When your PS4 keeps ejecting discs, it may simply eject them, beep, or provide an error message like this:
What Causes PS4 to Keep Ejecting Discs?
The main reasons your PS4 might keep ejecting discs are a problem with the eject button, a problem with the eject screw, software issues, and problems with the actual discs. Eject button issues are primarily limited to the original PlayStation 4 and its capacitive eject button, while the other problems affect all three versions of the PlayStation 4 equally.
Disc problems: Scratches and foreign materials like dirt, food, and other debris can cause the system to eject your disc immediately.Software problems: Power cycling the PS4 and updating the software usually solve these issues.Eject button: The capacitive eject button used by the PS4 is touchy, and it will cause the console to turn on by itself, beep randomly, and eject discs if it malfunctions. The rubber foot found under this button on the bottom side of the console is the most likely culprit.Eject Screw: This screw is used to eject discs from malfunctioning systems, but it can also cause unwanted ejections.
How to Stop a PS4 From Ejecting Your Discs
If you’re experiencing problems where your PS4 is ejecting discs when it shouldn’t, beeping, or providing an error message about not being able to read discs, follow this troubleshooting procedure.
What If Your PS4 Still Ejects Discs?
If your PlayStation 4 keeps ejecting discs even after following these troubleshooting tips, you should consider contacting Sony customer service. A warranty will often cover this type of problem, and Sony may be willing to help even if your console is no longer technically covered. To power cycle your PS4: To check for system software updates: The easy fix for this is also destructive and permanent:
