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Replacing the hard disk
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 your local Customer
Service helpline (see manual 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.
If you do not have Internet access from a PC, contact your local Customer
Service helpline (see manual back cover).
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.
Restoring data in a single operation
You can restore data that you backed up in a single operation by
selecting (Settings) (System Settings) [Backup Utility].
Connect the USB mass storage device that contains the backup data,
and then follow the on-screen instructions to perform this operation.
Hints
In some cases, you may not be able to use the backup utility feature to restore
data correctly.
For details on the backup utility feature, refer to the online user’s guide
(access from : eu.playstation.com/manuals).
Restoring selected data
You can manually restore files using the options menu for the file.
Connect the USB mass storage device that contains the file, select the
file that you want to restore, and then press the button. Select [Copy]
or [Move] from the options menu.
Hint
You may not be able to copy or move files that contain copyright-protected data.