How do I update the firmware on the PS3?

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You can update the firmware/system software in two main ways: using Wired/Wireless Internet or using an external storage media. If you have internet configured, the PS3 can download and install the update for you. If the PS3 is not connected to the internet, a USB device can be used to install the update.

If you use a USB device, the “PS3UPDAT.PUP” file should be stored in the folder “/PS3/UPDATE”, i.e. there should be a folder called “PS3” on the root of the device. Within the PS3 folder, there should be another folder called “UPDATE” which should contain the “PS3UPDAT.PUP” file.

Warning: Do not switch off your PS3 or remove the external storage media during an update. Doing so may damage the system software, rendering your PS3 useless. You should use the Recovery Menu if your PS3 fails to start correctly.

How do I change my PlayStation Network Username?

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You cannot officially change your PSN username. You can, however, delete your User on the PS3, create a new user and register with the PlayStation Network using a different name. Any save data on the old PS3 username will be deleted when you delete the account.

What files are shared between different users on the PS3?

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The PS3 keeps some of your files within your user profile and shared others. See below for a summary of what is personal and what is shared:

Shared

PS1 and PS2 Game saves
Videos
Music
Photos

Private

PS3 Game saves
Sent/Received messages
Browser bookmarks
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How does the XMB display content?

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Each option on the XMB (Photos, Music, Videos) can only display files located on a specific folder of a storage media (HDD, USB Flash Disk, Memory Card etc). If you are using a external data store, you must create the following folders on the root of the drive:

PICTURE – for image files
MUSIC – for audio files
VIDEO – for video files

The format utility (found under Settings > System Settings > Format Utility) can create the necessary files on the external storage media, but will erase any existing data.

What display settings does the PS3 support?

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See the table below for supported display settings:

Input Connector	NTSC Video Mode	PAL Video Mode
HDMI	1080p/1080i/720p/480p	1080p/1080i/720p/576p
Component or D-Terminal	1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i	1080p/1080i/720p/576p/576i
Composite or S-Video	480i	576i
AV Multi or SCART	480p/480i	576p/576i

What PS2 accessories can I use with the PS3?

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The PS3 supports many of the PS2 accessories. The SOCOM headset and PS2 EyeToy can be configured via the Settings > Accessory Settings menu. You can even hook-up a USB/Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.

What video files does the PS3 support?

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The PS3 can recognise the following video files:

Memory Stick Video Format
- MPEG-4 SP (AAC LC)
- H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile (AAC LC)
MP4 file format
- H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile (AAC LC)
MPEG-1 (MPEG Audio Layer 2)
MPEG-2 PS (MPEG2 Audio Layer 2, AAC LC, AC3(Dolby Digital), LPCM)
MPEG-2 TS (MPEG2 Audio Layer 2)
AVI
- Motion JPEG (Linear PCM)
- Motion JPEG (?-Law)
AVCHD (.m2ts / .mts)

What audio files does the PS3 support?

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The PS3 supports the following audio files:

ATRAC
MP3
MP4
WAVE

What image file can the PS3 recognise?

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The PS3 can recognise the following image formats:

JPEG
TIFF
BMP
GIF
PNG

How can I use a PS2 DualShock controller on the PS3?

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If you have a DualShock2 controller lying around, you can use it with the PS3 using a PS2 to PC USB converter. Most PS3 games work fine with the DualShock although the missing “PS” button could cause a few problems.