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Reinstalling the system software, Restoring data that has been backed up, Replacing the hard disk – Sony 320 GB Playstation 3 CECH-2501B User Manual

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Replacing the hard disk

Reinstalling the system software

If the system software does not start when the system is turned on
(such as when the hard disk has been replaced), a screen such as the
one shown below is displayed. In this case, you must reinstall the
system software using downloaded update data.

Downloading system software update data

Using a PC with Internet access, download the system software update
data from the website shown below. Follow the instructions available on
the website to copy the update data from the PC to storage media.
www.us.playstation.com/ps3

Hints

 Use the latest version of the update data available on the website. You cannot

reinstall the system software using a version that is earlier than the system

software version that had previously been used. If the appropriate update data

for your system is not available at the website, contact SCEA Consumer

Services ( back cover).

 If you have a game disc or other disc that contains update data, you may be

able to use that disc to reinstall the system software. If you insert the disc in the

PS3™ system and follow the on-screen instructions, you can verify whether the

update data can be used.

 For additional information on the installation of the system software, refer to the

section "Update using a PC" at our website: www.us.playstation.com/ps3.

 The system software included within this product is subject to a limited license

from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/ps3-eula

for further details.

Installing the system software

Turn on the PS3™ system, and then insert the storage media containing
the update data. Follow the on-screen instructions to reinstall the
system software.

Notices

 Do not turn off the system or remove the storage media during the

installation. If the installation is cancelled before completion, the system

software may become damaged, and the system may require servicing or

exchange.

 During the installation, the power button on the system and the PS button

on the wireless controller are not active.

Restoring data that has been backed up

You can restore data that you backed up using either of the following
methods.