How to Install Official 355 on a PS3

The Sony PlayStation 3 requires regular updates to function properly. Also known as firmware, these files change or improve the way your PS3 works. The official 3.5.5 firmware can be obtained and installed in the same fashion as its predecessors. This update does not provide anything tangible other than better security. However, it is important to keep your console current, as outdated security could compromise your personal information. Additionally, Sony often introduces new features from time to time that enhance your overall experience with the PS3.

Things You'll Need

• Wireless Internet

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Quickly press the "Power" button to turn on your PlayStation 3. You will be automatically taken to the main screen.

   • 2

     Select the "Settings" icon at the top of the screen. An expanded menu will appear.

   • 3

     Choose "System Update" followed by "Update via the Internet." The update will download and install automatically. Downloading and installation times vary depending on the file size and the speed of your Internet connection, with the average time between 10 and 20 minutes. A message informs you when the installation is complete.