Using Playstation 3 System for Update Playstation 3 Firmware

Update using the PS3™ system's

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 X button.




2. Select [Update via Internet], and then press the X 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 X 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.