Make sure to disconnect your PS3 from the Internet and take out any game discs before proceeding. I suggest not using the built in firmware update option using the Internet, but downloading the 4.82 firmware and updating the system manually. If it is 4.81 or less you’ll need to upgrade to the latest firmware. To check to see which firmware version you’re currently using go to (Settings) > (System Settings) > (System Information). This method is by far fool proof as simply checking your consoles serial number can lead to assumptions based on what is known about the PS3 models.Ĭurrently the only firmware version you can hack is 3.56 and lower (this is not covered in this guide) or firmware version 4.82. This is accomplished by running a fake update program on your PS3 that will display the minimum firmware. You can do this by checking the minimum firmware version of your PS3.

You also do not want to try to install the exploit covered in this guide on an already CFW PS3 system or you will “brick”.įirst off you’re going to need to see if your PS3 can be hacked. Not all Slim PS3 are supported so you’ll want to make sure to not to mess with the console or otherwise you’ll “brick” (ruin) it.

You can install CFW on your PS3 if it is a “Phat” or “Slim” model, but not on the “Super Slim” (top disc loading) models. Examples of the types of homebrew you can use are a multimedia video player, emulators, game backups and even a program that will remove the Cinavia DRM from the console. CFW allows you to run unsigned code often called “Homebrew” on your PS3. Welcome to my first Sony Playstation 3™ guide! I’ll be covering the installation of Custom Firmware (CFW) on an Official Firmware (OFW) v4.82 console. PS3 4.82 CFW Installation Guide for Dummies

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