Sony Playstation 3
Warning! This page is very primitive and is basically full of misc notes at this time.
- The PlayStation 3 operating system is called CellOS, which is believed to be a branch from the FreeBSD.
Contents
Models
All models include: Blu-ray/DVD/CD drive, HDMI, Bluetooth 2.0, and wired Gigabit Ethernet. Linux support removed in firmware version 3.21. The original controller was the Sixaxis which was then replaced later by the DualShock 3.
4 USB Port Large Models
All of these were sold with the old style Sixaxis controller
- 20 GB - full ps2 comp, linux suppt
- 60 GB - full ps2 comp, linux suppt, memory card readers
- 60 GB - limited ps2 comp, linux suppt, wifi
- 80 GB - limited ps2 comp, linux suppt, wifi
2 USB Port Large Models
80GB and 160GB models include newer DualShock 3 controller
- 40 GB - linux suppt, wifi
- 80 GB - linux suppt, wifi
- 160 GB - linux suppt, wifi
2 USB Port Slim Models
Linux support was dropped for all slim models
- 120 GB - wifi
- 250 GB - wifi
- 160 GB - wifi
- 320 GB - wifi
2 USB Port Super Slim Models
The only units in production as of Jan 2013
- 250 GB - wifi
- 500 GB - wifi
Service and Support
Dissemble
Youtube video on disassembly: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9dlHhP2M78
Jailbreak / Homebrew
- Official Operating System 3.55 is the last release that could be cracked "jailbreak" to install homebrew.
- Either Rebug or Rogero are the two most recommended firmwares for jailbreaking the PS3
OFW's and CFW's - Official Firmware or Custom Firmware
If your firmware version is the official Sony 3.55 firmware (an outdated firmware) or earlier, the upgrade process is relatively simple and absolutely free. Do the following:
You're good to go!
Other Homebrew / Jailbreak related resources:
- The Playstation 3 Homebrew thread - So cutting edge my eyes are bleeding and this link.
- This PS3 Jailbreak community with the original section PS3 Jailbreak Method: How to jailbreak your ps3 with JUST a USB
