CE-30005-8
Cannot Start Application / Disc or HDD Read Error
⚠️ Important Warning
Apply these solutions with caution.
Refer to official manufacturer website for authoritative information. For reference only.
Official Solution
Remove the game disc and check for scratches.
Reboot, then enter Safe Mode → Rebuild Database.
If the error returns, delete and reinstall the game; replace or reseat the internal HDD if needed.
Common Symptoms
- "Cannot start the application" message plus CE-30005-8
- Appears after installing large patches or when the HDD makes clicking noises
- Often affects a single disc title while digital games remain fine
Hardware Information
Most cases point to a dirty / damaged Blu-ray surface or bad sectors on the PS4 HDD.
Repeated failures across all discs suggest a failing hard drive or loose SATA cable.
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Step-by-Step Solutions
Clean the disc and retry installation
Remove the game disc, check for scratches or dirt, clean gently with a soft cloth from center to edge, then retry installation
Power off → Safe Mode → Rebuild Database
Power off console completely, then hold power button until second beep to enter Safe Mode, select 'Rebuild Database' option
Delete the game's data and reinstall (back up saves first)
Back up save data to cloud or USB, delete the problematic game completely, then reinstall from disc or download
Reseat / replace the internal HDD and SATA cable
Power down console, remove hard drive, check connections, reseat drive and SATA cable, or replace with new drive if needed
Perform a full PS4 initialization and restore cloud saves
Back up all save data, perform full system initialization in Settings, then restore saves and reinstall games