PlayStation 4 Setup Guide

PlayStation 4 Smart DNS Setup Guide

Follow this simple guide to set up UnGeo Smart DNS on your PlayStation 4 using the built-in network settings.

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Before You Start

Before changing your DNS settings, make sure your UnGeo account is active and your current IP address is added in your Client Area. If that is already done, continue with the DNS setup below.

1

Don’t have an account yet?

Choose a plan and create your UnGeo account before setting up DNS.

Get Started ›
2

Add your current IP address

Add your current IP address in the Client Area to allow UnGeo to work properly.

Register My IP Address ›

Once both are done, continue with the DNS setup steps.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1

Open PlayStation 4 Settings

From the PlayStation 4 home screen, open Settings.

2

Go to Network

Select Network from the settings menu.

3

Set Up Internet Connection

Select Set Up Internet Connection.

4

Choose Your Connection Type

Select Use Wi-Fi if your PS4 is connected wirelessly, or Use a LAN Cable if you are using Ethernet.

5

Select Custom

Choose Custom so you can change DNS settings manually.

6

Choose Your Wi-Fi Network

If you selected Wi-Fi, choose your Wi-Fi network from the list and enter your Wi-Fi password. Skip this step if you use a LAN cable.

7

Set IP Address Settings

Select Automatic for IP Address Settings.

8

Set DHCP Host Name

Select Do Not Specify for DHCP Host Name.

9

Change DNS Settings to Manual

Select Manual for DNS Settings.

10

Enter Your UnGeo Smart DNS servers

In the Primary DNS field, enter the primary UnGeo Smart DNS server shown in your Client Area. In the Secondary DNS field, enter the secondary UnGeo Smart DNS server.

11

Set MTU Settings

Select Automatic for MTU Settings.

12

Set Proxy Server

Select Do Not Use for Proxy Server.

13

Test Internet Connection

Select Test Internet Connection and wait for the test to complete.

14

Restart PlayStation 4

Restart your PlayStation 4 so the new DNS settings are fully applied.

15

You’re All Set!

Your PlayStation 4 is now ready to stream your favorite channels with UnGeo Smart DNS.

Setup Screenshots

Follow the screenshots below if you prefer a visual guide.

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Tip: Screens may look slightly different depending on your device version, network adapter, or system language.

How to Check If It’s Working

Visit the UnGeo DNS Check page to verify whether your device is using UnGeo Smart DNS correctly.

Go to DNS Check →

Troubleshooting

Open Settings → Network → Set Up Internet Connection and choose Custom. DNS Settings appears during the custom network setup flow.
Both can work, but a LAN cable is usually more stable for streaming and gaming. Choose the connection type you actually use on your PS4.
Check that IP Address Settings is set to Automatic, DHCP Host Name is Do Not Specify, MTU is Automatic, and Proxy Server is Do Not Use. Then enter your UnGeo Smart DNS servers again.
Restart your router and PS4, then repeat the setup. Make sure your Wi-Fi password is correct if you are using Wi-Fi.
Make sure your UnGeo account is active, your current IP address is added in the Client Area, and the UnGeo Smart DNS servers were entered correctly.
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FAQ

Yes. PlayStation 4 can use UnGeo Smart DNS by manually changing Primary DNS and Secondary DNS in the network settings.
Open Settings → Network → Set Up Internet Connection, choose Wi-Fi or LAN Cable, select Custom, then set DNS Settings to Manual.
No. UnGeo Smart DNS works through your PS4 network settings and does not require an app.
No. In most cases, set IP Address Settings to Automatic and only change DNS Settings to Manual.
Yes. Restarting PlayStation 4 helps apply the new DNS settings and refresh the connection.