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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.
http://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: http://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.