Click each step to see the action. You can also click the picture or use the arrow keys.

  • 1.

    Press the power button.

  • 2. The PS5 will turn on.
  • 3.

    Plug the cable into the controller, then plug the other end into the USB slot on the front of the PS5.

  • 4.

    Press the PS button on the controller.

  • 5.

    Scroll to the desired language, then press the X button.

  • 6.

    Press Up or Down to adjust the display area to the desired size, then select OK and press the X button.

  • 7.

    Insert a game disc to install it while the setup continues (not available on digital only console) or select Continue Without Disc and press the X button.

  • 8.

    Scroll to the desired power option (E.g., Low Power Use), then press the X button.

  • 9. Scroll to OK and press the X button.
  • 10.

    Scroll to I Agree and press the X button.

  • 11.

    Scroll to Confirm and press the X button.

  • 12. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter your Sign-in ID and Password, then select Sign In and press the X button.
  • 13. Press the X button.
  • 14.

    Scroll to the desired option (E.g., Do This Later) and press the X button.

  • 15.

    Your Playstation 5 is now setup.