Sony 80GB Playstation 3 3-212-098-12, Quick Reference

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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.
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 front is 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.
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 Memory Stick™ or
other media.
Select (Settings) (System Update) "Update via Storage
Media".
Hint
Update data can also be contained in some game discs.
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.
Updates
PS3™ system updates
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