Why does my PS4 Slim won’t fully power down?

When I faced this issue with my own console, I stumbled across the idea that it might be related to the internal clock. Oddly enough, resetting the system’s clock settings did the trick. 1. Navigate to ‘Settings,’ and go to ‘Date and Time.’ 2. Choose ‘Set Using Internet’ to make sure your time settings sync correctly.

Sometimes the issue lies within the PS4’s internal settings. If hardware and power settings don’t seem to work, resetting your console to factory settings could be a more drastic but effective solution. I had to reset my PS4 Slim because of various intermittent issues. 1. Back up all your data either to the cloud or an external drive. 2. Go to ‘Settings,’ then ‘Initialization,’ and choose ‘Initialize PS4.’ 3. Follow the prompts to reset your console. The reset cleared out any lingering problems and the system powered down as expected.

I had exactly the same issue with my PS4 Slim. After digging around forums and experimenting, I realized it was due to external devices connected via USB. Here’s what I did to identify the problem: 1. Disconnect all USB devices from the PS4. 2. Power down the system and see if it shuts down completely. 3. Reconnect devices one by one to find out if any specific one is causing the problem. In my case, a rogue external hard drive was the problem. Disconnecting it helped my PS4 Slim power down properly.

Manually having to unplug your PS4 is definitely not ideal. I had a similar experience and it turned out to be a problem with the software. Try restarting your PS4 in Safe Mode and then rebuilding the database. Here’s how: 1. Turn off your PS4 completely. 2. Hold down the power button until you hear two beeps. 3. Connect a DualShock 4 controller via USB and press the PS button. 4. In the Safe Mode menu, choose ‘Rebuild Database’ and let the console do its thing. Rebuilding the database helped clear up any system errors for me, and the PS4 started powering down correctly.

I had a similar issue with my PS4 Slim and discovered it was related to the console’s power settings. Here’s what I did to fix it: 1. Go to ‘Settings’ on your PS4 Slim. 2. Navigate to ‘Power Save Settings.’ 3. Check ‘Set Functions Available in Rest Mode’ and ensure you have only relevant features enabled. 4. Make sure ‘Stay Connected to the Internet’ and ‘Enable Turning On PS4 From Network’ are unchecked. Doing this helped resolve the issue and my console now shuts down completely every time.

The last suggestion I have — sometimes overlooked — involves ensuring the HDMI-CEC feature is disabled. This function allows the console to interact with other connected devices in unpredictable ways. 1. Go to ‘Settings,’ then ‘System.’ 2. Uncheck the box that says ‘Enable HDMI Device Link.’

From my experience working with multiple PS4 Slim consoles, there often isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. However, one contributing factor for this problem can be dusty vents leading to overheating issues: 1. Unplug the PS4 and move it to a well-ventilated area. 2. Use compressed air to blow out any dust from the air vents. 3. Let the system cool down completely before plugging it back in.

Also, it might simply be a glitch with the user profile. Creating a new user profile to see if that resolves the issue is worth trying: 1. Go to ‘Settings’ then ‘Users.’ 2. Create a new user profile and shut down the PS4 via this new profile. I hope one of these solutions helps!

I’ve found that dealing with power issues often directly ties to the hardware. It might be worth checking your power supply cables and even the electrical outlets you’re using. Here’s what you can do: 1. Unplug the power cable and let the PS4 rest for a few minutes. 2. Plug it back into a different outlet to rule out any power source issues. 3. If you can, try using a different power cable. In my case, a faulty power outlet was the culprit. Once I switched outlets, the PS4 powered down without any issues.

One of the likely reasons your PS4 Slim won’t fully power down could be due to a firmware issue. I’ve encountered this as well, where system updates don’t install correctly. Make sure your firmware is up to date: 1. Go to ‘Settings’ and select ‘System Software Update.’ 2. If an update is available, download and install it. Updating helped me get rid of the issue, and my PS4 Slim started shutting down normally.