PlayStation 5 is one of the best-selling next-generation consoles. Although its launch is not that long every time, people buy one of these consoles. But like any device, PS5 consoles can have some problems that can ruin the game, sometimes they are external errors and that is exactly what we will talk about in this article.
Let's talk about a rare error, the WS-116414-7 error. Let's see how the WS-116414-7 error can occur, how we can fix it, and what measures you can take to prevent this error from becoming very common.
What is the cause of the WS error codes?
The only cause of this WS error code is an error in the configuration or in the Internet connection system. This error will either prevent you from playing online or won't allow you to download and save any games, and if you're an avid gamer, you won't want to miss out on confirmed PS5 games.
While the error gets resolved, what you can do is play with the ones that are already in memory or on a disk. Of course, this bug takes some of the fun out of the PS5 as it doesn't allow you to share with others while playing online.
It is important that you know that this WS-116414-7 error is a momentary error and is not entirely serious, there are ways to fix it so that you can fully enjoy the game. Let's see below three ways to fix it, hopefully some will fix you.
How can I fix the WS-116414-7 error?
As we have already mentioned, thank goodness that it is a momentary error and that can be solved quickly, compared to other errors that occur in the PS, this error is nothing
Reset your internet connection
One of the most common causes is that it is due to an internet failure or some Wifi error, so to fix it you can remove the LAN cable located in the back, so as to be able to restore the Internet connection. To see if it worked, try connecting the console to the network again. In case it doesn't work for you, try this:
Turn off the modem and restart it
Try to do this, turn off the modem and restart it. You are about to take the charger from the router or modem and unplug it, this will turn off the power, wait just a few minutes and turn the router or modem back on. In this way, the WS-116414-7 error can be resolved immediately.
If you are unable to resolve the error, disconnect the LAN cable from the modem and connect it directly to the console, if during this procedure you reconnect to the network, it only means that the cause of the problem is the modem and it needs to be replaced. And the last way to solve is as follows:
Please wait a moment to retry
If it hasn't worked for you so far, try waiting a moment to try again. Turn off the console and unplug it from the power source and wait 5 minutes and try to connect it to the network. When you link it again, you will log into your account without any problems.
Is there any way to prevent this error from happening on your PlayStation 5?
It would be very beneficial if this error could be checked, but sadly it is something that is out of your hands. This is a strange error that occurs in the PS5, it is more a problem that originates with the modem or with the Internet than with the console itself.
Even so, you can prove that every time you connect the console to the network, you check everything, as is the cable, the speed of the Internet and in this way you will be sure that everything is fine. A recommendation is that if you are not staying at home for a while and are not using the Internet connection, you can discount the modem, this will give the modem more useful life and be safe when using it with your consular.
In case you have other problems with the PS5 it is good that you look for information on the PlayStation page, you will find further help from the creators of the consoles.
