PS4: Error E-801809A8 - you can do that
When installing firmware 5.0, the error E-801809A8 is displayed for some PS4 players. You can find out what you can do in this case in this practical tip.
PS4: Error E-801809A8 - that's (probably)
- The error message appears for many players after updating the firmware to version 5.0.
- Probably a broken Blu-ray player is causing the problem. There is no official solution from Sony yet. Forums describe a way to initialize Ps4 in safe mode.
- However, the same forum continues to state that this procedure only leads to the loss of all images and personal data on the PS4.
PS4: Error E-801809A8 - you can do that
- The error message seems to be due to an error on the Blu-ray player, but you probably do not need to replace this component: A user describes that it is sufficient to remove the player and carefully insert it again.
- However, you will lose your warranty claim against Sony. To access the Blu-ray player, you have to remove the four stickers from the manufacturer.
- However, do not open your PS4 without detailed instructions, otherwise it may be even more broken afterwards. Illustrated step-by-step instructions for expanding the Blu-ray player on the PS4 can be found, for example, at ifixit.com.
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