2 Remove the hard disk from the metal frame.

3 Place the replacement hard disk on the PS3™ system hard disk's metal frame, and then attach using the screws (4 places).

Do not overtighten the screws.
4 Install the hard disk in the system.

Fully insert the hard disk in the HDD bay. Attach the blue screw to lock the hard disk in place. Refer to the instructions in "Removing the hard disk" (page 13) and follow them in reverse order when installing.

5 Reattach the HDD bay cover.
6 Reinstall the system software.

When the hard disk has been replaced, the system software must be reinstalled (page 15).

Replacement hard disksYou can use hard disks of the following types with the PS3™ system:
Size2.5 inch (internal type)*1
Interface formatSerial ATA*2
*1 Proper operation is not guaranteed for all models.*2 Parallel ATA is not supported.

Hint

If you lose the HDD bay cover, screws, or metal attachment, for availability of replacement parts contact the PS3™ service line at the number listed on your warranty card for assistance.

Reinstalling the system software

If the system software does not start when the system is turned on (such as when the hard disk has been replaced), a screen such as the one shown below is displayed on the system. In this case, you must reinstall the system software using downloaded update data.

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Step 1: Download the system software update data

Using a PC with Internet access, download the system software update data from the Web site shown below.

http://asia.playstation.com
Hints

Use the latest version of the update data. You cannot reinstall the system software using a version that is older than the system software version that had previously been used. If the relevant update data is not available on the Web page, contact the PS3™ service line at the number listed on your warranty card for assistance.

If you have a game disc or other disc that contains update data, you may be able to use that disc to reinstall the system software. If you insert the disc in the PS3™ system and follow the on- screen instructions, you can verify whether the update data can be used.

If you do not have Internet access from a PC, contact the PS3™ service line at the number listed on your warranty card for assistance.

Reinstalling the system software

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