, and create a folder named "PS5" on it.
3/ Inside the "PS5" folder, create a subfolder called "UPDATE".
4/ Download the PS5 system update file and place it in the "UPDATE" folder. Ensure the file is named "PS5UPDATE.PUP".
5/ The USB drive must have at least 1.1GB of free space available.
6/ Insert the USB drive with the update file into your PS5 console.
7/ To start the PS5 in Safe Mode, press and hold the power button until you hear two beeps (the second beep occurs after about seven seconds).
8/ From the Safe Mode menu, select Update System Software, then choose Update from USB Storage Device and press OK.
Reinstalling the system software on your PS5 will erase all data from the console, essentially performing a "factory reset" or "hard reset." Steps to reinstall PS5 System Software:
1/ Turn off your PS5 console completely.
2/ Press and hold the power button until you hear the second beep to enter Safe Mode.
3/ On a PC or Mac, format a USB drive to FAT32 or exFAT and create a folder named "PS5" on it.
4/ Inside the "PS5" folder, create another folder called "UPDATE".
5/ Download the reinstallation file and place it in the "UPDATE" folder, ensuring the file is named "PS5UPDATE.PUP". The USB drive should have at least 1.2GB of free space available.
7/ Insert the USB drive into your PS5 console.
8/ To enter Safe Mode, press and hold the power button until the second beep sounds (about 7 seconds after the first beep).
9/ From the Safe Mode menu, select Reset PS5 (Reinstall System Software).
Updating and maintaining your PlayStation 5 system software ensures you enjoy the best gaming experience. Whether it’s troubleshooting stuck updates or reinstalling the software, these steps have you covered. For more tips on how to update PlayStation 5, stay tuned to PlaySwap for the latest updates!
