[Release] REBUG 4.41.2 LITE + REBUG 4.30.2 D-REX EDITION

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 03/05/2013 , @ 07:21am

Team Rebug has released two new custom firmwares, a 4.30.2 D-REX edition compatible for DEX PS3 Systems, and the new 4.41.2 LITE. For a complete list of features, download links and more information, visit rebug.me. Please do not post download links of the rebug firmwares in the forum, because they rely on every visitor to pay for their servers.

rebug.me/

Thanks to xxmcvapourxx and w0313 for the news submission!

[Released] PS3ITA 4.21 v.2.2 DEX CFW

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 07/04/2013 , @ 04:23am

The Italians are back, team ITA have updated their 4.21 DEX CFW to version 2.2. Also, they have released an interesting new ‘loader’.

Changelog:

-Spoof firmware 4.40.
-IDPS All Change region 4.21 is now integrated in the fw and runs automatically during boot the console, there is no need to start it manually after every boot. To log on to the PSN simply log in as you were on an ordinary OFW.
-Sys_init_osd.self New, allows the start of our core (ps3itald.self) during boot the console. IMPORTANT: all credits for this go to sys_init_osd Miralatijera we just added a little bit (to make it boot faster) and brought patches to the nost cfw, ps3itald.self instead is a creation of our team. The core ps3itald.self is easily customizable thanks to PKG ps3ita loader.
-Fixed bug that did not allow the boot cd / dvd original PS2 PS3 backwards compatible.
-Vsh Patch magazines, ReactPsn now works perfectly.
0x80022D74 0x80022D11 Fix for errors relating to the trophies, in some cases after a downgrade by service mode was returned one of these errors and was forced to leave the game.

PS3ITA Loader:

Through the program ps3ita loader you can manage the core ps3itald.self and add / remove functions that will be performed automatically upon boot of the console (I think many of you will appreciate the “install_new_idps” allows you to permanently change your console id with one of your choice).

Install Instructions For the CFW

1. sure you have a console with CFW / OFW DEX (Debug) version 3.55/4.21.
2. strictly Install the Firmware Downgrader 3:55
3. PS3ITA Install CFW 4.21 DEX v2.2.

Install Instructions For PS3ITA Loader:

1. ps3ita Copy the folder in the root of the USB stick.
2. Move the flag you want to install from the folder / ps3ita/NOT_ACTIVE in / ps3ita (flags are simple text files and have explained in their function).
3. Insert the USB stick into the port on the right of the PS3.
4. install the pkg “ps3ita_loader” and run it.
If something goes wrong, the LED turns red, otherwise fine.
A log file in / dev_usb000/ps3ita cmq will be created to verify if all the steps have taken place correctly.
5. New features are now active

DOWNLOAD for CFW: http://www.multiupload.nl/GHXWLMIOVV
PASSWORD: vodka
MD5: 7E843FE9C17973CCB6C0ED0B27AB0A48

DOWNLOAD for Loader: http://www.ps3ita.it/download/Ps3ita_loader.rar

Source
http://www.ps3ita.it/cfw-ofw/ps3ita-…a-loader-v0-1/

Sorry about the clarity of the steps and information I’m afraid Italian is not one of my languages and Google translate is all I have for now

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Thanks to kiwitothemax for the news submission, and Rancid-o for the other thread which i’ve missed.

[Released] Rogero CEX 4.40 v1.03

Posted by manster , on 07/04/2013 , @ 03:59am

Rogero has realeased a new version of his CEX 4.40 CFW. It’s recommended to update if you are on v1.02.

CFW4.40 v1.03 released on first page, it is recommended to update from v1.02 because v1.03 is better built with more features.

I’ll have to remove my link in a while, so mirrors will be appreciated, Thanks.

Enjoy…

Rogero CFW4.40 v1.03

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 to Team Rebug for their original 4.30.1 Patch)

Added both noBD/noBT patches to allow installation on consoles with broken BluRay Drive or Bluetooth board.

Download and more Information: Official Release Thread @ Tortuga Cove

Source: Tortuga Cove

Thanks to charlie666 for the news submission.

Sony You Lost – You Took From Us – Devs Gave Back To Us

Posted by GregoryRasputin , on 01/04/2013 , @ 02:46pm

Around the world, April the first is known as April Fools day, where you make your familly and friends fall for some sort of trick or Joke.
But in the PS3 Scene, it was known as the day Sony released the disgusting 3.21 FW, which eradicated the “Install OtherOS” feature, thus removing the ability to install Linux, or completely taking the Linux partition away from users and in extreme cases making PS3 owners lose access to PSN is they decided to stay on Linux.
Sony’s victory was short lived, they made the mistake of lieing and saying they would always support OtherOS, then turning around and taking it away, their mistake was our victory as hackers and Devs worked until they got OtherOS restored on the PS3, now we can have Linux on 4.xx CFW/MFW.

So Thank You
graf_Chokolo
fail0verflow
glevand
and all the others that helped return the Linux function to the PS3.

[Released] PS3 4.40 CFW Update By MiralaTijera with ReActPSN RIF License Bypass

Posted by manster , on 30/03/2013 , @ 06:36am

Following up on PS3 4.40 CFW and the PS3 v3.1.0 Core Update, today Spanish PlayStation 3 developer MiralaTijera has updated his PS3 4.40 CFW to include a ReActPSN RIF license bypass which allows users to run all PS3 DLC, PS1, PS2 Classic and PSN content that previously required RIF files without ReActPSN now.

To quote, Properly translated thanks to @CaptainCPS-X :

[update 2 released , read the whole post ]

CFW 4.40 MiralaTijera :

Specifications :
sys_init_osd ( read “Special” )
lv1 peek / poke
lv2 peek / poke
Patched Syscon hash
Patched nas_plugin ( PKG Install )
explore_plugin parcheado ( original Install Packages )
appldr , lv2 hash
appldr, ecdsa
isoldr, ecdsa
spu_pkg_rvk_verifier , ecdsa
spu_token_processor , ecdsa

Functional QA flag

You can re-install the CFW over itself and you can install from CFW 4.31 MiralaTijera, and in theory from any CFW (I just confirm my CFWs).

Special:

-Integrated Core 3.0.1 (Install the nosearch flag for the controller synchronization problem /dev_usb000/flags/nosearch)
-sys_init_osd no longer exist, it has been completely replaced by CORE
-LED aways green (FOR NOW)

Bugs:

BDEMU without the drive is not working, OtherOS is not working

Payload:

Iris Manager 2.22 with payload 4.40 is included and ported to this version, source code has been handed to estwald, so he can upload them himself to the Git (repository).

Links for all this:

http://pastie.org/private/d29apzonxy5hzw2mozpg

USE THIS IRIS, I FIXED SOME BUGS: http://www.sendspace.com/file/spo1wh

the process to create the CFW is identical to the previous CFW I did before…

tomorrow or this afternoon I will make an update to the CORE to add BDEMU without need of the drive and the rest of things that need to be ported to the core

[update 1 ]

Core 3.1.0 CFW 4.40 MLT

BDEMU without drive working in 4.40 ( bdemu flag )

(beta) loading of alternative kernel (anotherlv2 flag) (the kernel has to be manually copied to /dev_rewrite/lv2ker.self, the console will do a reboot and when the USB is turned off, we remove it and it will load it. (beta)

reActPSN working, unsigned RIF and ACT.DAT deletion prevention.

Installation: Put the files on the package on the root of a USB Storage Device, then connect it to the right USB slot and turn the PS3 on, it will install and if the LED stays yellow, then it means that everything worked fine, you will have the log in the USB as before, etc…

http://pastie.org/private/gmrhneiqd1elkc9cnlczg
Update 2

PSX games will have the complete animation intro just like the PS1

ReactPSN has been fixed ( without copying or looking at Rogero’s fix )

RIF license bypass, this means that now the console will not care if the content has been purchased or not, so this means that a console without RIF’s nor ACT.DAT should boot all content without any problem ( ps2 classics for example ) BUUUUT will give a blackscreen, to fix that we will have to patch the “ps2netemu” so it uses a static klicensee.

and a new mode that I’ve called…

Dcex, basically reload the system in DEX mode WITHOUT changing the EID or doing the paraphernalia to switch the console to DEX, what you do need to have activated are the QA Flags, nothing else… all in a safe mode and we have our own kind of Debugger to be able to debug games and mount games via Network without any need of backup managers

This works as follows, inside the pack ( assuming that you have the console running this CFW update). I attached a file called lv2ker.self located in a folder that indicates to read this post.

This file must be transferred manually to the root of dev_flash, in this case using dev_blind or the same dev_rewrite that gets mounted by the core on each boot.

Next you just have to activate the flag anotherlv2 (I advice that all this process is temporal, if for any reason the boot fails and it gives 2 beeps, there is no problem, simply remove the flag from USB and reboot the console again.

Very well, once booted you will see everything just like a DEX, all the special icons and the quick sign up, everything is all good.

To use the PC Tools, you will need to connect the PS3 via Ethernet wire to your Router, and extract the RAR with all the tools that I’ve attached to the root of a Game, it should end up something like this =
Code:
PS3_GAME
 dcmanag.....
 dtccons..... ETC..
And then, go to Network Settings and verify the IP address you are assinged, right-click “MLTmountydebug.bat” and choose “Edit” and inside you will see the following IP 192.168.0.102, change it with your IP, save changes and run the script / batch… in that same moment you will see in discless that it mounts the game via Network, and in one of the 4 windows that will open, the “dtccons” will show you the debugging output, from the PS3 game and system.

Something like :
Code:
dtccons (Version 1.3 Thu Jun 08 17:05:26 2006)
===== Start agent =====
VSH Debug Agent Version 4.3.0 (62) (Built - Oct 17 2012 18:24:19)
And core 3.1.1 with the updates and fixes to accommodate what has just been described before in the CFW.

To apply the update, do as always, with the CORE and nosearch DISABLED you will put everything on the root of a USB Storage Device and it will do the dirty work, on reboot everything will be updated.

And with this and a Brazier, we burn Rogero xDDDD

Download:
https://mega.co.nz/#!Qx50nJJD!XpoXqm…udkjKOI39sM2co

Mirror:
http://www.mirrorcreator.com/files/1…ate1.rar_links

Source:
http://www.elotrolado.net/hilo_cfw-4…qaflag_1880798

Thanks to OKR2012 for the news submission!

Rogero CEX-4.40 v1.02 Released

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 28/03/2013 , @ 05:28am

This CFW was tested on most PS3 Models by different testers and no problems were encountered.
But as any CFW release you must install it with caution and by following proper instructions, No one will be held responsible for any damage caused.

Rogero CFW4.40 v1.02
v1.00 (initial build)
v1.01 (private beta build)
This CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over OFW3.55 or any CFW ver: 3.55/4.21/4.30/4.40 with the spkg patch.
Added the Cinavia Patched Video Player to disable the Cinavia Protection on HDD based content.
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 as long as the current “passphrase” still the same but it’s not recommended.
It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.40 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed.
The CFW can be used directly for Downgrading with Hardware flashers using the new tool “PS3 Nor and Nand Auto Patcher v0.04″.

Source: tortuga-cove.com

Update
Here’s a short video:

[Released] Team SGK 4.40.1 FULL no spoof

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 24/03/2013 , @ 08:18am

http://www.teamsgk.net/viewtopic.php…3d36b3ff8f0136

I really dont care for this CFW, but in the tradition of posting developments and for the purposes of completion here is what’s going on:

Translation:

4.40.1 changelog:
1: Adding Core OS compler 4.40
2: Adding and all self SPRX 4.40
3: QA flag enabled
4: pup can be used Checkoff downgrade with E3 flasher or progskeet

To set the debug menu setting on the xmb then went parameter has made networks and (L2 L1 L3 R1 R2 DOWN on DPAD)

Installation:
0: installable on all cfw 3.55 4.21 4.30 and 4.31v3.2, 4.0, 4.1, 4.2,5.0,5.1,5.2
1: toujour have qa flag enabled and system update debug ON
2: Copy the pup in your usb in PS3/UPDATE
3: from the xmb (cfw4.31-cfw4.30-cfw421-cfw3.55)
4: Update system
5: update from storage

Notice it isnt installable on OFW above 3.55 yet….. <cough>

[Released]Team SGK 4.31 v7.1 CFW

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 18/03/2013 , @ 07:32am

Team SGK have updated their 4.31 CFW to version 7.1, here is a quote from the change log:

v7.1 changelog:

1: patch enabled cinnavia
2: compatible with Rebug toolbox or tool CEX DEX I edit
3: Setting the Debug menu CEX DEX via toolbox and available
4: Rebug mode via the toolbox and is available mode is used Reacpsn
5: fake save data owner DEX functional setting
6: Adding trophies in the category sycronisé user to be able more easily

to enabled debug menu setting on the xmb has gone parameter networks and then made (R1 R2 L1 L2 L3 DOWN TO BELIEVE DIRECTIONAL)

Installation:
0: installable on all cfw 3.55 4.21 4.30 and 4.31v3.2, 4.0, 4.1, 4.2,5.0,5.1,5.2
1: toujour have qa flag enabled and system update debug ON
2: Copy the pup in your usb in PS3/UPDATE
3: from the xmb (cfw4.31-cfw4.30-cfw421-cfw3.55)
4: Update system
5: update from Supor storage

CFW 4.31 NO SPOOF FULL 4.31v7.1 by SGK changelog happens
Md5: 4b48711e83f6aba68c23ef7d627fd208<

CEX DEX TOOL by SGK
Md5: 413eda99ffcfd7cb20660c7c25f82213

CFW 4.31 NO SPOOF FULL 4.31v7 by SGK
Md5: 7ace5cab29e0d482dc951f3df2927dfc

FIX Multiman cat XMBSGK by SGK +
Md5: 2747f1c2b91bc9c6ffa7fd2d8f3bbc97

Source

DEFAULTDNB’s MD5 Tool

[Released] Rebug 4.30.2 REX Edition And Rebug Toolbox Update

Posted by GregoryRasputin , on 17/03/2013 , @ 04:25pm

The Rebug guys have updated both their Rebug Firmware and their Rebug Toolbox, here is a quote of the changes to the Rebug Toolbox

REBUG TOOLBOX 02.01.02 – MAR. 17TH 2013
ADDED – 4.30 DEX Support
ADDED – Better Support for non-REBUG CFW
ADDED – Backup/Restore of xRegistry
ADDED – Toggle QA support for all 3.55/4.21/4.30/4.31 CFW
FIXED – Bug that stopped LV2 kernel from being reloaded more than once from dev_flash

Source/Download

[Released] 4.30 DEX CFW By Miralatijera

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 11/03/2013 , @ 10:08am

This firmware is compatible with real debug/test units and CEX2DEX converts.
Here is a quote from the release thread translated via google:

deleted lv1ldr protection against consoles converted “unofficially”
lv2 peek / poke
lv1 peek / poke
Integrated and Iris Payload Manager 2.21 (see section scene)
spu_iso_rvk_pkg reinstall cfw patched for successful
spu_token_processor (qa flag activated if you had installed since 3.55) – <morning launched an app to activate these little things directly in 4.30 dex

I add more things tomorrow, for now is basic but is a cfw xD

Source

[Released] 4.31v5.0 CFW By SGK

Posted by GregoryRasputin , on 12/01/2013 , @ 01:18pm

Team SGK have updated their version of 4.30 CFW to 5.0, here is a quote from the Change Log:

Changelog :

-Included all the change log for version 3.2, 4.0, 4.1, 4.2

Category VIDEO
replaced from Service TV / video tv all the servise available in this Cathegory
Adding a Manager there in the video category

Category Photo, Music, Service TV / video
Adding a Manager there in each category

Category Network
WWW-Scene PS3
=> PS3 Scene
=> Team SGK
=> Planet PS3
=> Consolhackdev
=> PS3 News
=> PSX Scene
=> Code name: Rebug
=> Tortua cove
=> PS3 Dev Wiki => Homebrew Store => Brewlogy => PSX Store => Social Network => facebook => Youtube XL

Category XmbSgk +
home + SGK Manager
-SGK_App/PS3
-install “Install_Package_files.pkg” (Logog MultiMan)

SGK Home Manager:
File Manager-games
-games Manager
, File Manager => Internal Hard Disk Drive
=> Optical Discs
=> Internal Flash Memory
=> Network

- Homebrew Browser
=> MultiMan manager (3.41-4.31) Base
=> Update Manager MultiMan
=> ReactPSN2.0 SGK
=> Game Data SGK V2
=> CEX DEX TOOL
=> SGK FW Update

- SGK Package Manager
=> Install Package Files
=> Delete Files Package

Adding QA Flag is Enabled (activation from 3.55)
Add QA Tool CEX DEX DEX With
Addition Rebug Mode
Added Alphabetical XMB
Download Add pkg
Added possibility to put CFW on the HDD and switcher
Deactivation of the research system Last updated on BR reader

Installation:

0: installable on all cfw 3.55 4.21 4.30 and 4.31v3.2, 4.0, 4.1, 4.2,
1: toujour have qa flag enabled and system update debug ON
2: Copy the pup in your usb in PS3/UPDATE
3: from the xmb (cfw4.31-cfw4.30-cfw421)
4: Update system
5: update from Supor storage

Source/Download

[Release] Rogero CEX-4.30 v2.05 – Cinavia Protection Disabled + “ToolBox” Instead of IPF

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 06/01/2013 , @ 07:00am

Another update, Rogero CEX-4.30 v2.05, has been released by Rogero. This version changes the IPF (Install Package Files) over [app_home] to “ToolBox” and disables the Cinavia Protection on HDD content.

Rogero

This CFW was tested on most PS3 Models by different testers and no problems were encountered.
But as any CFW release you must install it with caution and by following proper instructions, No one will be held responsible for any damage caused.

* This CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over any OFW3.55/CFW3.55/CFW4.21/CFW4.30.

* For details about Downgrading back to CFW/OFW3.55 Please read the Downgrade Guide below

Rogero CFW4.30 v2.05
* Changed the [app_home/PS3_GAME] IPF Name and Icon to show as “ToolBox” now so we don’t have duplicate “IPF” entries on XMB.
* Added the Cinavia Patched Video Player module to disable the Cinavia Protection on HDD based content ( Credits to Team Rebug for the module )
* Added the new patches that allowed the return of the Original “*Install Package Files” and “Install All Packages”, Credits to Szalay and “hidden Man”.
* Updated Dean’s “*Install Package files” (Toolbox in v2.05) on [app_home] to the latest version that doesn’t requires additional HDD space or a PS3 Restart anymore.
* All the previous features of version 2.03 are all preserved.

Rogero CFW4.30 v2.03 Details
* Rebuilt from scratch using OFW4.30 files only (no DEX/SEX files) with official XMB and full features working as in OFW4.30
* All known problems like XMB icons sorting and Demo Mode issues from previous versions are now gone with the use of the official XMB.
* New Improved “Install Package Files” Application added to XMB instead of using the traditional DEX Icon, to have a 100% original XMB.
* Once the PS3 is booted, select the [app_home/PS3_GAME] Icon and It will change automatically to [* Install Package Files]
* If you load a Game from multiMAN it will still be redirected and shown under the same [app_home/PS3_GAME] Icon
* After loading a Game, you can restart the PS3 again to have [* Install Package Files] back on XMB
* You can also Install the new stand-alone XMB application from Deank –> [* Install Package Files] to have it showing permanently on XMB.
- [* Install Package Files] function supports:
— up to 256 pkg files
— split pkg files
— sorting
— queued PKG indication (in red)
— multipart (split) PKG indication (in yellow)
— copy/transfer progress
— Scanned locations: /dev_usb*** /dev_hdd0 /dev_bdvd in /PKG /packages and root folders
— Split files format: .0 – .63 / .66600 – .66663 / .001 – .064
* CFW Structure fixed to match the OFW 4.xx Structure:
— No more corrupted data error messages while Installing from XMB or Recovery Menu.
— The CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over any OFW3.55/CFW3.55/CFW4.21/CFW4.30.
— HDD can be swapped/changed and the CFW4.30 v2.03 will re-install without any problem.
* Patched LV1 to disable LV2 Protection.
* Patched LV1 to add peek/poke support to replace hvc 182/183 (multiMAN Direct Disc Access is now working fine with CFW4.30 v2.03)
* Patched LV1 to disable SYSTEM MANAGER INTEGRITY CHECK (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)
* Patched LV1 Core OS Hash Check (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)
* The CFW can be used directly for Downgrading with Hardware flashers /Flashing from FSM/Exiting from FSM, all works fine.
* The CFW have both noBD/noBT patches to allow installation on consoles with broken BluRay Drive or Bluetooth board.
* Patched LV2 to add peek/poke support. (for both LV1 and LV2)
* Patched VSH to enable ReActPSN compatibility (Allow Unsigned act.dat and *.rif files, Disable Unlinking/Deleting of act.dat)
* Spoofed the system version to latest OFW version 4.31.
* PSN/SEN access is available as long as the current “passphrase” still the same.
* Loading games from App_home Icon is now fixed.
* It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.30 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed
* Games can be loaded from Disc Icon (with Original game in BD) and from app_home (Disc-less, but not all games).
* Current 3.55 homebrew applications can’t be loaded on this CFW, applications must be re-signed properly for FW4.21/4.30

ATTENTION:

1- This CFW does have LV1 checks disabled and can be installed on Downgraded PS3 consoles even if not dehashed after downgrade. Just in case anyone still need to dehash, here’s the link Link —-> Dehashing Tutorial

2- Always make a NOR/Nand dump using multiMAN before installing any CFW to have a recovery backup in case of any bricks.
Having a valid NOR/Nand dump is an essential step before upgrading, because you will always have a chance to recover when you have a valid dump.
** A Hardware Flasher alone without a valid dump may not fix your bricked PS3 **

3- The QA flag is better to be always Enabled on your PS3 for safer upgrading/downgrading operations. Link —-> toggle_qa.pkg

4- Please Check the MD5 of the downloaded PUP file before installing any CFW to avoid possible bricks.

5- DO NOT HAVE DISC IN PS3 WHEN UPDATING FIRMWARES..As the PS3 will take the UPDATE from the DISC First.

6- You need to be already on a 3.55OFW or 3.55CFW/4.21CFW/4.30CFW to install this. Installing from any OFW > 3.55 won’t work. (Hardware Flasher needed)

- Downgrading back to 3.55 is always possible using the following steps :
- Download the Downgrader PUP —> Downgrader PUP mirror —> Downgrader PUP
…Size 176MB (184,595,263 bytes) MD5: 49d80e07fc1f5ca1b0840e02e94635db
- Rename the downloaded file to “PS3UPDAT.PUP” and put it on your USB in: “USBPS3UPDATEPS3UPDAT.PUP”
- While on Rogero CFW4.30, go to System Update from XMB and install the Downgrader PUP.
- After the Downgrader PUP installs you’ll be on a hybrid CFW3.55 that will still shows the spoofed ver4.21 from system settings.
- In case you didn’t have it Set Before, Enable QA flag by following these steps:

1- Download the Rebug QA_Toggle package from here —> toggle_qa.pkg
2- Put the “toggle_qa.pkg” on USB and Install it on the PS3.
3- Run the “Rebug Toggle QA” from XMB, the screen will go Black and you will see HDD Led activity then if all went fine you will hear 2 or 3 Beeps and the PS3 will Restart back to XMB.
4- If you want to make sure QA flag was set, go to “Network Settings” then apply the following key combo (all at the same time):

L1 + L2 + L3 (press left stick) + R1 + R2 + dpad_down

You should see Edy Viewer, Debug Settings, and Install Package Files if done correctly.

- Now put “Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7″ on your USB in: “USBPS3UPDATEPS3UPDAT.PUP” —> Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7.PUP
- Start the PS3 and install “Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7″ using the System Update from XMB.
- Once you’re back on Rogero CFW3.55 v3.7 you can now install any CFW 3.55/4.21/4.30 using the System Update from XMB
( or Recovery Menu if XMB Update didn’t work ).

Credits to :

*- Szalay and “hidden Man” for the new patches that allowed the return of the original [*Install Package Files] Function.

*- Deank for his continuous efforts on Multiman, the new “Install Package Files” Function and all his assistance during the build process.

*- Evilnat [Nathan_r32_69] for all his contribution with the code, awesome tools, and the Sleepless nights working/testing together.

*- Abkarino [DVD4Arab] for all his research, coding, tools, and help (Good job my friend)

*- The Anonymous source of valuable information ( you know who you are, much Respect )

*- Cyberskunk/Rebug Team for the hints about fixing the UPL package and the Build number, Thank you.

*- All Tortuga-Cove Staff from Admins and Moderators (Thank you Windrider for all the support provided)

*- PS3DevWiki for the valuable and always up-to-date source of information.

Download: Rogero_CEX4.30_V2.05.PUP

MD5: 91fb63b42b9d3e24a29478a71524de64
Size: 192 MB (201,611,904 bytes)

Source/More Information/More Links: Rogero CEX-4.30 v2.05 Release Thread @ Tortuga Cove

Thanks to Nicholas19 for the news tip!

[Release] Rogero CEX-4.30 v2.04 – Original “*Install Package Files” And Updated [app_home] IPF

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 05/01/2013 , @ 07:59am

Install Package Files

Rogero has released an updated version of his Custom Firmware. Rogero CEX-4.30 v2.04 brings back the official “*Install Package Files” and updates Deank’s IPF on [app_home].
Rogero

This CFW was tested on most PS3 Models by different testers and no problems were encountered.
But as any CFW release you must install it with caution and by following proper instructions, No one will be held responsible for any damage caused.

* This CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over any OFW3.55/CFW3.55/CFW4.21/CFW4.30.

* For details about Downgrading back to CFW/OFW3.55 Please read the Downgrade Guide below

Rogero CFW4.30 v2.04 Change-log
* Added the new patches that allowed the return of the Original “*Install Package Files”, Credits to Szalay and “hidden Man”.
* Updated Dean’s “*Install Package files” on [app_home] to the latest version that doesn’t requires a PS3 Restart anymore.
* All the previous features of version 2.03 are all preserved.

Rogero CFW4.30 v2.03 Details
* Rebuilt from scratch using OFW4.30 files only (no DEX/SEX files) with official XMB and full features working as in OFW4.30
* All known problems like XMB icons sorting and Demo Mode issues from previous versions are now gone with the use of the official XMB.
* New Improved “Install Package Files” Application added to XMB instead of using the traditional DEX Icon, to have a 100% original XMB.
* Once the PS3 is booted, select the [app_home/PS3_GAME] Icon and It will change automatically to [* Install Package Files]
* If you load a Game from multiMAN it will still be redirected and shown under the same [app_home/PS3_GAME] Icon
* After loading a Game, you can restart the PS3 again to have [* Install Package Files] back on XMB
* You can also Install the new stand-alone XMB application from Deank –> [* Install Package Files] to have it showing permanently on XMB.
- [* Install Package Files] function supports:
— up to 256 pkg files
— split pkg files
— sorting
— queued PKG indication (in red)
— multipart (split) PKG indication (in yellow)
— copy/transfer progress
— Scanned locations: /dev_usb*** /dev_hdd0 /dev_bdvd in /PKG /packages and root folders
— Split files format: .0 – .63 / .66600 – .66663 / .001 – .064
* CFW Structure fixed to match the OFW 4.xx Structure:
— No more corrupted data error messages while Installing from XMB or Recovery Menu.
— The CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over any OFW3.55/CFW3.55/CFW4.21/CFW4.30.
— HDD can be swapped/changed and the CFW4.30 v2.03 will re-install without any problem.
* Patched LV1 to disable LV2 Protection.
* Patched LV1 to add peek/poke support to replace hvc 182/183 (multiMAN Direct Disc Access is now working fine with CFW4.30 v2.03)
* Patched LV1 to disable SYSTEM MANAGER INTEGRITY CHECK (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)
* Patched LV1 Core OS Hash Check (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)
* The CFW can be used directly for Downgrading with Hardware flashers /Flashing from FSM/Exiting from FSM, all works fine.
* The CFW have both noBD/noBT patches to allow installation on consoles with broken BluRay Drive or Bluetooth board.
* Patched LV2 to add peek/poke support. (for both LV1 and LV2)
* Patched VSH to enable ReActPSN compatibility (Allow Unsigned act.dat and *.rif files, Disable Unlinking/Deleting of act.dat)
* Spoofed the system version to latest OFW version 4.31.
* PSN/SEN access is available as long as the current “passphrase” still the same.
* Loading games from App_home Icon is now fixed.
* It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.30 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed
* Games can be loaded from Disc Icon (with Original game in BD) and from app_home (Disc-less, but not all games).
* Current 3.55 homebrew applications can’t be loaded on this CFW, applications must be re-signed properly for FW4.21/4.30

ATTENTION:

1- This CFW does have LV1 checks disabled and can be installed on Downgraded PS3 consoles even if not dehashed after downgrade. Just in case anyone still need to dehash, here’s the link Link —-> Dehashing Tutorial

2- Always make a NOR/Nand dump using multiMAN before installing any CFW to have a recovery backup in case of any bricks.
Having a valid NOR/Nand dump is an essential step before upgrading, because you will always have a chance to recover when you have a valid dump.
** A Hardware Flasher alone without a valid dump may not fix your bricked PS3 **

3- The QA flag is better to be always Enabled on your PS3 for safer upgrading/downgrading operations. Link —-> toggle_qa.pkg

4- Please Check the MD5 of the downloaded PUP file before installing any CFW to avoid possible bricks.

5- DO NOT HAVE DISC IN PS3 WHEN UPDATING FIRMWARES..As the PS3 will take the UPDATE from the DISC First.

6- You need to be already on a 3.55OFW or 3.55CFW/4.21CFW/4.30CFW to install this. Installing from any OFW > 3.55 won’t work. (Hardware Flasher needed)

- Downgrading back to 3.55 is always possible using the following steps :
- Download the Downgrader PUP —> Downgrader PUP mirror —> Downgrader PUP
…Size 176MB (184,595,263 bytes) MD5: 49d80e07fc1f5ca1b0840e02e94635db
- Rename the downloaded file to “PS3UPDAT.PUP” and put it on your USB in: “USBPS3UPDATEPS3UPDAT.PUP”
- While on Rogero CFW4.30, go to System Update from XMB and install the Downgrader PUP.
- After the Downgrader PUP installs you’ll be on a hybrid CFW3.55 that will still shows the spoofed ver4.21 from system settings.
- In case you didn’t have it Set Before, Enable QA flag by following these steps:

1- Download the Rebug QA_Toggle package from here —> toggle_qa.pkg
2- Put the “toggle_qa.pkg” on USB and Install it on the PS3.
3- Run the “Rebug Toggle QA” from XMB, the screen will go Black and you will see HDD Led activity then if all went fine you will hear 2 or 3 Beeps and the PS3 will Restart back to XMB.
4- If you want to make sure QA flag was set, go to “Network Settings” then apply the following key combo (all at the same time):

L1 + L2 + L3 (press left stick) + R1 + R2 + dpad_down

You should see Edy Viewer, Debug Settings, and Install Package Files if done correctly.

- Now put “Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7″ on your USB in: “USBPS3UPDATEPS3UPDAT.PUP” —> Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7.PUP
- Start the PS3 and install “Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7″ using the System Update from XMB.
- Once you’re back on Rogero CFW3.55 v3.7 you can now install any CFW 3.55/4.21/4.30 using the System Update from XMB
( or Recovery Menu if XMB Update didn’t work ).

Credits to :

*- Szalay and “hidden Man” for the new patches that allowed the return of the original [*Install Package Files] Function.

*- Deank for his continuous efforts on Multiman, the new “Install Package Files” Function and all his assistance during the build process.

*- Evilnat [Nathan_r32_69] for all his contribution with the code, awesome tools, and the Sleepless nights working/testing together.

*- Abkarino [DVD4Arab] for all his research, coding, tools, and help (Good job my friend)

*- The Anonymous source of valuable information ( you know who you are, much Respect )

*- Cyberskunk/Rebug Team for the hints about fixing the UPL package and the Build number, Thank you.

*- All Tortuga-Cove Staff from Admins and Moderators (Thank you Windrider for all the support provided)

*- PS3DevWiki for the valuable and always up-to-date source of information.

Download: Rogero_CEX4.30_V2.04.PUP

MD5: 9f148cb1e265810e9f962ffd4119d0fc
Size: 192 MB (201,591,424 bytes)

Source/More Information/More Links: Rogero CEX-4.30 v2.04 Release Thread @ Tortuga Cove

Thanks to King-Kratos for the news tip!

[Release] REBUG 4.30.1 STANDARD + New 3.55.4 And 4.21.2 REX + ’999′ DOWNGRADER Update

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 04/01/2013 , @ 06:46am

Rebug
Team Rebug have released their new firmwares, including a new 4.30.1 Standard Version and updates of their REX Editions. Many thanks to the awesome devs for this nice new year gift. Go to Rebug.me for more information and download links.

LATEST REBUG FIRMWARE BUILDS

REBUG 4.30.1 STANDARD – JAN. 3RD 2013:

FIRST RELEASE – See below for full feature list

REBUG 4.21.2 REX EDITION – JAN. 3RD 2013:

FIXED – PS2 Classic and PS2 PSN Titles now work
PATCHED – LV1: Undocumented function 114
PATCHED – LV1: Skip all ACL Checks

REBUG 3.55.4 REX EDITION – JAN. 3RD 2013:

FIXED – PS2 Classic and PS2 PSN Titles now work
PATCHED – LV1: Skip all ACL Checks

’999′ DOWNGRADER – JAN. 3RD 2013:

FIXED – PS2 Classic and PS2 PSN Titles now work
PATCHED – LV1: Skip all ACL Checks

FEATURES FOR REBUG REX EDITION ONLY:

FEATURE – Dual LV2 Kernels CEX/DEX
(Swap your EID0/LV2 kernel using Rebug Toolbox in seconds)

FEATURE – ALL Retail functions available in CEX mode
(No need to install different firmware)

FEATURE – ALL Debug functions available in DEX mode
(No need to install different firmware)

FEATURE – ProDG Connectivity in DEX mode

FEATURES FOR ALL REBUG FIRMWARE:

FEATURE – QA Token compatibility

FEATURE – OtherOS++ support enabled
(Use Rebug Toolbox to Boot OtherOS with different LV1 patches)

FEATURE – 4.31 Version Spoof files
(PSN/SEN Enabled for REBUG 4.21.1 and higher)

FEATURE – Package Manager
(Replacement for the standard ‘Install Package Files’ option)

UPDATED – Rebug Toolbox 02.01.00:

PATCHED – LV1: Disable System Integrity Check
(Safe to use with mismatched COREOS/SYSCON versions or if PS3 is not QA enabled)

PATCHED – LV1: Undocumented function 114
(Allow mapping of protected memory)

PATCHED – LV1: Skip all ACL Checks
(Needed to allow booting of OtherOS)

PATCHED – LV1: Peek and Poke support
(Unused LV1 call 182 and 183)

PATCHED - LV2: Peek and Poke support
(LV2 Syscall 6 and 7)

PATCHED - LV2: Peek and Poke support for LV1
(LV2 Syscall 8 and 9)

PATCHED - LV2: LV1 CALL System call
(LV2 Syscall 10)

PATCHED - VSH: Allow Unsigned act.dat and *.rif files

PATCHED - VSH: Disable Unlinking/Deleting of act.dat

FUN FEATURE – Fake Save Data Owner
(Use Game Saves from ANY Owner)

FUN FEATURE – Lock/Unlock Trophies

FUN FEATURE – Cinavia protection disabled

’999′ DOWNGRADER FEATURES:

FEATURE – All 3.55.x REX EDITION Features
(Firmware is identical)

FEATURE – Downgrade any firmware version CFW with spkg sig check patched

PACKAGE MANAGER:

Package Manager is a replacement for the standard Install Package Files option under Game in the XMB. It allows for the install and deletion of .pkg files from dev_hdd0/packages, dev_usb/packages and the standard Install Package Files locations. In addition to this, your downloaded PSN content ‘bubbles’ will appear under this option instead of cluttering your Game menu with uninstalled content.

USAGE:
Navigate to Game in your XMB and click on Package Manager (It will be where Install Package Files usually is). You will find three options.

PlayStation®Network Content
Manage your downloaded PlayStation®Network Content.

Install Package Files
INSTALL package files from Storage Devices and your PS3.

PS3 Hard Disk (dev_hdd0/packages)
Package Folder (dev_usb/packages)
Standard Package Location (Standard Install Package Files locations)

NOTE: The Install All Packages is only available by pressing the TRIANGLE button when the Standard Package Location option is highlighted because the PS3 will only install ALL packages from the root of a storage device as of the moment.

Delete Package Files
DELETE package files from Storage Devices and your PS3.

PS3 Hard Disk (dev_hdd0/packages)
Package Folder (dev_usb/packages)
Standard Package Location (Standard Install Package Files locations)

DELETING FILES:
1: Highlight the file you would like to delete and press TRIANGLE. The sidebar should appear.
2: Press CROSS on either Unlink or Unlink(Folder) (Both do the same thing for now).

REBUG TOOLBOX

Rebug Toolbox is application designed to complete the full function of REBUG REX EDITION firmwares. Besides from performing the CEX/DEX EID0 and LV2 Kernel Swapping it is also an FTP server and is packed with a bunch of other useful tools.

INSTALL:
1: In the PS3 XMB go to Game menu
2: Select Package Manager
3: Select Install Package Files
4: Select PS3 Hard Disk
5: Select REBUG-TOOLBOX-02.xx.xx.pkg

More information About REBUG TOOLBOX==>>Rebug.me

OTHER TOOLBOX FEATURES:

L3 changes clock/temperature display

L2+R2 enable screensaver

START+R2 take a raw rgb screenshot

Remote-play via PSP/PSVITA

Auto-turn-off if idle for 1 hour

Telnet to PS3 ip at port: 8080

FTP access with writable dev_flash mounted as dev_rebug
(port: 21, user: anonymous, password: (anything))

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

QA SUPPORT

QA is supported in all REBUG FIRMWARE but at this point in time we are unable to set the QA Token from GameOS on 3.55+ firmware.
It is good practice to enable QA in 3.55 before updating to any CFW not just REBUG.

OTHEROS++ SUPPORT

OtherOS++ is supported by all REBUG REX EDITIONS and will detect your existing OtherOS HDD partition.
However none of the REBUG REX EDITIONS have emer_init.self patched (create smaller GameOS partition). We are working on a solution to this from GameOS.

In the meantime if you do want to create an OtherOS partition you have two options:

1: Use a 3.55 firmware that already has emer_init.self patched to the size you want.
2: Patch REBUG 3.55.x REX EDITION in PS3MFW Builder

If you choose option 2 we highly recommend that you ONLY patch emer_init.self. Also the resulting PUP will only be able to be installed on 3.55 firmware as the spkg_hdr will be mismatched.

REBUG 4.21.x AND HIGHER

INSTALL:
From XMB install REBUG 4.21.x AND HIGHER over any 3.55 OFW/CFW/MFW or the same or lower firmware version CFW with spkg sig check patched or any firmware version CFW with spkg sig check patched and QA enabled.

UNINSTALL:
From XMB REBUG 4.21.x AND HIGHER can be uninstalled with the same or higher firmware version OFW/CFW/MFW or with REBUG 3.55.x REX EDITION on a QA enabled PS3 or with the ’999′ DOWNGRADER if QA was NOT enabled.

REBUG 3.55.x REX EDITION

INSTALL:
From XMB install REBUG 3.55.x REX EDITION over the same or lower firmware version OFW/CFW/MFW or any firmware version CFW/MFW with spkg sig check patched and QA enabled.

UNINSTALL:
From XMB REBUG 3.55.x REX EDITION can be uninstalled with the same or higher firmware version OFW/CFW/MFW.

REBUG ’999′ DOWNGRADER

THIS WILL SET YOUR SYSCON COREOS VERSION TO 9.99 ON PURPOSE: DO NOT PANIC
REQUIRES SYSCON DEHASHING AFTER DOWNGRADE

INSTALL:
From XMB install ’999′ DOWNGRADER over any firmware version CFW/MFW with spkg sig check patched on a PS3 with or without QA enabled.

UNINSTALL/DEHASH: REQUIRES PS3 TO BE QA ENABLED:
From XMB ’999′ DOWNGRADER can be uninstalled/dehashed with the REBUG 3.55.x REX EDITION or from Recovery Mode with any other 3.55 OFW/CFW/MFW.

For Download & more Information go to Rebug.me

Thanks to Nicholas19 for the news tip!

[Released] TEAMSGK CFW4.31v4

Posted by GregoryRasputin , on 25/12/2012 , @ 10:22pm

Here is a Christmas present from French Developers TEAMSGK, here is a roughly translated quote from the source:

Hi everyone,
The Noel”” father went through my message box after this afternoon and guess what there was when I logged Yep, A beautiful CFW4.31v4_teamSGK brand new only asking that to be download and installed, DO NOT FORGET back through the 3.55, so it is with pleasure and PRIMEUR I present you below …. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS: here’s a video for you to feast before downloading

Here are the main novelty of our new ultra-functional and CFW perfomants
CHANGELOG

Complete removal of the” rebooting” when using package.

MODDED_MULTIMANstealth_intégré -HOMEBREW additional category in the xmb Arrow TV and VIDEO Merge.

Adding a video manager -Adding a music manager.

Adding a Photo getionnaire.

games Category XMBSGK change to” +” and SGK HOME MANAGER sgkAPP now available in the new category” +” XMBSGK PUPDOWNGRADE ( sorry for the speed I’m going to link faster max 1hrs (FOR THOSE WHO DO MORE ON / NO).

Download/Source

[Release] Rogero CFW 4.30 (v2.03) [XMB "Install Package Files" & No Downgrade Needed]

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 02/12/2012 , @ 04:45am

@Rogero has just released the latest and final CFW v4.30 (v2.03), as a result of much work, dedication and support from many devs / users, he provide the most stable release of all .

The most notable update being the presence of the XMB “Install Package Files” feature and it is no longer needed to downgrade to CFW 3.55 to install it.

Here you have the changelog / features:

Originally Posted by Rogero

Rogero CFW4.30 v2.03 Details

Rebuilt from scratch using OFW4.30 files only (no DEX/SEX files) with official XMB and full features working as in OFW4.30

All known problems like XMB icons sorting and Demo Mode issues from previous versions are now gone with the use of the official XMB.

New Improved “Install Package Files” Application added to XMB instead of using the traditional DEX Icon, to have a 100% original XMB.

Once the PS3 is booted, select the [app_home/PS3_GAME] Icon and It will change automatically to [* Install Package Files]

If you load a Game from multiMAN it will still be redirected and shown under the same [app_home/PS3_GAME] Icon

After loading a Game, you can restart the PS3 again to have [* Install Package Files] back on XMB

You can also Install the new stand-alone XMB application from Deank –> [* Install Package Files] to have it showing permanently on XMB.
- [* Install Package Files] function supports:
— up to 256 pkg files
— split pkg files
— sorting
— queued PKG indication (in red)
— multipart (split) PKG indication (in yellow)
— copy/transfer progress
— Scanned locations: /dev_usb*** /dev_hdd0 /dev_bdvd in /PKG /packages and root folders
— Split files format: .0 – .63 / .66600 – .66663 / .001 – .064

CFW Structure fixed to match the OFW 4.xx Structure:
— No more corrupted data error messages while Installing from XMB or Recovery Menu.
— The CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over any OFW3.55/CFW3.55/CFW4.21/CFW4.30.
— HDD can be swapped/changed and the CFW4.30 v2.03 will re-install without any problem.

Patched LV1 to disable LV2 Protection.

Patched LV1 to add peek/poke support to replace hvc 182/183 (multiMAN Direct Disc Access is now working fine with CFW4.30 v2.03)

Patched LV1 to disable SYSTEM MANAGER INTEGRITY CHECK (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)

Patched LV1 Core OS Hash Check (to prevent Bricking on non-dehashed downgraded consoles)

The CFW can be used directly for Downgrading with Hardware flashers /Flashing from FSM/Exiting from FSM, all works fine.

Patched LV2 to add peek/poke support. (for both LV1 and LV2)

Patched VSH to enable ReActPSN compatibility (Allow Unsigned act.dat and *.rif files, Disable Unlinking/Deleting of act.dat)

Spoofed the system version to latest OFW version 4.31.

PSN/SEN access is available as long as the current “passphrase” still the same.

Loading games from App_home Icon is now fixed.

It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.30 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed

Games can be loaded from Disc Icon (with Original game in BD) and from app_home (Disc-less, but not all games).

Current 3.55 homebrew applications can’t be loaded on this CFW, applications must be re-signed properly for FW4.21/4.30

For more details and official source go to:

Tortuga Cove / Official Rogero CFW 4.30 (v2.03) thread

My personal installation results:

PS3 Model: CECH-E01 (NAND / BC)
Installed FW: Rogero CFW 4.30 (v2.00)
Target FW: Rogero CFW 4.30 (v2.03)
Method: XMB Install
Result: OK (like ~5 minutes to install)

PS3 Model: CECH-2501A (NOR / Slim)
Installed FW: Rogero CFW 4.30 (v2.00)
Target FW: Rogero CFW 4.30 (v2.03)
Method: XMB Install
Result: OK (Quick install, like ~2 minutes)

Download / Mirrors:

uploaded.to (Thanks to @realth at Tortuga Cove)
BillionUploads (Thanks to @PvL71 at Tortuga Cove)
dropbox (Thanks to @PvL71 at Tortuga Cove)
mediafire
rapidshare

Originally Posted by Rogero

Link ———> Rogero_CEX4.30_V2.03.PUP

MD5: 5f7434a46f7909689b00558a06071689
Size: 192 MB (201,591,424 bytes)

For all the users that are having the Singstar Icon on XMB, please know that this is a pure Original FW 4.30/4.31 feature and
it seems it is only showing for Europe users when they connect the PS3 to the internet.

Here’s two links to the SingStar problem with OFW4.30 :
—> Singstar Icon appeared after online update to FW 4.30
—> Singstar Icon appeared after online update to FW 4.30

This CFW was tested on most PS3 Models by different testers and no problems were encountered.
But as any CFW release you must install it with caution and by following proper instructions, No one will be held responsible for any damage caused.

* This CFW can be installed fine from XMB Update over any OFW3.55/CFW3.55/CFW4.21/CFW4.30.

* For details about Downgrading back to CFW/OFW3.55 Please read the Downgrade Guide below

Thanks to realth and CaptainCPS-X for the news submission and the installation results!

[Released] Rogero CEX-4.30 CFW v1.03

Posted by PS3Hax Member News , on 06/11/2012 , @ 12:13pm

Rogero has released a new version of his CEX-4.30 CFW. Version v1.03 includes the latest multiMAN 04.10.00 and a PlayStation home fix.

Rogero

v1.03
- Removed the Cinavia Disabled files and reverted back to the original files due to some Video Playback problems detected.

v1.02
- The PS3~dev_blind.zip fix is now Pre-patched in the PUP itself.
- Fixed the bug of “Corrupted Data” on installation from Recovery encountered by some users.
- Added the Cinavia Disabled files into the PUP.
- Updated multiMAN to the latest 04.10.00 build in the package.
- Added the new simple to install PlayStation home fix to the package too.

Source and Download: Tortuga Cove

PS3 4.21/4.30/4.xx CFW User Guide – Read Before Attempting Anything And Bookmark (Posted by GregoryRasputin)

Thanks to Atomsk and MajorDisaster for the news submission!

[Released] Custom Firmware Validator v2.0 Rev-8

Posted by GregoryRasputin , on 04/11/2012 , @ 09:01pm

Grimm and Berion have updated their popular CFW checking program, to include more CEX and the newer DEX firmwares, here is a quote from the source:

CHANGES:
- added all CEX CFW up to 4.30
- added all DEX CFW
- added missing DEX OFW
- added missing CEX OFW
- added missing Glevand’s CFW 3.55 (included test releases)
- added missing Rogero’s CFW 3.55
- added some missing checksums for some firmwares
- old, translated databases are moved to ./outdated folder

TODO:
- add missing CEX OFW (the ones from BD-ROM)
- add missing SEX OFW

Here are a couple of quotes from the Read Me:

Hello.

Custom Firmware Validator is a program designed mainly for verifying downloaded or manually patched firmwares for PS3. This application compares checksums from the database with those which are being calculated on the currently open file. If at least one would match, the following things will appear: the name of the firmware and its short description, the option to show the list of additional functions and the option to visit the author’s web page, also one could copy a file onto USB with the proper directory structure and its name (PS3, PSP, PSV).

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: I still don’t understand what this program do!
A: In other simpler words, using CFV:
- You cannot flash your console by fake firmware. In first days of CFW on PS3, many bastards linked higher OFW as CFW and some people have been fooled by them, ending with non software downgradable OFW. This application protect you from such situation.
- You cannot misleading one CFW with another, modified by someone else than author of this CFW. This application gave you confidence that scaned CFW is the release CFW, not modified by someone else.
- You can transfer OFW/CFW directly to your USB device. It even detect if file system is FAT32 but not only! Also detect if this FAT32 is on MBR (which is only one support by PS3) or GPT and other not supported table format.
- You can go to authors webpage if it’s linked in database.
- You can take more user friendly information about firmware (like properly working Trophy system, Cinavia DRM patched, protecting from ACT.DAT deleting etc.).

Q: How many fw CFV recognize?
A: Custom Firmware Validator support all CEX OFWs, all leaked SEX, DEX, DECR and all known to us CFWs (more than 50). This give us support for ~200 firmwares!

Q: Do you plan to make databases updates?
A: Yes, but only the one for PS3. In this aspect we count on the community’s involvement. ;]

Source PSX Scene

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