What to Do When PS5 Controller Won’t Connect
When your PS5 controller won’t connect, try resetting it by locating the small reset button on the back of the controller and pressing it with a small tool, or re-syncing it by connecting the controller to the PS5 using a USB cable and pressing the PS button. If the issue persists, check for Bluetooth interference, update the controller’s software, and ensure that the USB ports and cable are functioning properly, as these are common issues that can be easily resolved to get your PS5 controller working again.
Troubleshooting Steps
To troubleshoot the issue, start by restarting your PS5 console and controller, then try pairing the controller again. If you’re still experiencing issues, try using a different USB cable or USB port to rule out any problems with the connection.
Common Issues and Solutions
PS5 Controller Blinking Blue Light
If your PS5 controller is blinking blue, it’s trying to pair with the console, but if it continues to flash, there may be a problem with syncing between devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is my PS5 controller not pairing? Your PS5 controller may not be pairing due to a faulty USB cable, Bluetooth interference, or outdated software. Try resetting the controller or updating the software to resolve the issue.
- How do I resync my PS5 controller to my PS5? To resync your PS5 controller, connect it to the PS5 using a USB cable and press the PS button. You can also go to Settings > Accessories > General > Bluetooth Accessories to pair additional controllers.
- What does the blinking blue light on the PS5 controller mean? The blinking blue light on the PS5 controller indicates that it’s trying to pair with the console. However, if it continues to flash, there may be a problem with syncing between devices.
- How do I reboot a PS5 controller? To reboot a PS5 controller, use a paper clip or toothpick to press the reset button on the back of the controller for at least five seconds.
- Why won’t my PS5 controller connect to the console? Your PS5 controller may not connect to the console due to a faulty USB cable, Bluetooth interference, or outdated software. Try resetting the controller or updating the software to resolve the issue.
- How do I reset a PlayStation controller? To reset a PlayStation controller, use a paper clip or toothpick to press the reset button on the back of the controller for at least five seconds.
- Can resetting the controller fix stick drift? Resetting the controller may resolve stick drift issues, but it’s not a guaranteed fix. You may need to try other solutions, such as cleaning the controller or updating the software.
- How do I find my lost PS5 controller? You can use a Tile Slim tracker to locate your lost PS5 controller. Simply pair the tracker with your controller and use the Tile app to ring the tracker and find your controller.
- Why isn’t my PlayStation controller connecting? Your PlayStation controller may not be connecting due to a faulty USB cable, Bluetooth interference, or outdated software. Try resetting the controller or updating the software to resolve the issue.
- Can I connect any controller to PS5? You can use a PS4 controller on a PS5, but only to play PS4 games. To pair a PS4 controller with your PS5, press and hold the Share and PS buttons on the controller until the lights around the touchpad start to blink.
- Can you update PS5 controller without USB? With the PS5’s latest 7.0 firmware update, you can update your DualSense controller wirelessly without connecting it to the console using a USB cable.
- How much does it cost to fix a PS5 controller? The cost to fix a PS5 controller varies depending on the issue, but non-warranty repairs can range from $19.95 to $85.
- Who can fix my PS5 controller? You can take your PS5 controller to a uBreakiFix by Asurion store for repair. They have over 700 locations nationwide and offer warranty and non-warranty repairs.
- Do PlayStation 5 controllers have a warranty? PS5 controllers have a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase. If your controller is still under warranty, you can contact Sony for repair or replacement.
- Why does my PS5 controller flash orange once then nothing? If your PS5 controller flashes orange once then stops, it’s likely because the controller is fully charged. When the console is in rest mode, the light bar on the controller slowly blinks orange until it’s fully charged, at which point it turns off.