PlayStation Portal For Remote Play with PS5

Set Up PlayStation Portal For Remote Play with PS5 – Guide

Sony’s new PlayStation Portal lets you play your PS5 games remotely! Here’s a step-by-step guide to setting up your PlayStation Portal and start playing.

What You’ll Need:

  • PlayStation 5

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  • PlayStation Account

  • PlayStation Portal

  • WiFi Network

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Setting Up PlayStation Portal Remote Play:

1. Turn on the PlayStation Portal

Press the power button on the top left corner.

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How to Set Up PlayStation Portal Remote Play

2. Select Your Language

Choose your preferred language when prompted.

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Select your desired system language

3. Connect to WiFi

Choose your WiFi network.

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Choose your WiFi network

4. Important: The Same Network

Make sure your PlayStation 5 is connected to the same WiFi network.

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5. Sign in to Your PlayStation Account

Scan the QR code with your phone to quickly sign in. Use the same account that you use on your PlayStation 5.

Scanning the QR code

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6. Select Your PS5

The PlayStation Portal will prompt you to choose the PlayStation 5 console you want to play games from.

Enabling Remote Play on Your PlayStation 5

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1. Turn on Your PS5

Make sure your PS5 is connected to the same WiFi network as your PlayStation Portal.

2. Go to Settings

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Open the Settings menu on your PS5 and select “System”.

Settings menu and navigate to System.

3. Enable Remote Play

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Select “Remote Play” and make sure it’s turned ON.

Select the Remote Play option

Adjust PS5 Rest Mode Settings

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To avoid your PS5 going into rest mode while you’re using Remote Play, you’ll need to adjust the settings:

1. Go to System Settings: Open the Settings menu on your PS5 and select “System”.

2. Select “Power Saving”: Under “System”, choose “Power Saving”.

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Power Saving option.

3. Adjust Rest Mode Settings: Select “Features Available in Rest Mode” and enable:
* “Stay Connected to the Internet”
* “Enable Turning On PS5 from the network”

Turning On PS5 from the network.

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Start Playing!

Your PlayStation Portal is now connected to your PS5! Press the “X” button to access the PS5 home menu and start playing your favorite games.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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  • Does the PlayStation Portal work with older PlayStation consoles? No, only with the PlayStation 5.

  • Can I use the PlayStation Portal outside? Yes, as long as you’re connected to WiFi.

  • What network speed do I need for Remote Play? 50Mbps or more is recommended.

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  • Does the PlayStation Portal have a headphone jack? Yes, a 3.5mm jack.

  • How much does the PlayStation Portal cost? $199.

  • Will Sony’s headphones work with the PlayStation Portal? Yes, the Pulse headset and Pulse Wireless earbuds are compatible.

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  • Where can I buy the PlayStation Portal? Sony’s PlayStation store or major electronics retailers.

Enjoy your remote gaming experience with the PlayStation Portal!

Closing Thoughts

This concludes the guide on how to set up your PlayStation Portal for Remote Play with your PlayStation 5. It’s important to note that you need to own a PlayStation 5 to utilize this feature, and the device does not have the option to play games stand-alone.

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