09 UpdatesPS3™ system updates

By updating the PS3™ system software, you can add features and/or security patches. Frequently update your system to use the latest version of the system software. For the latest information on updates, visit http://www.us.playstation.com/PS3.

Update methodsYou can perform an update in any of the ways described below.

Use the update data to overwrite the

The system software is updated.

existing system software.

 

Notices

•During an update, do not turn off the system or remove media. If an update is cancelled before completion, the system software may become damaged, and the system may require servicing or exchange.

•During an update, the power button on the system front and PS button of the controller are inactive.

•Depending on the content, you may not be able to play without fi rst updating the system software.

•After you have updated the system software, you cannot go back to an earlier version.

Checking the system software version

You can check system version information by selecting (Settings) (System Settings) "System Information". The current version is displayed in the "System Software" fi eld.

Network update

You can update by downloading the update data from the Internet. The latest update is automatically downloaded.

Select (Settings) (System Update) "Update via Internet".Update using storage mediaYou can update using the update data saved on a USB fl ash drive or other media.Select (Settings) (System Update) "Update via Storage Media".Update using disc media

Update data may also be contained in some game discs and other types of disc media. When you play a disc that contains update data, a screen will be displayed to guide you through the update process.

Hint

If you cannot perform an update in any of the ways described above, contact SCEA Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669.

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