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How to Install an OFW on PlayStation 3 From a USB

Official firmware updates for the PlayStation 3, or PS3, console are downloaded and installed over wired or wireless Internet, but gamers who don't have their consoles networked will need to use physical media for updates to the latest version. Some game titles have system software updates on-disc, but to ensure the most recent patch is applied, download the update patch directly from the PlayStation website and install it using an external USB drive, such as a USB flash drive or external hard drive.

Things You'll Need

SIXAXIS or DualShock3 USB controller cable
External USB drive with at least 110 megabytes of free space

Instructions

- 1
  Open the USB drive and click "File," click "New" and then click "Folder." Type in "PS3" and press the "Enter" key.
- 2
  Double-click on the "PS3" folder. Click "File, click "New" and then click "Folder." Type in "UPDATE" and press the "Enter" key.
- 3
  Download the latest version of the PS3 system software and copy the "PS3UPDAT.PUP" file to the "UPDATE" folder.
- 4
  Remove the USB drive and connect it to the PS3 console.
- 5
  Connect the PS3 controller cable's mini-USB plug to the PS3 controller and then connect the other end into the PS3 console.
- 6
  Press the "PS" button to power on the console. Log-in to your user account.
- 7
  Select the "Settings" icon, select "System Update" from the menu and then press the "X" button.
- 8
  Select "Update via Storage Media" and press the "X" button.
- 9
  Press the "X" button to complete the system update. After the console reboots, you can remove the USB drive.

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