US
PS3™ system updates
PS3™ system updates
By updating the PS™ system software, you can add features and/or
security patches. Frequently update your system to use the latest
version of the system software.
System software updates
www.us.playstation.com/ps3
This site provides the latest information about system software updates.
Use the update data to overwrite
the existing system software.
The system software is updated.
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 and PS button of the
controller are inactive.
Depending on the content, you may not be able to play without first
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] field.
Update methods
You can perform an update in any of the ways described below.
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 media
You can update using the update data saved on a USB flash 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 ( back cover).
