How to transfer data from PS4 to PS4 Pro

PlayStation 4 Pro is officially available now and, if you have already, you may be wondering how to transfer your data from your PS4 to PS4 Pro.

Well, thanks for this simple task when you know the steps you need to take – in fact it's pretty much the same as the transfer process between two standard PS4s – so we've collected everything you need to do. transfer to PS4 Pro, as explained on the PlayStation Blog, below.

Transferring from PS4 to PS4 Pro – all you need first

While we've rounded up everything you may need to know about PS4 Pro in general separately, there are a few details to keep in mind before getting into the transfer process:

• Your old PS4 isn't removable – All data copied on the new PS4 Pro, it's not technologically transmitted. You will need to manually delete it if you want to delete data from the old console.
• Erase your old PS4 if you want to sell or sell it – To do so, refer to Settings, is Getting started, is Initialise PS4, is It's full. Be warned though this will erase all the physical storage on your PS4. Backing up to the cloud or external hard drive first and checking the duplicate transfer has been successful on the Pro before doing this!
• Do not cut power during transmission – this can lead to data loss, so be careful.
• Details in the new console are being rewritten – that means whatever you've done in the new console before you make the transfer will be deleted when the transfer is complete. Do not start any new games on the Pro before transfer if you want to keep that save.
• You need both consoles for a full transfer – if you have already sold or traded on your original PS4, unfortunately you cannot transfer the entire program to the PS4 Pro. However, you can still reload any purchased PSN games and apps in the PlayStation Store. If you have a PS Plus, you can also reload any saved game data you have stored in the free cloud storage that you get as a Plus member.
• Each time you transfer, the HDD formatts to a new console – That means if you try to do it a second time, it will erase everything from the PS4 Pro you're transferring to.

What can you transfer from PS4 to PS4 Pro?

• Game data will transfer – all downloaded games, embedded in game data from disc games, and most importantly your saved data will transfer.
• Folders.
• Screenshots and videos
• Qualifications – Only your corresponding city data will transmit, so be sure to double check if they're all integrated first. This should be the default whenever you connect to the internet on your PS4.
• Messages
• Profile information – all accounts are logged into your old PS4 with the PSN ID will transfer to PS4 Pro.

What cannot be transferred from PS4 to PS4 Pro?

• Passwords – on any app, including your PSN, Netflix, and Amazon passwords.
• Profile information – From any accounts you have no Sign in to your PS4 using PSN ID.
• Unconventional Trophies – Similar to any other unmatched trophy data.

How to transfer your data from PS4 to PS4 Pro

With these points in mind, you do not know how to proceed with the transfer. Here's how to do it, step by step:

1. Take an ethernet or LAN cable, both comforting hearts – only Pro needs to be connected to your TV, but the standard PS4 still requires the power and the internet connection itself. A LAN cable to connect the two, which we explain below in discussion.
2. Make sure both programs are up to date – you need to be on software 4.0 or higher both of them to comfort. Head to Settings, is Software updates double check.
3. Connect to the Internet and sign up for PSN – Turn on both sides, make sure they're both in line, and sign in to PSN with both. Either Wi-Fi or LAN is fine.
4. Connect PS4 Pro to TV – your old PS4 needs to be switched online. We recommend that we both get closer to the truth, so you can quickly check that they are both online before starting to transfer to Pro.
5. Follow the release on your PS4 Pro -first login, Pro will ask you if you want to transfer data from your old PS4. Make sure you want to start the process, then it's old PS4, press and hold the Power button for about a second, until you hear the beep.
6. Connect the two pins with the LAN cable – You can also connect each console separately than your router if that's convenient; this will not affect the process.
7. Select the data you would like to transfer – Applications, Databases, Captures, Themes, and settings are your ways. Check each one you would like to send.
8. Activate the PS4 Pro as your primary console – Select Yes, this PS4 worked when prompted, as well as selecting any users you would like to be their primary console.

That's all! As we said it is a simple process and involves following the steps submitted to your Pro, but if you have any questions about the PS4 Pro, including everything from performance improvements to new Pro-made game lists, be sure to take a look at our guide on everything we know about PS4 Pro.