Sony Playstation Vita

Recovery Mode

1. Turn OFF your PS Vita (Press Power Button for 10 seconds)
2. Now press and hold “R” + Power + PS (PlayStation Button)
3. Wait…
4. Now you’re in Recovery Menu (Mode)

Recovery Menu Options and Description

1. Restart System - Boots your system as normal without changing any settings or files.
2. Rebuild Database - Rewrite corrupted files within the database, potentially eliminating future issues. This feature should not erase any of your saved data or settings.
3. Format the memory card - Format or erase data in the memory card.
4. Restore PS Vita System - Restore the system to factory settings, data, firmware and internal flash.
5. System Update - Allow the user to update the latest firmware from Sony.