2 days ago · If your PS4 controller won’t connect, try a different USB cable, in case the original one has failed. You can also reset the PS4 controller by pressing the button on the back of the controller. If your controller still won’t connect to your PS4, you might need to get support from Sony. If it's reverted back to factory settings, it probably needs an official DS4 to connect to it initially. PES 2009 Posts: 1,146. Forum Member. . 17/07/19 - 07:16 #7. Looks like I'll have to get an official controller, was hoping I wouldn't have to as they are not exactly cheap at the moment. chrisw99 Posts: 2,403. Make a 50/50 measured solution of isopropyl rubbing alcohol and water. Use a microfiber cloth to slightly dampen with the solution. Use the microfiber cloth towel to wipe around the exterior of Fix #4: Use The Right USB Cable. You may not be aware that not all USB cables will work on your controller, especially after you reset it. You have to either use the original cable or get a cable that offers the same specifications. We recommend Mastercables PS4 Controller Charger Cable. It will fix the issue 99% of the time. Power cycle the console. Unplug the controller from the console. Press the reset button at the back of the controller. Use a pin to push and hold the button for 5 to 7 seconds. Plug back your controller to the console. Press the PS button to turn on the PS4. How to reset PS4 Playstation 4 controller. How to sync PS4 controller. How to wipe PS4 Controller data. If PS4 controller not working how to test and resync It's worth to note that the controller worked when I started in safe mode. I've tried with 3 different cables, I've reset the controller, I've reset the PS4, I've done pretty much everything I How to reconnect PS4 controller to PS4 http://hemijarvis.com My goal is to share strategies on how to have a better gaming experience with your ps4 and ps5 c Steps to reset your PS4 controller are as follows: Press the tiny hardware reset button. Below the left trigger, you’ll find a small hole, to open this hole, you can use a toothpick or any other tiny Bobby pin to insert inside the hole. You can also press the PS4 button further to execute the reset. I just bought a PS4 Pro. I initialized the PS4 Pro. Now I am at the setup screen. It wants me to connect a Dualshock 4 controller using a usb cable and the press the PS button. I don't have a real Dualshock 4 controller. I used a Nacon Revolution Unlimited Pro controller (wired usb) and it does not recognize the PS button when pressed. IFrFiH.