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CE-108889-4

System Software Update Needed

Your PS5 is running outdated system software and needs an update before the requested action can proceed. Can also appear when a system update installed incorrectly.

What causes this error

  • System software out of date
  • Previously failed or corrupted system update

How to fix CE-108889-4

  1. 1

    Go to Settings > System > System Software > System Software Update and Settings > Update Now.

  2. 2

    If the update fails over the internet, download the PS5UPDATE.PUP file from playstation.com to a USB drive.

  3. 3

    Create the folder path PS5/UPDATE/ on the USB drive and place the update file inside.

  4. 4

    Boot into Safe Mode (option 3) to update from the USB drive.

  5. 5

    Contact PlayStation Support if all update methods fail.

FAQ

What causes PS5 error CE-108889-4?

System software out of date Previously failed or corrupted system update

How do I fix PS5 error CE-108889-4?

Go to Settings > System > System Software > System Software Update and Settings > Update Now. If the update fails over the internet, download the PS5UPDATE.PUP file from playstation.com to a USB drive. Create the folder path PS5/UPDATE/ on the USB drive and place the update file inside. Boot into Safe Mode (option 3) to update from the USB drive. Contact PlayStation Support if all update methods fail.

Do I need to reset my PS5 to fix this error?

A full factory reset is rarely needed. Start with the basic steps: restart the console, check for updates, and rebuild the database in Safe Mode. Only contact PlayStation Support or consider a reset if all other steps fail.

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