General PS3 Exploits/Hacks/Firmware Thread

RossieMan

Thanks for explaining it to him, maybe he didn't know the update was a joke.

That or he got out if the wrong side of the bed

Myrddin

RossieMan wrote: »

That or he got out if the wrong side of the bed

We all do that sometimes. Now back on topic lads

balkieb2002

I'm only after noticing now that Rogero has offically released updated firmware for the PS3 a few weeks ago (plus a few revisions).

Seems latest version is Rogero CFW4.40 v1.03

Below are some of the release notes for it

Rebuilt the CFW with minimal patches needed for similar OFW Stability, also adding full compatibility with multiMAN Tools.
All known issues from v1.02 are fixed now (XMB PS2 Game Saves, Sequential Video Playback, Media Server always on)
Removed Cinavia Patch used on v1.02 because of some compatibility issues (When DEX4.40 is public it will be added properly again)
Added the ToolBox to [app_home/PS3_GAME] to restore multiMAN/StealthMAN launch mode from ToolBox.
Updated the ReactPSN patch to work offline without the need to log into PSN at all (Credits for Team Rebug for their 4.30.1 Patch)
Added both noBD/noBT patches to allow installation on consoles with broken BluRay Drive or Bluetooth board.

This CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over OFW3.55 or any CFW ver: 3.55/4.21/4.30/4.40
Added the needed patches for the Original "*Install Package Files" Credits to Szalay and "hidden Man".
HDD can be swapped/changed and the CFW will re-install without any problem.
Patched LV1 to disable LV2 Protection.
Patched LV1 to add peek/poke support.
Patched LV1 Core OS Hash Check (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)
Patched LV2 to add peek/poke support.
QA Flag enabled by default to allow for easier downgrading using Recovery Menu.
RSOD screen bypass patch for RSOD machines (it won't fix the RSOD but allows the PS3 to boot fine into XMB)
PSN/SEN access is available but it's not recommended.
It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.40 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed.

I'm currently on Rogero 4.21 so the update to 4.40 would have some advantages and from what I understand it should be a simple enough update from my current version (it's the bolded part above)

Just wondering if anyone here is using it and if they are how are they finding it?

paanhaddy

hi, does anyone here have progskeet or teensy++? i want to downgrade my ps3 (cechg03) which is nand chips. so can i borrow and buy it from u guys, if interested to sell it just pm me, thanks in advance, cheers

Myrddin

Justv incase anyone isn't aware, there's a new fan utility out for modded PS3's...a utility I'd definitely use if I still had a cfw PS3

http://psx-scene.com/forums/content/fan-control-utility-v1-6-estwald-3321/

GinjaNinja

Hi,

I've got a teensy ++ here i used back in th daay of the original softmod. Sadly I updaate to 4.x+ firmware.
I'm looking to downgrade. I used to hard mod the original Wii's with PIC 12F629 and YASOM.

That was only 5 wires. My skills have waned alot since then.

Anyone want to help me put a teensy onto my PS3? There is a free teensy 2.0++ in it for you(i have a spare)

Redisle

I'm on holidays at the moment and I got a text off my sister saying she had setup Netflix on my ps3... It was a nice 80gb phat running 3.41 cfw and she has now updated it to the latest fw without asking.. FML! I mainly wanted that console for old snes emulators and the like.

Is it possible to jailbreak a ps3 that has the OFW 4.41? If not, is there any way to downgrade?

TouchingVirus

Deleted User wrote: »

Is it possible to jailbreak a ps3 that has the OFW 4.41? If not, is there any way to downgrade?

There is no software upgrade option available to put 4.41 CFW on your PS3 from 4.41 OFW

Your only option is to use a hardware flasher like a Progskeet or an E3 to downgrade your firmware to 3.55 OFW, then you can install 3.55 CFW and upgrade to 4.41 CFW. This option of the hardware flasher is only open to older consoles, ones that shipped with base firmware <= 3.55 so you're roughly looking at PS3s with manufacturing dates before February 2011.

There is a way to check the base firmware by downloading MinVerChk. The instructions for using it can be found here.

Be warned that a hardware flasher should only be attempted by somebody with experience soldering. There is a high risk that you will brick your console if something goes wrong, you're soldering straight to the NOR/NAND memory chip in the PS3 and if it blows without having been read your console is a paperweight.

Oh right,

And roughly how much would someone "in-the-know" charge to do this? I've had a look at the sticky but most of the posts are old.

TouchingVirus

While most of the posts are old that doesn't mean the providers are no longer doing the service, drop a few of them a PM and see. Don't be afraid to look towards the UK if you can't find somebody here willing to do it for you - console postage over & back should be around €15 each way with GLS Parcel Shop.

banie01

TouchingVirus wrote: »

While most of the posts are old that doesn't mean the providers are no longer doing the service, drop a few of them a PM and see. Don't be afraid to look towards the UK if you can't find somebody here willing to do it for you - console postage over & back should be around €15 each way with GLS Parcel Shop.

I pm'd most of the providers in the sticky in the past(looking for a waninkoko fix) and none of them offered even a regular downgrade service.
Hopefully that has changed but if it has you would hope they updated their ad.

I had an offer of installation of a flasher alright but finding someone in Ireland offering a reputable downgrade service is like winning the Lotto
I've used a UK service for the downgrade in the past, but even he has retired now.
V.Hard to find someone offering a downgrade service now.

Myrddin

banie01 wrote: »

I pm'd most of the providers in the sticky in the past(looking for a waninkoko fix) and none of them offered even a regular downgrade service.
Hopefully that has changed but if it has you would hope they updated their ad.

I had an offer of installation of a flasher alright but finding someone in Ireland offering a reputable downgrade service is like winning the Lotto
I've used a UK service for the downgrade in the past, but even he has retired now.
V.Hard to find someone offering a downgrade service now.

The problem with PS3 nand work is its extremely hard to justify your time put into it, versus what you can realistically charge a customer. Also, it's pretty delicate work...it requires moderate/advanced soldering skills, of which not everyone has. I think the cost is the big one though

banie01

EnterNow wrote: »

The problem with PS3 nand work is its extremely hard to justify your time put into it, versus what you can realistically charge a customer. Also, it's pretty delicate work...it requires moderate/advanced soldering skills, of which not everyone has. I think the cost is the big one though

Agree 100%.

On the cost front, I know more than a few who have sent ps3's to the UK for Downgrade.
In my own case the last NAND phat I had done worked out at
At £40stg for the downgrade and £55stg for a reball and @£;10stg for return shipping.
So if it was to be rounded of @ €50 for the downgrade + shpping
And maybe €65+ shipping for reballs then one could be competitive with UK pricing with the added attraction of being ''local' ish at least.

That said with the amount of work involved, it really cant be cost effective even at those prices.
Aside from the hardware investment i.e flasher and rework station and so on, the actual time taken over the soldering\desoldering it doesn't make for a great hourly rate for the person doing the work.

TouchingVirus

Yeah, it's a labour of love rather than a business venture considering the amount chargeable and the hours it takes.

Doublelime

On eBay their are a few people offering to downgrade your console to 3.55 ofw, for £30 + £12 delivery. Anyone tried these people out? That's about the price of a game so it would be worth it.

Reamer Fanny

Doublelime wrote: »

On eBay their are a few people offering to downgrade your console to 3.55 ofw, for £30 + £12 delivery. Anyone tried these people out? That's about the price of a game so it would be worth it.

I'm suprised eBay allow people to advertise this service isn't it against their t&cs?

balkieb2002

Your machine actually needs to be firmware 3.55 to begin the custom firmware process.

Unfortunately I don't think you can downgrade your machine back to 3.55 unless you use some form of hardware soldering.

TouchingVirus made a good post on this on the previous page.

Sir Osis of Liver.

Updated to Habibs 4.46 cfw from Rogero today,working grand and back online.:)

user2011

Hey, I updated to Rogero 4.46 v1.01 multiman for 4.46 all my games have gone offline ie i can't play them at all.. Any info or advice would be very grateful..

Edit: Iris Manager sorted it.

Inquitus

Whats the best CFW atm? I am still on 3.55 Kmeaws from when I last dusted off the PS3 for gaming, and need to upgrade to something GTA V compatible.

ufc pro

Inquitus wrote: »

Whats the best CFW atm? I am still on 3.55 Kmeaws from when I last dusted off the PS3 for gaming, and need to upgrade to something GTA V compatible.

look at the post above!

Inquitus

Is the showtime media player homebrew any good for anything?

ufc pro

Inquitus wrote: »

Is the showtime media player homebrew any good for anything?

yes it is,i watch all my media with this player' its excellent!

Inquitus

ufc pro wrote: »

yes it is,i watch all my media with this player' its excellent!

Does you stream from a PC or NAS or copy to local?

ufc pro

Inquitus wrote: »

Does you stream from a PC or NAS or copy to local?

i stream from pc mosly!

Inquitus

Plays mkvs natively when streamed. Nice, wish I had found it ages ago.

Sir Osis of Liver.

Inquitus wrote: »

Is the showtime media player homebrew any good for anything?

I use it for the brilliant Navi-x addon.
Its like netflix on steroids.