Just like any device, the PS5 has system issues and crashes from time to time. Since the day the first PS was released, users have reported various issues with this drive such as download errors and crashing issues. The good news is that most problems can be solved. In this article, we are going to talk about 4 common problems with PlayStation 5 and tips to fix them. Keep reading to know more.

1. Rest mode errors

Rest mode errors are quite common with PS5. According to some people, they have problems when in rest mode during a game, while others have problems waking the console. As a result of these issues, the console may crash or pop-up messages may appear asking the user to repair the hard drive.

As far as rest mode issues are concerned, you just need to disable the feature. There is no other possible solution yet.

2. Charging issues

According to some users, they were having charging issues with the unit’s Dual Sense Controller. The most common problem is the inability to load the driver in rest mode. As a result, the batteries drain quite quickly during a gaming session.

This is not the console problem. In most cases, it is the user’s fault. If you are facing this issue then you need to enable rest mode. If you don’t know, you can check the power saving settings. So if that doesn’t seem to fix it, you have to plug the cable into the rear ports on the drive.

3. Data transfer problems

Some PS5 owners also use PS4. And some users need to move data from their old systems to the latest one. During this process, they have some problems. So, if you find it difficult to transfer data to the new drive, check your LAN or USB cables. According to some people, Wi-Fi offers the best results when it comes to data transfer. So, you should try that to see if it works.

4. Download problems

Most drive problems are download related. For example, you may experience a problem where the download continues indefinitely and never seems to complete. An easy solution is to reset the device to factory settings. If you want to try this solution, don’t forget to backup your drive first.

Another solution is to update the system software of your PS5. Once updated, you must boot the unit in safe mode to rebuild the database.

Conclusion

In summary, if you follow the advice given in this article, you can fix some of the most common problems with your PlayStation 5. If you have other problems, we suggest that you contact a professional.