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How to Update & Register a PS3 With a USB Media Storage Device

The PlayStation 3 gets updates from Sony occasionally to improve the system's security and offer more features. You can install these software updates by downloading them directly to the PS3 or by using a USB storage device. After you've updated your system, you can register for a PlayStation Network account, which will also register your PS3, and can take advantage of the many features that the PSN offers, including downloading games directly to your PS3.

Things You'll Need

USB storage device
PS3 update file

Instructions

- 1
  Plug the USB media storage device into your computer's USB input, and create a folder on the USB device called "PS3." Open that folder, and create another folder inside it named "UPDATE."
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  Download the PS3 system update onto your computer from the PS3 update site. Drag the update file into the "UPDATE" folder on the USB storage device, and eject the USB device from your computer.
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  Plug the USB storage device into the PS3, and turn the PS3 on. Select the "Settings" icon on the PS3 main menu, and select "System Update." Select "Update via Storage Media" on the next screen.
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  Select "OK" to install the update from the USB storage device. The PS3 will update and restart itself.
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  Select the PSN icon on the PS3 main menu, and the "Sign Up for PlayStation Network" page will appear. Select "Create a New Account."
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  Enter your date of birth on the next page and select "Continue." Select "Accept," and your PSN account and your PS3 will be registered.

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