[Solved] PS4 NAT Type error / NAT Type Failed

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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ThePS4NAT Type Failed error is aPlayStation 4voice chat issue that often arises in Party Chat and when playing games.

When the issue arises, the console displays aNAT Type Failederror message.

NAT is the Network Address Translation that translates public IP addresses to private IP alternatives.

The NAT Type error can be fixed by adjusting network settings to change the NAT type.

How can I fix the PS4 NAT Type Failed error?

1. Reconfigure your PlayStation’s 4 network settings

2. Enable the Demilitarized Zone Server

3. Disable IPV6

To disable IPV6, log in to your router’s firmware as outlined for the second resolution.

Then, you will need to look for an IPV6 setting within yourrouter firmware.

Disable theIPV6setting, and select to utilizeIPV4instead.

4. Enable your router’s Universal Plug and Play

5. Change your console’s DNS server to Google DNS

Those are some of the resolutions that can potentially fix thePS4NAT Type error. If further potential resolutions are required, you can contact the live chat service at thePlayStation Supportsite.

[Solved] PS4 NAT Type error / NAT Type Failed#

How can I fix the PS4 NAT Type Failed error?#

1. Reconfigure your PlayStation’s 4 network settings#

2. Enable the Demilitarized Zone Server#

3. Disable IPV6#

4. Enable your router’s Universal Plug and Play#

5. Change your console’s DNS server to Google DNS#