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System Update Method

The PlayStation®3 system software update may include security patches, new or revised settings and features and other items, which will change your current operating system. Check the version of your system software and maintain your system to always use the latest system software version.

 

 

You can update the PS3™ system software by any of the following methods.


Update using the PS3™ system's System Update feature.
Download update data using a PC and save on storage media or a USB Mass Storage device. Copy the update data to the PS3™ system's hard disk and perform the update.
Update using update data that is included on a game disc.

 

  • Do not perform updates using any data other than the official update data provided by our company over a network or on disc media, and do not perform updates by methods other than those described in our product documentation. If an update is performed using data from another source or by another method, there is no guarantee of proper operation and Sony Computer Entertainment will not be responsible for repairs or service under warranty.
  • System software included within this product is subject to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula。
  • This update is for customers who own PS3™ systems sold in SCE Asia area, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thai, Singapore, Malaysia. DO NOT update your PS3™ system through this Web site if you own a system purchased in a region other than SCE Asia area, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thai, Singapore, Malaysia. There is no guarantee of proper operation with other models of the PS3™ system.
 
 

System Update

Required items

  • PlayStation®3 system
  • Internet access (wired or wireless connection)

You must create the necessary network settings for the PS3™ system before performing a system update. For details, refer to the PS3™ system software user's guide.

 

Update procedure



1. From the home menu, select (Settings) > (System Update), and then press the ○ button.



2. Select [Update via Internet], and then press the ○ button.
The system automatically searches for and finds the latest version of the update data.



3. Download the update data.
If a new version of the system software is found, an update is necessary. Press the ○ button to start downloading the update data. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the update.
 

  • Do not turn off the PS3™ system during an update. If an update is cancelled before completion, the system software may become damaged, and the system may require servicing or exchange
  • The power button on the PS3™ system front is not active during an update.

 

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Update using a PC

Required items 

  • PlayStation®3 system
  • A PC with Internet access
  • Storage media (Memory Stick™, SD Memory Card, CompactFlash®) or a USB Mass Storage device such as a USB flash drive
    (At least 160 MB of free space required)

 

Update data download procedure

1. Create a folder on the storage media in which to save the update data.


Using a PC, create a folder named "PS3" on the storage media or USB device. Within the PS3 folder, create a folder named "UPDATE".

2. Download the update data and save it in the UPDATE folder created in step.

Select here to start the download.

 

Be sure to save the update data as noted below. If the data is not saved in the correct way, the PS3™ system will not recognize the update data. Folder names must be in all uppercase letters.

  • Location: Save in the "PS3" folder > "UPDATE" folder
  • File name: Save as file name "PS3Updat.PUP".

Update procedure

1. Insert the storage media or USB device. that contains the update data in the PS3™ system.



2. From the home menu, select (Settings) > (System Update), and then press the ○ button.



3. Select [Update via Storage Media], and then press the ○ button.
The system automatically searches for and finds the update data saved on the storage media or USB device.



4. Start the update data.
Press the ○ button to start the update data. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update.
You can delete the update data from the storage media or USB device after the update has been successfully completed.
 

  • Do not turn off the PS3™ system or remove storage media or USB device during an update. If an update is cancelled before completion, the system software may become damaged, and the system may require servicing or exchange.
  • The power button on the PS3™ system front is not active during an update.
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Update using disc media

Required items 

  • PlayStation®3 system
  • A game disc that contains update data

  

Update procedure



Select [Yes], and then press the ○ button to start the update.
If a screen prompting you to update is displayed when you start a game, you must perform a system software update to start the game. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update. 

  • Do not turn off the PS3™ system during an update. If an update is cancelled before completion, the system software may become damaged, and the system may require servicing or exchange.
  • The power button on the PS3™ system front is not active during an update.

 

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