If your PlayStation 4 won’t turn on, you may hear a beeping sound and see a light, or there may be no signs of life. A number of issues can cause this problem, but there are a few simple troubleshooting steps you can follow to get your console working again.

If your PS4 won’t turn on, there could be a hardware, software, firmware, or power issue at fault. Hardware issues, like bad power supplies and broken power buttons, are best left to the professionals. Software and power issues are often much easier to fix, so chances are you can get your PS4 up and running again without a costly repair bill.

When software issues cause a PS4 to not turn on, it’s usually caused by an incomplete system update, corrupt files, or even a bad hard drive. These are all easy enough to fix, and your PS4 comes with a built-in safe mode that you can use to perform many repairs.

Power problems are also relatively easy to identify and usually fix. You may have a problem with your power cord, power strip, surge protector, or electrical outlet. By carefully trying different combinations, you can safely identify the source and fix the problem.