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bbh
Joined: 05 Dec 2007 Posts: 1
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Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2007 11:35 pm Post subject: Downgrade or upgrade to 2.0? |
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Is it possible to downgrade a PS3 to version 2.0? Alternatively, if I purchase a PS3 that has firmware earlier than 2.0, can I get 2.0 somewhere and stop there?
I have already downloaded 2.01 to my computer and have it as a Disk Image. Was 2.01 the first that was available this way?
Does anyone have 2.0 ? |
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FunkyMonkey
Joined: 09 Nov 2007 Posts: 77
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 11:19 am Post subject: Re: Downgrade or upgrade to 2.0? |
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bbh wrote: | Is it possible to downgrade a PS3 to version 2.0? Alternatively, if I purchase a PS3 that has firmware earlier than 2.0, can I get 2.0 somewhere and stop there?
I have already downloaded 2.01 to my computer and have it as a Disk Image. Was 2.01 the first that was available this way?
Does anyone have 2.0 ? |
I have version 2.0 on my PS3 but not as a downloadable file. I'm sure it can be sourced from the internet as a downloadable file, after all that is one of the formats that Sony provide it as. have a look. |
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dieroboter
Joined: 06 Dec 2007 Posts: 47
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 1:05 pm Post subject: |
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You can find all firmwares released up to date here:
http://www.elotrolado.net/wiki/Firmwares_oficiales_de_PS3#Firmware_2.00
This is specifically 2.00. Just click "Descarga" and you're done
But, my question is, can you downgrade a PS3?
(btw, my first post here, this is a hidden but great place, the very best to discuss about PS3 and SACD. I hope it will get crowded soon!) |
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2.01 - Why did I bother
Joined: 29 Nov 2007 Posts: 6
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 2:13 pm Post subject: More the merrier and welcome aboard too! |
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dieroboter must be given some sort of award, perhaps the Order of Isabella - unless a Catholic Title from Spain is offensive - but delivered dieroboter has,
molto gracias.
and an Order of St Sylvester to the brains @admin looking after all this! |
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FunkyMonkey
Joined: 09 Nov 2007 Posts: 77
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 2:22 pm Post subject: |
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Yeah, well done, dieroboter.
I don't see why a downgrade would not be possible. I wouldn't like to try though....just in case...and so close to Christmas holidays. |
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The Seventh Taylor
Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Posts: 401
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 7:56 pm Post subject: |
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Well done, indeed.
I noticed this question earlier today and was about to upload a file I downloaded last week from one of the national SCEE sites that I believe is v2.00 but I couldn't tell for sure because I count myself lucky to have my PS3 at v2.00 (installed straight from the net) and I wouldn't want to risk upgrading to v2.01 and finding my unit unable to downgrade back.
FunkyMonkey wrote: | I don't see why a downgrade would not be possible. |
Other devices I own that accept firmware upgrades (notably DVD Recorders) are aware of their current version and are programmed to only accept new versions (except if you know the special service procedure for triggering a 'forced download' which can do a downgrade).
I don't know if PS3 applies the same sort of logic. It's sophisticated enough to do so. I guess now the v2.00 'retro' download is available we'll know soon enough (hint to readers with pre-2.00 firmware). Sounds like a relevant question to add to the FAQ (hint to PS3SACD.com).
Perhaps PS3SACD.com should also mention the download page in the FAQ or on the links page? |
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Justin42
Joined: 21 Nov 2007 Posts: 2
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 9:15 pm Post subject: |
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You can't officially downgrade-- it's even in the warning when you put (any) firmware in on the PS3 that it's impossible to revert.
That doesn't mean there won't be some way to unofficially do it someday, but as of now, if you have FW2.0 and want to keep its special capabilities, DO NOT UPGRADE. |
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PS3SACD Site Admin
Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Posts: 316
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Posted: Mon Dec 10, 2007 8:09 pm Post subject: |
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The Seventh Taylor wrote: | I guess now the v2.00 'retro' download is available we'll know soon enough [whether downgrading is possible] (hint to readers with pre-2.00 firmware). Sounds like a relevant question to add to the FAQ (hint to PS3SACD.com).
Perhaps PS3SACD.com should also mention the download page in the FAQ or on the links page? |
Both done. |
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Superman
Joined: 17 Jan 2008 Posts: 19 Location: Metropolis
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Posted: Thu Jan 17, 2008 5:25 am Post subject: |
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I still don't believe any hacker has figured a way to downgrade PS3 firmware yet. Not for lack of trying though from what I've heard. |
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mikewg
Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Posts: 1
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Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2008 9:30 pm Post subject: |
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The site posted above for the 2.0 firmware download has - evidently - been removed from the server. Does anyone know where I can find the 2.0 version of the PS3 firmware? I'd like to get SACD multi-channel 5.1 sound via the optical output. THANKS in advance! |
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ps3john47
Joined: 17 Feb 2008 Posts: 2
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 9:08 pm Post subject: |
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I happen to have a PS3UPDAT.PUP on my computer dated 11/18/2007. That seems to be within the 2.00 window, according to info I see on PS3-HACKS). (I found this site researching Sony MDR-DS6000 headphones. they seem to require an optical connection for DTS input.) I never got around to loading this 11/18/07 update. In fact, I never loaded one yet from download; I would just rely on the firmware provide from new games. My PS3 is still on 1.94 from Uncharted. |
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ps3john47
Joined: 17 Feb 2008 Posts: 2
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 11:42 pm Post subject: |
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update: I just ran the System Update with that file from 11/18/2007, and it is the 2.00 version. It allows me to check Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1 and AAC (and some other 2 channel options). |
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gilb_4
Joined: 11 Jun 2008 Posts: 2 Location: Mexico City, Mexico
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Posted: Wed Jun 11, 2008 7:46 pm Post subject: PS3 Firmware 2.00 |
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Hi There!!!
Does Anyone has by chance a copy of the 2.00 firmware update??
I have a PS3 with a very old firmware (below 1.7) so I would like to update to 2.0 to have sacd via dts output
Regards |
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PS3SACD Site Admin
Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Posts: 316
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Posted: Wed Jun 11, 2008 9:39 pm Post subject: |
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There must be plenty of copies of V2.00 out there but even the guys who maintain the firmware website we link to who've got just about every firmware release miss this version. Anyone who's got a copy please contact us (e.g. using the feedback form). |
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PS3SACD Site Admin
Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Posts: 316
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Posted: Tue Jun 24, 2008 6:40 am Post subject: |
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PS3 Hacks (a site we have meanwhile added to our links page) has posted the elusive firmware version 2.00.
Note: since it's only just been added you'll probably find it at the top of the list; not between v1.93 and v2.01. |
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