UMS Not Detected On PS4 [4 Simple Solutions]

Today we will brief you about UMS not detected on PS4 error and what can be done in order to resolve it. Although it can be quickly fixed by disabling the Windows Defender Firewall, there are some more fixes you can implement to rectify the error.

Key Takeaways

• Sometimes PS4 fails to detect UMS because of Windows Defender Firewall.
• To fix this issue, you should turn off the Windows Defender Firewall.
• Always use the latest UMS version to avoid any inconveniences.

UMS Not Detected On PS4 Causes & Fixes

This is one of the most common errors that occur on PS4. It usually happens because of Windows Defender Firewall. The other reason is the various network adapters, and the UMS automatic selector fails to recognize the correct one.

Also Read: PS4 Error WS-37469-9

Here, we have described all of the solutions to this problem so that you can resolve it easily.

Disable Windows Defender Firewall

The foremost thing to do is to disable the Windows Defender Firewall. It is the reason your PS4 is not detecting the UMS, so it should be turned off. To do it, follow this procedure:

1. Click on the “Start” button.
2. Navigate to “Settings.”
   

   

3. Select “Update & Security.”

   

4. Now, go to “Windows Security” and click on “Firewall & Network Protection.”

   

5. Choose a network profile as per your preference.

   

6. Turn off the “Microsoft Defender Firewall” settings to disable it.

   

Configure Network Settings

You should modify your Network settings manually to resolve this issue. You can configure network settings by following these steps:

1. Turn on your PC.
2. Click on your keyboard’s “Start” button or the one displayed on the taskbar.
3. Go to “Settings.”
4. Select “Network & Internet.”

   

5. Choose “Ethernet” and click on the ethernet network you are using.

   

6. Now, select “Edit” from “IP Assignment.”
7. Click on “Manual.” From here, you can manually select and modify your IP settings.
8. When you are finished modifying the settings, click on “Save.”

Use The Latest UMS Version

An outdated app version of the Universal Media Server (UMS) might be the cause of this issue. Always keep it up to date by following this method:

1. Switch on your PC.
2. Open the browser.
3. Go to https://www.universalmediaserver.com/download/.

   

4. If there is the latest version, click on “Download” to install it.
5. Set it up and connect it to your PlayStation to check if it’s detected by it or not.

Restart PS4 Through Safe Mode

Restarting the PS4 using Safe Mode is a good option as it sometimes aids in solving the problem as it did in PlayStation Error CE-35694-7. You can do it by following the steps mentioned below:

1. Switch off your PS4.
2. Press and hold on to the console’s power button for at least 7 seconds. Leave it when you have heard two beeps.
3. You will enter Safe Mode. Do as the instructions on-screen say.
4. Now, click on “Restart the PS4.”

   

5. After some minutes, your PlayStation will be restarted. Check if the UMS is being detected on it.

What To Do When Every Solution Fails To Fix The Issue

When your every effort to fix this error is in vain, you should consider switching the media service. As suggested by many users on Reddit, use Plex. Plex is a media service company that has a PS4 application. Also, check our guides on DNS Error NW-102311-8 On PS5 and PlayStation Vue Error 5001.

You can download it by following these steps:

1. Turn on your PS4.
2. Navigate to the “PlayStation Store.”

   

3. Go to the “Apps” menu.
4. Search for “Plex.” Download it for free.
5. Then, go back to the PS4 home screen and look for the app under the “TV and Video” section.

Final Words

We hope this guide has helped you fix the UMS not detected on PS4 error. Just remember always to turn off the Windows Defender Firewall and use the latest version of UMS.