PS3 firmware upgrades via DVD-R or DVD-RW? - Blu-ray Forum

azure_blue · 02-25-2007, 02:58 AM

Rather than connecting the PS3 directly online via a broadband modem. Can I download the firmwares on to my PC/Mac and place them on a DVD-R or DVD-RW and than install it that way?
There is no telephone connection in the family room and we don't have wifi
thanks

MozartMan · 02-25-2007, 04:05 AM

You probably can. I used Memory Stick.

Guinness7 · 02-25-2007, 01:17 PM

http://www.us.playstation.com/ps3/ne...html#update_PC

In the update link it does not say dvd directly, but it does say storage media so i would guess that if you follow the directions given you should be able to use a dvd.

bruce · 02-25-2007, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MozartMan

You probably can. I used Memory Stick.

I did also, damn easy.

The Big Blue · 02-26-2007, 02:34 PM

I'm in the same position; I don't have the internet at home right now. The directions at the ps site don't say anything about being able to use a CD or DVD. Hopefully someone can confirm but I'll be trying it regardless I guess.

I bought the remote on Sat. only to learn that it's useless without a later fw.

Amon37 · 02-26-2007, 03:10 PM

You don't have a thumb drive? That is the easiest way without the net.

The Big Blue · 02-26-2007, 03:30 PM

No thumb drive. I have an SD card that my camera uses and that's pretty much it as far as that sort of thing.

MozartMan · 02-26-2007, 03:38 PM

PS3 has slot for SD memory card.

The Big Blue · 02-26-2007, 03:43 PM

Just the 60 right? I currently have the 20, bought at Target, it was a return, I've been waiting for them to get me a *new* PS3 since early Jan.

DavePS3 · 02-26-2007, 03:44 PM

I use a Sony MicroVault 256mb USB device. Tiny, cheap and directions are on site for getting the update onto the piece. You have to create a couple of folders for the PS3 to read it correctly. Works perfectly.

MozartMan · 02-26-2007, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Big Blue

Just the 60 right?

Yes, I have 60GB model.

Do you mean 20GB model doesn't have SD slot, only MS?

The Big Blue · 02-26-2007, 03:55 PM

AFAIK the slot accepts MS/SD/CF. But only the 60 version has it.

Gamekid · 02-26-2007, 10:33 PM

Only the 60 GB has slots for an SD card and memory stick pro duo. What I do for updates is to download the update to my desktop via broadband and then transfer the update from my computer to my psp onto the memory stick pro duo via a USB cable. Looking on gamestop, there is a USB cable designed for the psp which works great. If you don't have the internet at home, go to your library and download the update there. I don't know if you can use a DVD or CD. I do know that CD-R's have to be finalized or they won't work in the ps3. The memory stick duo is the easiest to use. I don't think that you can use a USB flash drive. If in doubt, talk to a sony rep on the phone.

The Big Blue · 02-27-2007, 02:10 PM

Update, just so everyone knows, did the 1.51 fw update last night with a CD-R. Worked flawlessly. For someone who has little experience in this regard I had more trouble copying the file to the CD-R than I did installing on the PS3.

My first fw update of any kind. I'm so proud.

Gamekid · 02-27-2007, 05:20 PM

Copying the file to a CD-R can be a pain, but glad to see that it worked for you.

02-25-2007, 02:58 AM	#1
azure_blue Junior Member Member since:Feb 2007	PS3 firmware upgrades via DVD-R or DVD-RW? Rather than connecting the PS3 directly online via a broadband modem. Can I download the firmwares on to my PC/Mac and place them on a DVD-R or DVD-RW and than install it that way? There is no telephone connection in the family room and we don't have wifi thanks

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02-25-2007, 04:05 AM	#2
MozartMan Active Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:HockeyTown	You probably can. I used Memory Stick.

02-25-2007, 01:17 PM	#3
Guinness7 Power Member Top contributor Member since:Jan 2007 Location:NJ Blu-ray collection:259 Trading Score:59	http://www.us.playstation.com/ps3/ne...html#update_PC In the update link it does not say dvd directly, but it does say storage media so i would guess that if you follow the directions given you should be able to use a dvd.

02-26-2007, 02:34 PM	#5
The Big Blue Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:98 Blu-ray reviews:1	I'm in the same position; I don't have the internet at home right now. The directions at the ps site don't say anything about being able to use a CD or DVD. Hopefully someone can confirm but I'll be trying it regardless I guess. I bought the remote on Sat. only to learn that it's useless without a later fw.

02-26-2007, 03:10 PM	#6
Amon37 Power Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:USA,Arizona PSNetwork: Amon37	You don't have a thumb drive? That is the easiest way without the net.

02-26-2007, 03:30 PM	#7
The Big Blue Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:98 Blu-ray reviews:1	No thumb drive. I have an SD card that my camera uses and that's pretty much it as far as that sort of thing.

02-26-2007, 03:38 PM	#8
MozartMan Active Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:HockeyTown	PS3 has slot for SD memory card.

02-26-2007, 03:43 PM	#9
The Big Blue Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:98 Blu-ray reviews:1	Just the 60 right? I currently have the 20, bought at Target, it was a return, I've been waiting for them to get me a new PS3 since early Jan.

02-26-2007, 03:44 PM	#10
DavePS3 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Toronto Home Theater Gallery:56 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	I use a Sony MicroVault 256mb USB device. Tiny, cheap and directions are on site for getting the update onto the piece. You have to create a couple of folders for the PS3 to read it correctly. Works perfectly.

02-26-2007, 03:55 PM	#12
The Big Blue Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:98 Blu-ray reviews:1	AFAIK the slot accepts MS/SD/CF. But only the 60 version has it.

02-26-2007, 10:33 PM	#13
Gamekid Power Member Member since:Feb 2006	Only the 60 GB has slots for an SD card and memory stick pro duo. What I do for updates is to download the update to my desktop via broadband and then transfer the update from my computer to my psp onto the memory stick pro duo via a USB cable. Looking on gamestop, there is a USB cable designed for the psp which works great. If you don't have the internet at home, go to your library and download the update there. I don't know if you can use a DVD or CD. I do know that CD-R's have to be finalized or they won't work in the ps3. The memory stick duo is the easiest to use. I don't think that you can use a USB flash drive. If in doubt, talk to a sony rep on the phone.

02-27-2007, 02:10 PM	#14
The Big Blue Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:98 Blu-ray reviews:1	Update, just so everyone knows, did the 1.51 fw update last night with a CD-R. Worked flawlessly. For someone who has little experience in this regard I had more trouble copying the file to the CD-R than I did installing on the PS3. My first fw update of any kind. I'm so proud.

02-27-2007, 05:20 PM	#15
Gamekid Power Member Member since:Feb 2006	Copying the file to a CD-R can be a pain, but glad to see that it worked for you.

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