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remember the future of ps3 coming soon this year, u really need to get ready for higher capacity for more incoming games that install itself into H.D ... especially MMORPGS

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Guide how to Install new hard drive in your PS3

Compatible hard drives need to meet these specifications:

* 2.5" form (generally refered to as a notebook drive)
* Serial ATA interface, also shown as SATA
* 9.5mm Height


Removing the hard disk

1. Touch the power button on the system front for at least two seconds.

The power indicator will turn solid red and the system will enter standby mode.

2. Turn off the system using the main power switch on the system rear.

3. Unplug the AC power cord and detach the other cables from
the system.

For safety reasons, remove the plug for the power cord from the electrical outlet,
and then detach the other cables.

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Remove the HDD bay cover on the system's left side.

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Use the space at the right edge of the HDD bay cover to pull it out from the system.

If the cover is difficult to remove, gently insert a
small screwdriver in the space and pry the cover off. Be careful not to damage the system or the cover when using a screwdriver.

Free the hard disk from the system.

Remove the blue screw with a crosshead screwdriver.

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Raise the metal handle.

Slide the hard disk to the right.

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Remove the hard disk from the system.

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Use the metal handle to pull the hard disk out from the system.

Replacing the hard disk
When replacing the hard disk, follow the procedure below to remove the metal frame.
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Use a crosshead screwdriver to remove the screws (4 places).
These screws are very tight, be sure to find a screwdriver that fits very well, and take your time.
If you strip a screw head and want to purchase a replacement screw see the bottom of this post.

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Remove the hard disk from the metal frame.
Lift one end and slide the hard disk out to remove.

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Place the replacement hard disk on the PS3? system hard disk's metal frame, and then attach using the screws (4 places).
Do not overtighten the screws.

Install the hard disk in the system.
Fully insert the hard disk in the HDD bay, and then slide it to the left. (I find that using your finger works better than the wire for this)

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Attach the blue screw to lock the hard disk in place.
Reattach the HDD bay cover.

Turn on the PS3? system. and congratulations for ur new 250GB Playstation 3 ^

nice thread where do you buy a replacement screw if you strip one of the oters

Thanks man i just bought a 120 gb harddrive from ebay You must login or register to view this content.
and ill be upgading my old 40gb. Also one question how do i save everything i have in my ps3 40gb harddrive and transfer it to the 120 gb one?

Update: Installed 250 mb hdd w/ 7200 rpm and a 16 cache and it works great! Installation was very simple, backing up took longer than install. Playing cod4 this weekend I could notice a small amount of extra speed, but it was more noticeable in Bioshock. Get the 7200 rpm

I agree homie..

Really good forum you got here...but I was just wondering, because I want to upgrade my PS3:

Would it be possible to use a 500GB Samsung 2.5 inch Hard Disk Drive 5400rpm SATA 8MB. Here is the link: You must login or register to view this content.

Don't you have to back up all your files first?

Yes, that won't take me long, I just want to know if that 500GB hdd would work, cos if so I want to buy it asap.

What can i use to back up all my files other than a external hard drive? isnt there a way to connect it to my computer or something?