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How to Block a PS3 Slim Sensor

Every video game console comes with security that restricts users from being able to install unsigned packages on them. The Sony PlayStation 3 has a microchip inside it that senses attempts to install package files and blocks the installation. To block the sensor, custom firmware is necessary. Installing it is the same process as installing normal firmware.

Things You'll Need

PS3 Slim custom firmware file
USB flash drive

Instructions

- 1
  Download the custom firmware installation package for the Sony PlayStation 3 Slim onto a computer from one of the many download mirrors available.
- 2
  Connect a USB flash drive to a computer and click "Open folder to view files" to view the contents of the USB flash drive.
- 3
  Click the "New folder" option on the USB flash drive window and type "PS3" to name the folder that. Open the folder. Click "New folder" again and type "UPDATE" to change the name of the folder.
- 4
  Drag the custom firmware installation package into the "UPDATE" folder. Unplug the USB flash drive, and insert it into the PS3 USB port.
- 5
  Select "System Update" option on the PS3 Slim menu. Select "Update via Storage Media" on the next screen.
- 6
  Select "Install" to install the custom firmware package on a Sony PS3 Slim. The sensor on the PS3 Slim is now disabled, and package files can be installed directly to the PS3 menu.

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