What Is PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6, Cause Of PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6 And How To Fix PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6

What Is PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6 WS-45485-6 is the error that the players face in many cases. Some of them are fed off with the WS-45485-6 error. Here is the article, which tells What Is PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6, Cause Of PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6 and How To Fix PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6.

by Janani

Updated Feb 28, 2023

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What Is PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6, Cause Of PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6 And How To Fix PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6
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What Is PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6?

WS-45485-6 is the error that occurs mainly because of problems on the PlayStation’s side, not the user’s side. The WS-45485-6 error occurs when it shows "The prepaid card could not be redeemed." Please try again later. ( WS-45485-6)". On the Twitter page, many users have reported this error.

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Cause Of PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6

There could be several causes for the PS4 error code WS-45485-6. Here are some of the causes due to which the error code WS-45485-6 might have occurred.

1) Issue With The PlayStation’s Side

Mostly, the issue on the PlayStation side causes this error.

2) Issue With PS Console And Routers 

In some cases, the problems due to the PS Console And Routers also cause this error. 

3) Incorrect Settings In The PlayStation’s DNS Settings

In some cases, if you change the PlayStation’s DNS settings, then it might solve the error. So, the incorrect settings in the PlayStation’s DNS settings could be mentioned as a cause.

4) No Connection Between The PlayStation Could Connect To The Internet

In some cases, no connection between the PlayStation and the internet could cause the error code WS-45485-6.

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How To Fix PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6

There are many methods that you could use to solve the PS4 error code WS-45485-6. Here are the methods you could follow to fix the error code WS-45485-6.

1) Start Up The Console And Router 

If there is a temporary issue with how the PS console and Sony servers speak to each other, the data packets might not be parsed properly on the console or its servers. This might cause the WS-45485-6 error. So, you might restart the PS console and router in order to get rid of the WS-45485-6 error.

  • For that, put the router and console to sleep.
  • Next, unplug both the console and the router from their respective power sources and take out or remove all the networking cables from the router.
  • Then, patiently wait for 5 minutes, and plug the internet cable back into the router.
  • Now, connect the LAN cable to the console again (in case the LAN connection is used on the console).
  • Next, plug the router’s power cord back in and switch it on.
  • After the router is switched on correctly, switch on the PlayStation and check if the 45485-6 error is gone.

2) Make Sure If The PlayStation Could Connect To The Network(Internet)

Sometimes issues with the servers could cause the 45485-6 error. It can be caused by a bug in the console’s communication modules. So, check the PlayStation’s network connection to solve the problem. Prior to that, confirm that both the PlayStation servers and the game servers are up and running.

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  • First, open the Settings menu and tap the network.
  • Next, tap Test Internet Connection, and then wait for a while till the test completes.
  • Now, see if the WS error is gone from the PlayStation.
  • If it is not effective, then the problem is because of Wi-Fi, so move the PlayStation console close to the router and check if that solves the problem.

3) Change The PlayStation’s DNS Settings

If the network’s DNS servers are not able to translate the web addresses of the Sony servers, the WS-45485-6 error code might occur. In that case, changing the PlayStation’s DNS settings might solve error 45485-6.

  • First, open Network from the PlayStation Settings menu.
  • Next, tap Setup Internet Connection and select LAN or Wi-Fi for the connection type.
  • Now, go to Custom and change the settings for the IP Address field to Automatic.
  • Then, select "Do Not Specify" for the DHCP host name field and "Manual" for the DNS field.
  • Next, select how to set the following DNS values:
  • Here, adjust and set MTU Settings to Automatic and Proxy Server to Do Not Use.
  • After that, tap "Test Internet Connection." Once the test is done, see if the error 45485-6 is gone.
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4) Try A Different Network Or Type Of Network

If the ISP makes it difficult for the console to speak to its servers, then it will be impossible for the console or its servers to read the data packets correctly. In such a case, the PlayStation could show the 45485-6 error code. So, you could try a different network or a different type of network to solve the error.

  • First, check if the error goes away after you connect the PS console to a LAN connection (if the issue occurs over Wi-Fi).
  • If it doesn't work and the problem is on the LAN, disconnect the LAN.Then, connect the console to the internet via Wi-Fi.
  • Next, plug the LAN cable back in and check if the 45485-6 error is solved.
  • If not, remove the PlayStation from the current network and connect it to a different network, such as a mobile phone’s hotspot.


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What Is PS4 Error Code WS-45485-6 - FAQs

1. What is Playstation? 

PlayStation is a video gaming brand. 

2. What does the PlayStation feature?

PlayStation is a video gaming brand that consists of five home video game consoles, two handhelds, a media center, and a smartphone, as well as an online service and multiple magazines.

3. When was the first PlayStation console released?

The first PlayStation console was released in Japan in December 1994. 

4. Who is the owner of PlayStation?

Sony Interactive Entertainment is the owner of PlayStation. 

5. When was Playstation 4 released?

PlayStation 4 was released in 2013. 

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