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==Notes from the author== | ==Notes from the author== | ||
* This guide was written with Eclips3 dongle as target but ANY PSgrade capable device can be used. | |||
* When this guide was written, no 3.55 factory consoles existed, use extreme caution when trying on modern consoles with versionchecks in metldr. | * When this guide was written, no 3.55 factory consoles existed, use extreme caution when trying on modern consoles with versionchecks in metldr. | ||
* This guide has been superceded by QA downgrading which do not have the problem of BluRay Movie playback loss on NAND consoles. | * This guide has been superceded by QA downgrading which do not have the problem of BluRay Movie playback loss on NAND consoles. | ||
* Although archaic/catched by progress, this guide should have been earlier on | * Although archaic/catched by progress, this guide should have been earlier on ps3devwiki imo for historic completness. | ||
converted guide in wiki formatting: | converted guide in wiki formatting: | ||
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==Download the required files== | ==Download the required files== | ||
Updated to V1.4c with DowngraderV1.1. Dec 10, 2010 | Updated to V1.4c with DowngraderV1.1. Dec 10, 2010 | ||
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*[http://www.multiupload.com/P2KK8GE1VU Eclipse Updater v14c] | *[http://www.multiupload.com/P2KK8GE1VU Eclipse Updater v14c] | ||
*[ | *[http://www.sendspace.com/file/qlfoyi Downgrader files] ([http://torrents.thepiratebay.org/6020563/Ps3_Downgrader_Files.6020563.TPB.torrent torrent]): | ||
**[ | **[http://www.multiupload.com/4K18Y109WI Modified FW 3.41 PUP] | ||
**[ | **[http://www.multiupload.com/779HTRMBW8 Downgrader SELF files] : | ||
***[ | ***[http://www.multiupload.com/ZHJMPSMLYR Lv2Diag.self (File 1)] | ||
***[ | ***[http://www.multiupload.com/VGQTFV56CO Lv2Diag.self (File 2)] | ||
[[File:Eclipse-Downgrader-Pack-V1.4c.png|Eclipse Downgrader Pack V1.4c]] | [[File:Eclipse-Downgrader-Pack-V1.4c.png|Eclipse Downgrader Pack V1.4c]] | ||
===3.55 addon=== | ===3.55 addon=== | ||
[ | [http://www.mediafire.com/?802y3n6e14lpbb1 Lv2Diag.self (File 2)] to get out of service mode in 3.55<br /> | ||
[ | [http://www.multiupload.com/TQEVKK7II3 Generic 3.55 LV2diag.self package] | ||
==Using the Eclipse Updater / Downgrader== | ==Using the Eclipse Updater / Downgrader== | ||
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The Eclipse Updater / Downgrader application has 5 functions: | The Eclipse Updater / Downgrader application has 5 functions: | ||
#Normal update:<br />For a normal jailbreaking update of FW 3.41, select "ECLIPSE FIRMWARE V1.4" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | # Normal update:<br />For a normal jailbreaking update of FW 3.41, select "ECLIPSE FIRMWARE V1.4" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | ||
#JIG / Downgrader Dongle:<br />To use the Eclipse dongle as a JIG (for FW 3.50 and below) for downgrading your PS3 System Software (FW), just select "DOWNGRADER V1.1" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | # JIG / Downgrader Dongle:<br />To use the Eclipse dongle as a JIG (for FW 3.50 and below) for downgrading your PS3 System Software (FW), just select "DOWNGRADER V1.1" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | ||
#any HEX: <br />If you want to use HEX's compiled by your own (for any JailBreakable FW), select "IMPORT PSGROOVE/PSFREEDOM FIRMWARE" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | # any HEX: <br />If you want to use HEX's compiled by your own (for any JailBreakable FW), select "IMPORT PSGROOVE/PSFREEDOM FIRMWARE" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | ||
# any PAYLOAD.BIN:<br />If you want to import PAYLOAD.BIN's, select "IMPORT PAYLOAD" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | # any PAYLOAD.BIN:<br />If you want to import PAYLOAD.BIN's, select "IMPORT PAYLOAD" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | ||
#Erase:<br />If you want to erase the Eclipse Dongle, with only the default bootloader present, select "ERASE ONLY" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | # Erase:<br />If you want to erase the Eclipse Dongle, with only the default bootloader present, select "ERASE ONLY" and press the START button in the application.<br /> | ||
NB: If your computer is not up to date, you'll have to download the [http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=a7b7a05e-6de6-4d3a-a423-37bf0912db84&displaylang=en latest Microsoft Updated Libraries], necessary on some OS to avoid the "MSVCR100.dll" error: [http://www.eclipsemod.com/downloads/vcredist_x86.exe vcredist_x86.exe]. | NB: If your computer is not up to date, you'll have to download the [http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=a7b7a05e-6de6-4d3a-a423-37bf0912db84&displaylang=en latest Microsoft Updated Libraries], necessary on some OS to avoid the "MSVCR100.dll" error: [http://www.eclipsemod.com/downloads/vcredist_x86.exe vcredist_x86.exe]. | ||
==Prepare the Eclipse as an JIG / downgrader dongle== | ==Prepare the Eclipse as an JIG / downgrader dongle== | ||
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The downgrading method for Eclips3 is almost identical to any other PSgrade/JIG device. | The downgrading method for Eclips3 is almost identical to any other PSgrade/JIG device. | ||
I recommend you backup your saved games and /dev_flash folders — not in all cases the downgrade can be performed without dataloss. There are conflicting reports of this, for some it works lossless (e.g. old PS3 FAT users with 256MB NAND), for others the harddisk is completely blanked (newer PS3 and PS3 slim users with 16MB | I recommend you backup your saved games and /dev_flash folders — not in all cases the downgrade can be performed without dataloss. There are conflicting reports of this, for some it works lossless (e.g. old PS3 FAT users with 256MB NAND), for others the harddisk is completely blanked (newer PS3 and PS3 slim users with 16MB NAND). You can use the XMB built-in BACKUP/RESTORE functions (fast, but doesn't backup locked/system files), and if you are running a JailBreak capable firmware, you can use FTP (slow). For the /dev_flash folders you need to use either FTP or Multiman / Comgenie Filemanager. | ||
You can use the downgrading process also to convert a kiosk/demo model to a full retail model: [http://www.ps3hax.net/2010/12/how-to-convert-a-kiosk-demo-ps3-into-a-fully-functional-retail-unit/ *guide*] | You can use the downgrading process also to convert a kiosk/demo model to a full retail model: [http://www.ps3hax.net/2010/12/how-to-convert-a-kiosk-demo-ps3-into-a-fully-functional-retail-unit/ *guide*] | ||
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Warning notes: | Warning notes: | ||
*Do not UPdate in Factory/Service Mode ([http://pastie.org/1358201 results in "8002f14e" error]), only downgrade or same version! Only UPgrade in Retail mode! | * Do not UPdate in Factory/Service Mode ([http://pastie.org/1358201 results in "8002f14e" error]), only downgrade or same version! Only UPgrade in Retail mode! | ||
*Do not use Factory/Service Mode to enforce installing Debug updates on Retail PS3's! ([http://www.ps3hax.net/2010/12/tutorial-how-to-unbrick-your-ps3-if-you-have-the-5-beeps-whilst-using-service-mode-by-gliitch/ *fix*]) | *Do not use Factory/Service Mode to enforce installing Debug updates on Retail PS3's! ([http://www.ps3hax.net/2010/12/tutorial-how-to-unbrick-your-ps3-if-you-have-the-5-beeps-whilst-using-service-mode-by-gliitch/ *fix*]) | ||
*Do not downgrade if you use the PS3 for playing Blu-Ray movies! (fix: you need to restore the backup after downgrade you have made of /dev_flash2 and /dev_flash3 before downgrading). Models affected: all 256MB NAND models (CECHA up and including CECHG, log after downgrade contains 'vflash disabled'). 16MB | *Do not downgrade if you use the PS3 for playing Blu-Ray movies! (fix: you need to restore the backup after downgrade you have made of /dev_flash2 and /dev_flash3 before downgrading). Models affected: all 256MB NAND models (CECHA up and including CECHG, log after downgrade contains 'vflash disabled'). 16MB NAND models are unaffected (CECHH and higher/newer are unaffected, log after downgrade contains 'vflash enabled') and can still play bluray movies after downgrade. | ||
==Getting in Factory/Service Mode and Downgrading== | ==Getting in Factory/Service Mode and Downgrading== | ||
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<li>Remove Eclips3 dongle and turn on console to check you are in Factory/Service Mode. You'll see a huge red box on the screen saying Factory/Service Mode. Turn the PS3 off again.<br /> | <li>Remove Eclips3 dongle and turn on console to check you are in Factory/Service Mode. You'll see a huge red box on the screen saying Factory/Service Mode. Turn the PS3 off again.<br /> | ||
[[File:PS3-factory-service-mode-for-downgrade.png|Factory/Service Mode]]<br /> | [[File:PS3-factory-service-mode-for-downgrade.png|Factory/Service Mode]]<br /> | ||
Remark: If you are using a component cable the image might be garbled. | |||
</li> | </li> | ||
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[[File:Downgrader-Pendrive-Contents.png|Downgrader Pendrive Contents]]<br /> | [[File:Downgrader-Pendrive-Contents.png|Downgrader Pendrive Contents]]<br /> | ||
=== Problem solving / tips:=== | ===Problem solving / tips:=== | ||
* Don't use any USB Mass Storage Device with enhanced functions as: encryption, fingerprintreader, U3, pincode etc. | * Don't use any USB Mass Storage Device with enhanced functions as: encryption, fingerprintreader, U3, pincode etc. | ||
*Don't use USB Mass Storage Devices with a long initialisation time (e.g. some MP3 players) | * Don't use USB Mass Storage Devices with a long initialisation time (e.g. some MP3 players) | ||
*Don't use multipartitioned USB Mass Storage Devices, only use 1 single primary FAT32 partition. | * Don't use multipartitioned USB Mass Storage Devices, only use 1 single primary FAT32 partition. | ||
*Make sure they are formatted according to specifications with FAT32 (e.g. HP USB Format Tool - or TOKIWA / Ridgecrop FAT32 formatter) | * Make sure they are formatted according to specifications with FAT32 (e.g. HP USB Format Tool - or TOKIWA / Ridgecrop FAT32 formatter) | ||
*Most USB Mass Storage Devices that'll work effortless with [http://www.pendrivelinux.com/testing-your-system-for-usb-boot-compatibility/ PenDrive Linux], will also work with the PS3 (for downgrading, upgrading, storage of your Game dumps and any normal filestorage under the XMB). Those USB Mass Storage Devices are most likely also the ones giving you the least problems under more exotic platforms like PSX/PSone, PS2/PStwo, Xbox/X360, Gamecube/Wii etc. | * Most USB Mass Storage Devices that'll work effortless with [http://www.pendrivelinux.com/testing-your-system-for-usb-boot-compatibility/ PenDrive Linux], will also work with the PS3 (for downgrading, upgrading, storage of your Game dumps and any normal filestorage under the XMB). Those USB Mass Storage Devices are most likely also the ones giving you the least problems under more exotic platforms like PSX/PSone, PS2/PStwo, Xbox/X360, Gamecube/Wii etc. | ||
<li>Insert the USB Mass Storage Device into the rightmost USB-port (closest to the Blu-Ray reader) of your PS3 (same port we used earlier). Turn the PS3 on and you'll see a black screen but if you look closely the PS3 Hardisk Actity LED will flash. The process takes about 3-4 minutes for the system to install the firmware. Towards the end, the power button on the console will start flashing green and then the console will power off.<br /> | <li>Insert the USB Mass Storage Device into the rightmost USB-port (closest to the Blu-Ray reader) of your PS3 (same port we used earlier). Turn the PS3 on and you'll see a black screen but if you look closely the PS3 Hardisk Actity LED will flash. The process takes about 3-4 minutes for the system to install the firmware. Towards the end, the power button on the console will start flashing green and then the console will power off.<br /> | ||
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</li> | </li> | ||
<li>(Optional) – If you wish to downgrade to any older/other firmware you can follow steps 3, 4, 5 using [ | <li>(Optional) – If you wish to downgrade to any older/other firmware you can follow steps 3, 4, 5 using [http://www.ps3devwiki.com/index.php?title=Playstation_Update_Package_%28PUP%29 any regular full official firmware PUP]. You do not need to use a modified custom firmware anymore now that you're on modified 3.41. Always use a full firmware PUP — using smaller incremental firmware PUPs is not recommended, if at all possible. | ||
===Safe Downgrading Table=== | === Safe Downgrading Table === | ||
You can use the [[SKU Models]] table as a reference for safedowngrading (by not lowering the FW below the FW that was available at releasedate/it came equiped with) or use the [ | You can use the [[SKU Models]] table as a reference for safedowngrading (by not lowering the FW below the FW that was available at releasedate/it came equiped with) or use the [http://www.ps3devwiki.com/index.php?title=Talk:Playstation_Update_Package_%28PUP%29#Using_fake_upgrade_to_get_lowest_firmware_version_info MinVerChk PUP] in Retail mode. | ||
</li> | </li> | ||
</ol> | </ol> | ||
==Getting out of factory/service mode and back into Retail Mode== | ==Getting out of factory/service mode and back into Retail Mode== | ||
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Problem solving / tip: | Problem solving / tip: | ||
*If you have trouble getting the Jailbreaking firmware back on the Eclips3, use the EclipseUpdaterV1.3 application. | * If you have trouble getting the Jailbreaking firmware back on the Eclips3, use the EclipseUpdaterV1.3 application. | ||
*If you still have troubles, you can try erasing first. | * If you still have troubles, you can try erasing first. | ||