OFW = Original Firmware from Sony
DEX = Original Firmware from Sony (Developer) only testing / debug PS4 consoles
CFW = Custom Firmware, professionally modified open PS4 firmware (There is not any custom firmware / exploits for PS4 yet) PlayStation 4 Operating System
Name: ORBIS OS
Based on: FreeBSD 9.0
Platform: 64 bits (x86_64)
Where to put PS4UPDATE.PUP file on usb drive
(Make the directory in folders on usb as stated here)
1. Connect the USB storage device that the update file is saved on, into your PS4.
2. Turn off the PlayStation 4 by pressing the power button. The power will blink for a few seconds before turning off.
3. Once the PlayStation 4 is off, press and hold the power button. Release it after you've heard two beeps: one when you first press, and another 7 seconds later.
4. Connect the DualShock 4 controller with the USB cable and press the PS button on the controller.
5. Select [Update System Software] Then follow the screen to complete the installation.
PS4 Official Firmware Download Links PS4 2.51 OFW - Released April 17, 2015 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 2.55 OFW - Released June 25, 2015 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 2.57 OFW - Released July 16, 2015 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 3.00 OFW - Released September 25, 2015 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 3.10 OFW - Released October 14, 2015 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 3.11 OFW - Released October 27, 2015 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 3.15 OFW - Released January 13, 2016 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 3.50 OFW [BETA] - Released March 2, 2016 You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 Custom Firmware Download Links
There is not any custom firmware / exploits for PS4 yet PS4 Tools
1. Red-EyeX32 - Playstation 4 Trophy Extractor You must login or register to view this content.
2. PS4 Video Streaming v2.5 You must login or register to view this content.
3. Specter - PlayStation 4 PKG Assessor You must login or register to view this content.
4. Red-EyeX32 - You must login or register to view this content.
5. Blast - You must login or register to view this content.
6. 2much4u - You must login or register to view this content.
PS4 Official Manuals You must login or register to view this content. Safe Mode Options
Restart System - Ends Safe Mode and restarts the PlayStation 4 normally.
Change Resolution - Changes the screen resolution to 480p when the PlayStation 4 is restarted.
Update System Software - Allows the PlayStation 4 to update the system software via Internet, USB Drive, or Disc.
Restore Default Settings - Restores the PlayStation 4 to the default factory settings.
Rebuild Database - Scans the drive and creates a new database of all content.
This operation may take a long time depending on the type and number of data items.
Initialize PS4 - Important: All data and settings will be lost by performing this step.
Deletes all user data and restores the PS4 as if it just came out of the box. This option is the same as [Initialize PS4] in the (Settings) menu. System software (firmware) is not deleted.
Initialize PS4 (Re-install System Software) - IMPORTANT: Deletes all information on the HDD, including the System Software. A message that states a USB storage device containing the System Software must be connected, is displayed. Then you can confirm the selection. Sources
PSX-Scene: You must login or register to view this content.
Nextgenupdate: You must login or register to view this content.
Playstation Developer Wiki: You must login or register to view this content.
Playstation Main Site: You must login or register to view this content.
Last edited by
Jon Snow ; 04-25-2017 at 01:15 PM.
Reason: Updating Firmware List
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