If you’re having connection issues on your PS4, one of the simple yet effective ways that you can try is to reset network settings. In this guide, we’ll show you how this is done.
The PS Vita 3.00 System Update added the PS4 Link app to the PS Vita system’s home screen. PS4 Link basically allows the PS Vita to connect to PS4 for Remote Play and Second Screen capabilities. Connect the controller to your PS4 with the USB cable. –Press and hold the PlayStation button in the middle of the controller. This will clear the old connection setting and resync this. PS4 does not support 5GHz. If you must, use an ethernet cable. You can also buy a 5GHz Access Point that will connect to your 5GHz Router, and connect the PS4 to the Access Point using an ethernet cable. One that I know that works is ASUS AC68U, configured as Media Bridge.
Learning how to fix PS4 connection issues
There are many forms of internet connection problems in a PS4. Some users may find that their console may appear to be laggy when playing online or only when in a multiplayer game. Others may have slow download or upload issues. For some, wifi connection may periodically fail due to poor signal.
In any of these cases, there’s one easy solution that you can try: reset your PS4 network settings. If the cause of the problem is due to a random network bug, or by a fluke in your console, resetting the network settings is a good, non-drastic fix.
Not all PS4 connection problems can be fixed by network settings reset though so if that won’t change anything on your console, you should continue with your troubleshooting by doing other things such as checking your cables, verifying for possible PlayStation Network server issues, troubleshooting your own local network, checking for wifi signal interference, factory reset, etc.
How to do PS4 network reset?
If you’re wondering how to go ahead and reset your PS4 network, check out the steps below. Resetting your network settings won’t delete your data like a factory reset but you’ll have to reconnect to your wireless networks again afterwards.
- Go to your PS4 Home screen.
- Navigate to Settings.
- Scroll down to the bottom and select Initialization.
- Select Restore Default Settings.
- Select Restore.
- Hit Yes.
What to do if your PS4 still has connection issues after a network reset?
If your PS4 still has a network problem after restoring it to its default settings, that can indicate that the cause may either be found deep within the firmware, or by something outside of it.
To check if the issue is an internal firmware problem, consider wiping the console by doing a factory reset (Initialize PS4 option). This can be done under Initialization menu, or when the console is running on Safe Mode. Factory reset or Initialization option will delete your game data so be sure to create a backup ahead of time.
If the problem is still there even after a factory reset, the real reason is most likely with your connection. Consider doing some network troubleshooting to fix it. You may also consider getting help from your ISP if you have slow or intermittent connection problem.
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© Westend61/Getty Images It's possible to link your Epic Games account to a PlayStation Network account. Westend61/Getty Images- You can link your Epic Games account to a PS4 through a PlayStation Network account.
- Epic Games does not currently have an app for the PlayStation 4, so you will need to link your PlayStation Network account on the desktop website.
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Ps Vita Link To Ps4
If you're a gamer, you know that linking your gaming accounts across various systems is the way to go. This can be done with your Epic Games account as well. However, there isn't currently an app supporting Epic Games that is also PS4-compatible.
If you want to link your Epic Games account to your PlayStation Network account, it's still possible — you'll just need to do so on the Epic Games website. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to link the two.
How to link an Epic Games account to a PS4
1. On a computer, go to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Hover your cursor over your username in the upper right corner of the screen so that a dropdown menu appears. In the dropdown menu, click on 'Account.'
© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Click 'Account' in the dropdown menu under your username. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider3. In the sidebar, click on 'Connections.'
© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Click 'Connections' from the menu on the left. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider4. On the Connections page, click on the 'Accounts' tab.
© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Click the Accounts tab. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider5. Scroll down to the PlayStation Network field and click the blue 'Connect' button underneath it.
© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Click 'Connect' in the tile for PlayStation Network. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider6. Click on 'Link account.'
© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Click 'Link Account.' Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider7. You may be prompted to sign in to your Playstation Network account; if so, follow the instruction prompts in the window that appears.
8. When you return to the Accounts tab, you'll see that the Playstation Network field now has a gray button labeled 'Disconnect' instead of 'Connect.' This shows that your Epic Games account is now successfully linked to your PlayStation Network account, meaning you can access it on your PlayStation 4.
© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider The button under 'PlayStation Network' will now say 'Disconnect,' indicating that it has successfully been connected. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider