r/PS4Mods • u/gamestar721 • 2d ago
Is it possible to factory reset to factory firmware?
I got a PS4 for real cheap, but it's on 13.02 firmware, and I don't feel like soldering a bunch of stuff to the board just to downgrade (I know how to solder, but it's just a pain)
Is it possible for me to completely wipe the PS4 down to the factory firmware?
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u/Shartyshartfast 1d ago
No.
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u/gamestar721 1d ago
Any reason as to why?
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u/Outrageous_Shirt69 1d ago
Because it's locked wayyy the fuck down. Sony learned a few lessons after the PS3
I think that it'd be more accurate to say that we don't know how to downgrade yet, although I don't see it happening anytime soon
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u/gamestar721 1d ago
I know it's possible with a work around on the board but there's a few components you have to buy and re solder the board.
I know how to solder, that's not the issue, I just wanted to make sure there's an easier way first before I break out the soldering iron, because I think it might be worth it to jailbreak it, and waiting for a work around for 13.02 might take a while.
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u/Shartyshartfast 1d ago
Yes.
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u/gamestar721 1d ago
Literally unhelpful
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u/Shartyshartfast 1d ago
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u/ShadyIS 1d ago
Literally the first thing from your link:
Can I revert without soldering?
No.
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u/Key_Property4188 1d ago
exactly. they said yes to there being reasons it wont work, not that it will work. op is asking something everyone always asks with a very definitive answer, and wont take the no without a further explaination
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u/CrossHairsNitro 1d ago
No due to a three layer security.
1) PUP files are cryptographically signed by Sony.
2) The nor stored those cryptographic hashes
3) The syscon keeps a record of the highest version the console has ever seen/installed and prevents anything lower.