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How to Play PS1 on PS3

Three Sony PlayStation 3 models released in 2006 and 2007 feature backwards compatibility. In order to play an original PlayStation game on a PS3 console, you must own one of these three models. The software on models CECHA01, CECHB01, and CECHE01 includes an internal memory card program, which allows to you create a virtual memory card. This internal memory card feature enables you to save data while playing PS1 or PS2 games. Once you create a virtual memory card, you can play PS1 games on your PS3.

Instructions

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  Look at the barcode label on the bottom of your console to determine if you have a backwards compatible PlayStation 3. Look for model numbers CECHA01, CECHB01, or CECHE01.
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  Turn on your console and use the directional pad to highlight the "Game" menu on the Xross Media Bar. Arrow up to access the "Memory Card Utility (PS/PS2)" menu and press "X" to open it.
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  Highlight and select the option to create a new memory card. Select a PS memory card and enter a name for the slot.
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  Press "circle" to exit this menu and return to the "Memory Card Utility" menu. Use your directional pad to highlight your newly created slot and press "triangle" to open an options menu.
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  Select "Assign Slots," then assign slot 1 to that memory card.
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  Insert your PS1 game into the disc loader on the front of your console. From the "Games" menu, select "PlayStation Format game," and hit "X" to launch the game.
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  When the game prompts you to save, highlight "slot 1" and press "X" to save to this slot. Your game information is now safely stored on your PlayStation 3 hard drive.

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