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How to Go From Geohot 3.55 to Official 3.55

The Geohot 3.55 Firmware is custom firmware for the PlayStation 3. The firmware replaces the default PlayStation 3 firmware, allowing more control and customization of the console. Unfortunately, this customization is not allowed by Sony and can void your warranty. If you wish to restore your console to the official firmware, you can download the software and perform a manual system restore.

Things You'll Need

USB drive

Instructions

- 1
  Download the PlayStation 3 firmware update file. Save the file to your desktop.
- 2
  Connect an external USB drive to your computer. Open the drive and create a new folder (via the menu bar) named "PS3." Open this folder, and create a new folder inside of it named "UPDATE."
- 3
  Copy the downloaded firmware file to the "UPDATE" folder. Once copied, remove the drive from your computer and connect it to an open USB port on the PlayStation 3.
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  Press and hold the "PS" button on the PS3 controller, with the console powered off. The system will turn on, then power off. Repeat this step and you will hear two beeps.
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  Connect the PS3 controller to the PS3 using the included cable. Press the "PS" button.
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  Select "System Update" to begin restoring the PlayStation 3 to the official firmware. Follow any on-screen prompts, if applicable. Once restored, the console will reboot.

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