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How to Upgrade the PSP Slim 3.71

Sony's PSP portable video game system is designed to be upgraded with system software (or firmware) updates. These updates can be downloaded from the Internet by the system itself or onto a computer connected to the PSP. If you have a PSP or PSP Slim running an old system software version, such as Firmware 3.71, it's worth running an update to ensure your PSP is compatible with the latest games and features. There are two ways this can be done.

Things You'll Need

USB cable for PSP

Instructions

Upgrade via PSP
- 1
  Turn the PSP or PSP Slim on while in range of a wireless modem, router or Internet access point.
- 2
  Scroll to the "System" tab of the PSP's menu on the far right.
- 3
  Select "System Update." The latest firmware will be downloaded from the Sony server.
- 4
  Press "X" to update your firmware and reset your PSP.
Upgrade via Computer
- 5
  Open the Sony site in Resources and scroll down to "Download Now." Click this button to download the latest firmware for your PSP. Choose "Save File."
- 6
  Connect your PSP or PSP Slim to the USB port of your computer using the supplied USB cable. Turn the system on and select "USB Connect" from the "System" menu.
- 7
  Navigate to the "PSP" folder of your PSP and right-click then choose "New Folder." Right-click this folder and choose "Rename." Then type "Game" and press "Enter." Double-click this folder and create another folder within it, this time called "Update."
- 8
  Place the downloaded update data inside the "Update" folder; then disconnect and reset your PSP. Connect your PSP to a power outlet.
- 9
  Open the PSP's "Game" menu and choose "PSP Update." Press "X" to confirm the upgrade.

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