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How to Identify Your PS3 Hard Drive Model

You cannot see the exact drive model without opening the console, but you can narrow it down:

Non‑Invasive Methods

  1. Model Number (Back Sticker): e.g., CECHA01 (60 GB launch), CECH-2001A (120 GB Slim). Search “PS3 [model] hard drive spec”.
  2. System Information: Settings → System Settings → System Information → shows capacity (e.g., “111 GB free of 149 GB” = 160 GB drive).
  3. SMART Data (Linux/PC): Remove drive → connect via SATA/USB → run smartctl -a or CrystalDiskInfo → reveals model/firmware/health.

Common Stock Drives by Model

PS3 ModelStock HDDInterface
CECHA/B/C/E (Fat, 20/60/80 GB)2.5" SATA 5400 RPM (Seagate Momentus / Fujitsu / Toshiba)SATA I (1.5 Gbps)
CECHG/H/J/K/L/M/N/P/Q (Fat, 40‑160 GB)2.5" SATA 5400 RPMSATA I
CECH-20xx/21xx (Slim, 120‑320 GB)2.5" SATA 5400 RPM (Hitachi / Toshiba / Samsung)SATA II (3.0 Gbps)
CECH-30xx/40xx (Super Slim, 12‑500 GB)2.5" SATA 5400 RPM (thin 7 mm / 9.5 mm)SATA II

Upgrade Guidelines

  • Any 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD ≤ 9.5 mm (Fat/Slim) or ≤ 7.5 mm (Super Slim).
  • Max supported: 2 TB (MBR) / 8 TB (GPT via CFW).
  • Format via Settings → System Settings → Format Utility after install.
  • Backup saves first (Cloud / USB / PS3 Backup Utility).

Open console only if you must verify physical label.

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