Reinstalling The System Software - Sony CECH-3006A Instruction Manual

Replacing the hard disk
Hint
If you lose the HDD bay cover, screw cover, screws or the metal frame, contact
the PS3™ customer service hotline at the number printed on the package carton
for assistance.

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://asia.playstation.com
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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 the PS3™ customer
service hotline at the number printed on the package carton for assistance.
 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 the PS3™ customer
service hotline at the number printed on the package carton for assistance.
 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.