Easiest way to mod your PS3 to play backups [Tutorial]

[chroma]

3.55 firmware, anything above that's a no go.

Any thumb drive will do, even an external drive

[davethedappa]

what firmware must ps3 be? and what thumbdrive?

hi, 3.55 is the hightest to jailbreak. do not update to 3.56 if you wish to jailbreak. thumb drive is just another name for a usb memory stick.

[andy211081]

can the files in the op be uploaded again as they dont download

Thanks

[chroma]

can the files in the op be uploaded again as they dont download

Thanks

Downloads fine on my end.
I can upload the rar again elsewhere though, where would you prefer?

[andy211081]

Downloads fine on my end.
I can upload the rar again elsewhere though, where would you prefer?

please as it gets to about 6% then says complete when its now

Can it be hosted at hotfile or rapidshare?

Thnak you

[chroma]

please as it gets to about 6% then says complete when its now

Can it be hosted at hotfile or rapidshare?

Thnak you

Hotfile.com: One click file hosting: PS3.rar

uploaded here

[andy211081]

Thanks for that..i have Dl ther file but have looked at my ps3 and its on 3.56 so i obviuolsy cant do anything with the files

Thank you for the upload though

[PfcJase]

If you play a backup that you dont own(download), cant you somehow get banned if you go online?

[daz24c]

If you play a backup that you dont own(download), cant you somehow get banned if you go online?

you need to be on the newest firmware to go online so you cant go online if you have done the jailbreak

[PfcJase]

Few questions..
* Can you get caught and banned for doing this?
* If you play the campaign of a backed up game and then update firmware and lose the ability to play that game again do your saves and trophies remain?

[Walesgbn]

Hi Chroma

I've just read your comprehensive description but just wanted to check before I actually start doing it

my PS3 is current firmware version 3.56...does this mean I have to down grade to 3.55 or can I just follow your instructions above

Many thanks for the post !

[Shady]

i read your guide last night too chroma, and as you know im as thick as shite.... hotfile link says its gonna take nearly a day to d/l, so went looking else where..my question is..what cfw do i need for a 3.50 40gb phat?

[chroma]

i read your guide last night too chroma, and as you know im as thick as shite.... hotfile link says its gonna take nearly a day to d/l, so went looking else where..my question is..what cfw do i need for a 3.50 40gb phat?

You'll need the official ps3 3.55 firmware. (big download 180mb or thereabouts)
Kmeaws 3.55 firmware patch (35mb or thereabouts)
BSDIFF.exe and BSPATCH.exe (under a meg of both) to combine both files into a single custom firmware .pup

And something to check CRC and MD5 hashes to confirm things are real and to avoid bricking.

[chroma]

Few questions..
* Can you get caught and banned for doing this?
* If you play the campaign of a backed up game and then update firmware and lose the ability to play that game again do your saves and trophies remain?

1: possibly, I've not personally heard of anyone being banned and I keep my ear to the ground regarding this matter. I did receive an E-Mail from Sony though:

Important: Access to the PlayStation(R)Network and Access to Qriocity(TM) Services Notice



Unauthorized circumvention devices for PlayStation(R)3 system have been recently released by hackers for the PlayStation(R)3 system. These devices permit the use of unauthorized or pirated software.



Use of such devices or software violates the terms of your ?System Software License Agreement for the PlayStation(R)3 System? and the ?Terms of Services and User Agreement? for the PlayStation(R)Network/Qriocity(TM) and its Community Code of Conduct provisions. In addition, copying or playing pirated software is a violation of International Copyright Laws.



A circumvention device and/or unauthorized or pirated software currently resides on your PlayStation(R)3 system.



Immediately cease use and remove all circumvention devices and delete all unauthorized or pirated software from your PlayStation(R)3 system. Failure to do so will result in termination of your access to PlayStation(R) Network and access to Qriocity(TM) services through your PlayStation(R)3 system.

That being said I've never actually connected to the PSN with a hacked unit so I have no idea what the hell that's all about, figuring its more of a scare tactic than any real form of detection.
The mod is generally offline only, that is to say there are ways to enable online play but there's a lot of hoops to jump through and absolutely no guarantee of safety by doing so.

2: yes. Trophy information is held on Sonys servers, tied to your account, so long as your account is active trophies will remain.

[Pieter834]

can you copy or back up ps games and how