As of April fool’s day Sony decided to push firmware 3.21 on PS3 users. If you are an owner of the newer Slim, no need to worry.
If, like me, you are a proud owner of one of the originals you may be aware that these came advertised with the option to “install other OS” (i.e. you had the ability to load a linux operating system onto the PS3).
After George Hotz’s much-publicised hack of the PS3 in January 2010, Sony have responded with 3.21 which essentially removes this ability on older PS3’s.
If you despise the fact that Sony can remove functionality forceably from a product advertised with this ability when purchased, then the following will allow you to bypass the necessary firmware update whilst still allowing PSN access (online gameplay functionality):
- On the PS3 console, navigate to Settings –> Network Settings –> Internet Connection Settings.
- Select to set it up manually (“custom”)
- When you arrive at the screen detailing IP address etc. insert the following as your “Primary DNS” –> 67.202.81.137
Finish the setup and everything should be fine (tested on mine 01.04.2010)
Alternatively, see the following resources to follow the debate further:
- On the PlayStation 3 –> George Hotz’s official blog
- How to Bypass PS3 Firmware 3.21 and Connect to PSN
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