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How to Update a PSP With No Memory Stick

The Playstation Portable (PSP) is often provided with system software updates by Sony to add new features and correct errors in the operating system. An update can be accomplished by using a recent PSP game disc. PSP game discs, whether made by Sony or a third party, contain the latest Sony update to install in the PSP. The updating procedure can be done without a memory stick or the Internet. Updating the PSP through a PSP game disc does not void the PSP’s warranty in any way.

Things You'll Need

PSP game disc

Instructions

- 1
  Hold the PSP horizontally with the LCD screen facing away from you and the disc drive door at the top.
- 2
  Slide the release latch to the left of the disc drive door towards the right. Pull the disc drive door open towards you with your fingers.
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  Insert the PSP game disc, label side facing away from you, into the slot in the disc drive compartment. Close the disc drive door.
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  Place the PSP horizontally on a table with the disc drive door facing away from you. Push up on the power switch at the lower right edge of the PSP. Release the power switch after five seconds have passed.
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  Wait for the service mode screen to appear on the LCD screen. Select the “Update” option using the Direction Pad on the left side of the PSP. Press the “X” button on the right side of the PSP.
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  Wait as the PSP reboots and begins the installation of the update. Select the “Shut down” option when the installation is done using the Direction Pad. Press the “X” button.
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  Wait for the PSP to shut itself off. Remove the PSP game disc from the disc drive compartment in a similar manner as was used to put it into the compartment.

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