Protected Mode is a diagnostic mode on the PlayStation 4 (PS4) that enables customers to troubleshoot and restore widespread system points. It may be entered by holding down the ability button on the PS4 console for seven seconds, till the system beeps twice. Protected Mode affords a number of choices, together with the flexibility to rebuild the PS4’s database, replace the system software program, and reset the console to manufacturing facility settings.
In some instances, customers might have to take their PS4 out of Protected Mode with out utilizing a USB drive. This may be finished by following these steps: