How To Upgrade the PlayStation 3's (Super Slim) Hard Drive! (SSD)

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  • @wwjoshdew
    @wwjoshdew  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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  • @willbarnz6960
    @willbarnz6960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Oh how time has changed pricing.

    • @BlueGreyWolf
      @BlueGreyWolf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I got a 1TB Samsung 870 EVO on sale for $115 in the year 2022, time *really* did changed the pricing on these bad boys!

    • @refineme
      @refineme ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@BlueGreyWolf those Samsung 1tb Ssd are now $79.99 at Microcenter, Feb 11, 2023.

    • @magnumstrike1
      @magnumstrike1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Just bought a 1tb ssd for $50

    • @AshtonGodbout
      @AshtonGodbout ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Now there 40-50 depending sale and location 😂

    • @rogelioregalado2032
      @rogelioregalado2032 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's the best possible ssd for slim ps3 I assume what he has is an early ssd

  • @mathjesticgaming1188
    @mathjesticgaming1188 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    15 y/o me is kicking myself over not knowing how easy changing the hard drive is on these

  • @justnarnia
    @justnarnia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Side note: pretty sure if your PS3 is a little up to date, not only will it format the drive but will also re-download the operating system. Just so you don’t have to do the hassle of doing all that

    • @Rawzix
      @Rawzix ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So I don’t have to do anything? Just put the SSD in and I’m good to go?

    • @AshtonGodbout
      @AshtonGodbout ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nah

    • @Hammiru
      @Hammiru ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You are correct. Done it several times. The operating system is on the 12GB flash memory.

    • @MementoMurray
      @MementoMurray 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for saving me some time man really appreciate it

  • @StrnageHasBeenAbandoned
    @StrnageHasBeenAbandoned 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I remember having to do this, it was in October of 2017, my hdd blew up, so I replaced it with a 512GB SSD, and it’s been fine ever since, I had a backup on a flash drive that I just updated last day and it’s worked fine ever since. Keep in mind that I did this on a fat 80GB model

    • @apshotsnep
      @apshotsnep 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How is the ssd performance on ps3 now

    • @StrnageHasBeenAbandoned
      @StrnageHasBeenAbandoned 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s been great

    • @apshotsnep
      @apshotsnep 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@StrnageHasBeenAbandonedgaming performance any better

    • @K_Z7
      @K_Z7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@StrnageHasBeenAbandoned which ssd did you use? i want to upgrade my ps3 storage to binge play all cod games.

  • @otter25702
    @otter25702 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I upgraded both mine an my brothers PS3's to a 1 TB SSD an wow what a difference in speed it makes. I've loaded 40 of my games onto it from disk to ISO and now I don't have to load the disk ea. time. I would say average speed to transfer the game 15 to 20 minutes an on FAT32....that is fast!! All the other reads I've made say that it don't make that much of a difference but it does and I recommend it if it's in the budget.

    • @kralekis
      @kralekis ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Modded PS3?

  • @nimeshpatel6118
    @nimeshpatel6118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks so much for this! Upgraded the PS3 today and this video made the Software install so easy to follow :)

  • @ravenwda007
    @ravenwda007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For the longest time I was using cardboard to hold the HDD in place because I didn't have a caddy. At least 10 years. Every time I would move my ps3 the HDD would dislodge itself from the connector. I just installed a caddy, which I bought for $1, and now I don't have to open the HDD bay to reconnect the HDD whenever I move my ps3.

  • @Datcyd3
    @Datcyd3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the reminder on how to open this ps3. Just updated it to a ssd.

  • @lavie69
    @lavie69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is from 2013 so the update he used is outdated but the method to change hard drive is the same

    • @lavie69
      @lavie69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Sergi SzT Yes you can by going to PS3 website which is this link www.playstation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps3/system-software/ I promise you this is the real link or you can get it yourself either one of them

    • @at-cj2iy
      @at-cj2iy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      the update file doesn't matter
      it only matters if you want to connect to PSN online

  • @TheAbsolute.
    @TheAbsolute. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    To the people who have lost there ps3 hard drive and have been using flash storage u can put in a hard drive in the ps3 and copy the files on the ps3

    • @apshotsnep
      @apshotsnep 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bro is it possible to use my old hdd after installing ssd

    • @at-cj2iy
      @at-cj2iy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@apshotsnep throw out the old HDD and use the new SSD

    • @apshotsnep
      @apshotsnep 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@at-cj2iy is it possible to transfer my games from old hdd to new ssd

  • @jamesrock9446
    @jamesrock9446 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I spent $10 on a 512 gb SSD ... 10 years later

    • @wwjoshdew
      @wwjoshdew  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nice!!

    • @mjames8025
      @mjames8025 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@wwjoshdew What type of screwdriver do you need to remove the PS3 super slim hard drive from the case?

  • @FG_Plays16
    @FG_Plays16 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still needed in 2023

  • @dewaynehickman4996
    @dewaynehickman4996 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Now you can buy the flash drive that already has the formatting installed for you. Put the new hhd or better ssd in the console, then plug the flash drive in the usb, then there you go🎉😉🎉

  • @TracerX
    @TracerX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks man.

  • @comradegeorgy4266
    @comradegeorgy4266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My lens are dead on ps3 super slim, I remove lens and I put 1tb hdd now ps3 super slim is digital and jailbreaked with hen and multiman THIS IS AMAZING! pirate pkg games

  • @PeterLedergerber
    @PeterLedergerber ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dude, this is so funny to watch now, i can get a 2TB SSD for 150 online now, and back then only 5oogb did cost 500? This comparison is truelly unreal.

    • @wwjoshdew
      @wwjoshdew  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just put a 4tb NVMe ssd in my ps5 and it costed 600 dollars.

    • @PeterLedergerber
      @PeterLedergerber ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wwjoshdew ow wow, i think that is a bit overkill. I did just upgrade my PS4 Pro with a 2TB SSD and i dont think i will ever even run out of space with that. But still, 600 for a 4TB SSD is a lot. I hope tech gets a lot cheaper in the future.

    • @wwjoshdew
      @wwjoshdew  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PeterLedergerber not when some games are over 200gb! And several being over 100gb.

    • @PeterLedergerber
      @PeterLedergerber ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wwjoshdew wow, yea that is annoying. I miss those days when you could just put the game in the console, and just play. Nowadays we always have to update the damn thing, or download additional shit. Really annoying, that you are kinda forced to upgrade with bigger SSDs because todays games are just that big.

    • @dapperfan44
      @dapperfan44 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@wwjoshdewOh wow, I wish you would've waited. The Crucial brand is like $300 on Amazon right now.

  • @blainealexander5091
    @blainealexander5091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just a heads-up. When trying to download the Playstation 4.88 version, hit the first download. If you hit the second download option under download via computer it will not work. Someone gave a corrupted file there

    • @orion4829
      @orion4829 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!!!

    • @frost3186
      @frost3186 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can u send me the link cause I've been trying to install it but it's not working it says no application found

  • @eternaya
    @eternaya 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What screwdriver to open the blue screw on HDD slot? P1 or P00?

    • @eternaya
      @eternaya 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Never mind, I have opened it myself, it's P1. All HDD related screws are P1. ☕👍

  • @TryOurCloudHosting
    @TryOurCloudHosting ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the tutorial very helpful finally got mine fixed. 🥂

  • @TasosG10110
    @TasosG10110 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    when i opened my PS3, i did not see any HDD in the slot so i just installed the SSD and called it a day

  • @Rheper.
    @Rheper. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My PlayStation never brings this screen up and idk why

    • @cobraone1089
      @cobraone1089 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hold the power button when it’s red until you hear two beeps then a power off then turn it back on and it should display this is a video reset

  • @dapperfan44
    @dapperfan44 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To think I'm watching this today from buying a $170 4TB Samsung EVO SSD. (Now back above $200)

    • @dapperfan44
      @dapperfan44 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately your heart is premature. I regret to inform you that it turns out the PS3 cannot officially read more than 1TB. I was hoping to download every single thing I own, it turns out that's not possible. So, I'm going to change to a 1TB SSD instead.

    • @mertansprinter
      @mertansprinter ปีที่แล้ว

      Ummmm ur weird and yes you need to refund that ssd

    • @dapperfan44
      @dapperfan44 ปีที่แล้ว

      @denisdavid1339 Oh no, I just put it in my PC.
      Edit: Wait hold up, how is that weird?!

  • @Vogomax
    @Vogomax 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video man, I think you did great⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😉😉👍🏽👍🏽

  • @kralekis
    @kralekis ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, my disk compartment os different. I have 4 different screws and there is not a pullable tab but I have a second SATA slot. Any help for this?

  • @eissathegamer9466
    @eissathegamer9466 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2 of my bottom PS3 Super Slim HDD screws are stuck and I cannot remove them. Help!

  • @darrenb2020
    @darrenb2020 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 12gb flash memory. Put a 500g SSD in and nothing happened. My PS3 just boots normally.

  • @abzer0gaming
    @abzer0gaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got a new drive bracket in the mail and the hinge part where you pull out the drive wasn't attached to the bracket. Is there an easy way to attach it?

  • @burstnib4491
    @burstnib4491 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just got a used PS3 Super Slim. While it only has 12GB of flash storage, I heard Super Slims always use SATA III (not SATA II). Without searching online, what's the largest hard drive size this console recognizes? I've heard 1.5TB, but has anyone successfully used a bigger one? I can't find a clear answer anywhere. I'm looking for someone who has tried a really big drive.

  • @klfighter
    @klfighter ปีที่แล้ว

    512 go for 21 dollars, i just connect two disk in box inateck clone and lets do it. After many hours Ps3 start with ssd and no re-installation.

  • @Onion_Knights
    @Onion_Knights 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i thought ps3 super slim have built in 12GB memory?

    • @wwjoshdew
      @wwjoshdew  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      some do. but not all.

  • @ambizytl
    @ambizytl 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What difference for users with disc games only? Also, is it alright to leave disc inside Super Slim when shutting it down? Or go to home screen while disc inside and then shut down?

  • @n0miind
    @n0miind 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very usefull thx.

  • @gam85191
    @gam85191 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, $500 for a 500gb SSD in 2013.

  • @frost3186
    @frost3186 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I did the same thing as u and my ps3 keeps saying no application was found what do l do

  • @VMP-bf3dv
    @VMP-bf3dv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just bought a used PS3 super slim and it came without the blue screw, where could I find another one?

  • @mjk6071
    @mjk6071 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Late question: how did you format the ps3 ssd-drive? Did you have to install it first to pc to recognize it?

  • @sherlocketek2289
    @sherlocketek2289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hello. Cam you please help me, this is abit above my knowledge, I got the Ps3 super slim for £55 :) I need to swap the 12gb memory for a big memory. Can you please explain in basic terms what I need to do. I am willing to send you money for the guidance. I'm 38 but have never modded my consoles. I just know people say this console is great but needs memory expanded.
    I appreciate your time and knowledge :)
    Dan x

    • @Natino64
      @Natino64 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey! It's very simple don't worry - this video shows how to upgrade your 12gb memory : )
      th-cam.com/video/517Ic4pPAMo/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=TechMagnet

    • @EmpireZzzz
      @EmpireZzzz ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll tell u

  • @MrPAULONEAL
    @MrPAULONEAL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Instead of doing the flash drive thing you could just get an external drive docking station...

    • @at-cj2iy
      @at-cj2iy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      that makes no fuckin sense
      get a fuckin SSD

  • @carsworld4640
    @carsworld4640 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do i do if only the hdd and not the thing to hold when you put the screws

  • @xxtapout12xx43
    @xxtapout12xx43 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can anyone tell what kinda screw driver he is using?

  • @bynxtypebeat
    @bynxtypebeat 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can i change my super slim 500gb hd to my slim ps3??

  • @yzo0001
    @yzo0001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it possible to have the ps4/5 software on the ps3?

    • @at-cj2iy
      @at-cj2iy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol no .............

  • @cash592
    @cash592 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bros in the same city I’m in bro wtf

  • @SammiD71
    @SammiD71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does anybody know similar ssds that would be compatible since the one listed in the description is out of stock

    • @at-cj2iy
      @at-cj2iy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      any 2.5 inch SSD will work
      the PS3 can use ANY 2.5 inch storage

    • @eatanotherzio6811
      @eatanotherzio6811 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@at-cj2iyWhich is a godsend
      I was terrified since nowadays SATA 3 is standard

  • @nicolemendez4411
    @nicolemendez4411 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you use a Chromebook to do all of the updates and file info for formatting the newly installed hd?

  • @paBwaH_u_Jamwyt
    @paBwaH_u_Jamwyt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Как снять эту крышку!!!!!!!

  • @shadowfox9elvn343
    @shadowfox9elvn343 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cwjt open this thing

  • @Soberman75
    @Soberman75 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you sound like a young luke skywalker.

  • @nickkrenn891
    @nickkrenn891 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    2.5? 3.5?

  • @jerkomisetic7467
    @jerkomisetic7467 ปีที่แล้ว

    i did it but i broke the plastic cover :(

  • @muratbayrakdar7187
    @muratbayrakdar7187 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can i instal 2 tv ssd on ps3

    • @LoganHester-1489
      @LoganHester-1489 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I put a 240 gb in mine gta loads in 5mins instead of 15

  • @dtesta
    @dtesta ปีที่แล้ว

    Why would you put an SSD into a system that does NOT support TRIM? I guess you really want to destroy your SSD...

    • @RhythmGrizz
      @RhythmGrizz ปีที่แล้ว

      Tf are you talking about?

    • @dtesta
      @dtesta ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RhythmGrizz ps3 does not support TRIM.

    • @mertansprinter
      @mertansprinter ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@dtestahes probably saying what is TRIM

  • @UnboxingInfo2023
    @UnboxingInfo2023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    can u give me the link of ps3 update software ?

    • @SammiD71
      @SammiD71 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Should be somewhere on PlayStations official site. Just don’t trust links in comment sections. Nothing against this vid, just general life advise for TH-cam

    • @ravenwda007
      @ravenwda007 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      just update it through PS3 OS by internet. Done.

  • @SigmaChicken09
    @SigmaChicken09 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    who

  • @pn9468
    @pn9468 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    don't talk so much.

    • @wwjoshdew
      @wwjoshdew  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This was almost a decade ago. I have learned so much since then. thank you for the advice.

  • @shadowaussie1012
    @shadowaussie1012 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was so annoyed that the ps3 super slim nervous game with a pre-installed bracket now I have to wait another week to have one delivered so unfortunately