The PS4 controller is defective/malfunctional or not compatible with the current firmware update you’re running.

So, let’s list below the most common reasons for this issue: When you get a message saying:” Connect the Dualshock 4 using the USB cable and then press the PS button“, that means there’s a problem either with your controller, your USB connection or the PS4 system.

We’ll also provide you with efficient solutions to work around this problem and get your PS4 controller working again. This issue happens due to several reasons that we will illustrate in this article. A user connects the PS4 controller to the console, yet when they turn on the PS4 they receive a large message on the screen saying: “ Connect the Dualshock 4 using the USB cable and then press the PS button“, just as you can see in the image below: Continued abuse of our services will cause your IP address to be blocked indefinitely.One of the most common issues PS4 users get on their console is when the system won’t respond to the controller. Please fill out the CAPTCHA below and then click the button to indicate that you agree to these terms. If you wish to be unblocked, you must agree that you will take immediate steps to rectify this issue. If you do not understand what is causing this behavior, please contact us here.

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