Uploaded March 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I've covered how to jailbreak a PS3 from stock firmware to obtain Custom Firmware (CFW) with the PS3 Toolset aka BG Toolset, however many PS3 owners with CFW compatible have been running PS3HEN and wanted to know how to migrate from PS3HEN to CFW. Although there might be some confusion and worry about starting on PS3HEN with HFW, reverting back to OFW, uninstalling PS3HEN, etc. this tutorial should hopefully ease those worries by showing the PS3HEN to CFW conversion process step-by-step.
In order to do all of this you MUST have a compatible PS3. All Fat/Phat models work! If you want to perform this on a Slim console, 20XX and 21XX models are all compatible. 25XX models that have a 3.56 or lower minimum firmware version will work, anything showing a higher minimum firmware will not. ANY PS3 MODEL HIGHER THAN 25XX WILL NOT WORK! This includes newer Slim (30XX) models and all Super Slim models.
If you have a CFW capable PS3 the first thing you should do is backup your console's NAND or NOR flash to a FAT32 formatted flash drive. This should be done on every install, just in case your system needs the flash restored at any point in the process. After verifying your flash dump is proper, you can download the required patch for your console and install it all directly within the browser! This process will download a specific file to your console and "patch" the console so it's ready for CFW. After verifying your PS3 has been patched successfully, you can simply reboot your console, take a 4.91 CFW of your choice, and install it directly through the XMB!
Although this tutorial was recorded on firmware 4.91, the jailbreak process with PS3 Toolset is the same on higher firmwares as long as all of the software needed has been updated. The only differences would be a firmware specific patch, which PS3 Toolset will download for you, and a different CFW matching your firmware version.
Alternative Jailbreak Using the Flash Writer:
youtu.be/rwqk_8mJy30
#PS3Jailbreak #PS3Xploit #PS3Toolset
This video has been made with Fair Use in mind and has been created as an educational piece of media.
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Timestamps!
0:00 - Introduction
1:41 - Why CFW over PS3HEN?
3:01 - Prerequisites
5:18 - Checking CFW Compatibility
10:13 - Downloads
12:50 - Dumping Console Flash
16:12 - Verify Console Flash
18:49 - CFW Software Setup
22:01 - Patching Console
24:40 - Installing CFW
25:58 - Basic CFW Usage
28:07 - Outro & Thanks
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Phat PS3:
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Slim PS3:
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PS3 Controller:
Amazon - geni.us/dDxK5kZ
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Mini USB Cable:
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USB Flash Drive:
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eBay - ebay.us/uowUuL
Video Hardware I Use:
US - amazon.com/shop/mrmario2011
UK - amazon.co.uk/shop/mrmario2011
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Downloads & More!
PS3Xploit Site:
ps3xploit.me
PS3 Toolset Site:
ps3toolset.com
Rufus:
https://rufus.ie/en_US/
PyPS3checker:
github.com/littlebalup/PyPS3tools
4.91 EVILNAT CFW:
psx-place.com/threads/cfw-4-91-evilnat-cobra-8-4-cex-dex-pex-d-pex.39743
7-Zip:
7-zip.org/download.html
MD5 File Checksum:
emn178.github.io/online-tools/md5_checksum.html
How to Convert a PS3 from CEX to DEX with Evilnat:
youtu.be/AFvGpyYEb3o
How to Update CFW on a Jailbroken PS3:
youtu.be/ar2-eCzT2wI
How to Update HFW & PS3HEN:
youtu.be/erbypMSF3Uw
PS3 Channel Playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1CadovfabPsSL6j1QRMJrThmnZFaNMe6
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Social Media & More!
Discord: https://Discord.Me/MrMario2011
Patreon: patreon.com/MrMario2011
Second Channel: youtube.com/iPsychozoa
Twitter: twitter.com/MrMario2011
Facebook: facebook.com/MrMario2011
Instagram: instagram.com/MrMario2011
Twitch: twitch.tv/MrMario2011
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Song Information
Artist: pyama
Song: shifting tides
Soundcloud: literalbagoftrash
Link: soundcloud.com/literalbagoftrash
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Any links specifically listed as affiliate links give me a small monetary kickback at no extra cost to you and no influence on the content.
I've covered how to jailbreak a PS3 from stock firmware to obtain Custom Firmware (CFW) with the PS3 Toolset aka BG Toolset, however many PS3 owners with CFW compatible have been running PS3HEN and wanted to know how to migrate from PS3HEN to CFW. Although there might be some confusion and worry about starting on PS3HEN with HFW, reverting back to OFW, uninstalling PS3HEN, etc. this tutorial should hopefully ease those worries by showing the PS3HEN to CFW conversion process step-by-step.
In order to do all of this you MUST have a compatible PS3. All Fat/Phat models work! If you want to perform this on a Slim console, 20XX and 21XX models are all compatible. 25XX models that have a 3.56 or lower minimum firmware version will work, anything showing a higher minimum firmware will not. ANY PS3 MODEL HIGHER THAN 25XX WILL NOT WORK! This includes newer Slim (30XX) models and all Super Slim models.
If you have a CFW capable PS3 the first thing you should do is backup your console's NAND or NOR flash to a FAT32 formatted flash drive. This should be done on every install, just in case your system needs the flash restored at any point in the process. After verifying your flash dump is proper, you can download the required patch for your console and install it all directly within the browser! This process will download a specific file to your console and "patch" the console so it's ready for CFW. After verifying your PS3 has been patched successfully, you can simply reboot your console, take a 4.91 CFW of your choice, and install it directly through the XMB!
Although this tutorial was recorded on firmware 4.91, the jailbreak process with PS3 Toolset is the same on higher firmwares as long as all of the software needed has been updated. The only differences would be a firmware specific patch, which PS3 Toolset will download for you, and a different CFW matching your firmware version.
Alternative Jailbreak Using the Flash Writer:
youtu.be/rwqk_8mJy30
#PS3Jailbreak #PS3Xploit #PS3Toolset
This video has been made with Fair Use in mind and has been created as an educational piece of media.
--------------------
Timestamps!
0:00 - Introduction
1:41 - Why CFW over PS3HEN?
3:01 - Prerequisites
5:18 - Checking CFW Compatibility
10:13 - Downloads
12:50 - Dumping Console Flash
16:12 - Verify Console Flash
18:49 - CFW Software Setup
22:01 - Patching Console
24:40 - Installing CFW
25:58 - Basic CFW Usage
28:07 - Outro & Thanks
--------------------
Buy a PS3 From Here! (Affiliate Links):
Phat PS3:
Amazon - geni.us/HS8EozJ
eBay - ebay.us/56hUi0
Slim PS3:
Amazon - geni.us/zmm9gM
eBay - ebay.us/PGBGuE
PS3 Controller:
Amazon - geni.us/dDxK5kZ
eBay - ebay.us/VPNvPs
Mini USB Cable:
AliExpress - http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/bauZyc2y
Amazon - geni.us/Ji9WOh
eBay - ebay.us/dM17vR
USB Flash Drive:
AliExpress - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9fTYtx
Amazon - geni.us/pFA9I
eBay - ebay.us/uowUuL
Video Hardware I Use:
US - amazon.com/shop/mrmario2011
UK - amazon.co.uk/shop/mrmario2011
--------------------
Downloads & More!
PS3Xploit Site:
ps3xploit.me
PS3 Toolset Site:
ps3toolset.com
Rufus:
https://rufus.ie/en_US/
PyPS3checker:
github.com/littlebalup/PyPS3tools
4.91 EVILNAT CFW:
psx-place.com/threads/cfw-4-91-evilnat-cobra-8-4-cex-dex-pex-d-pex.39743
7-Zip:
7-zip.org/download.html
MD5 File Checksum:
emn178.github.io/online-tools/md5_checksum.html
How to Convert a PS3 from CEX to DEX with Evilnat:
youtu.be/AFvGpyYEb3o
How to Update CFW on a Jailbroken PS3:
youtu.be/ar2-eCzT2wI
How to Update HFW & PS3HEN:
youtu.be/erbypMSF3Uw
PS3 Channel Playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1CadovfabPsSL6j1QRMJrThmnZFaNMe6
--------------------
Social Media & More!
Discord: https://Discord.Me/MrMario2011
Patreon: patreon.com/MrMario2011
Second Channel: youtube.com/iPsychozoa
Twitter: twitter.com/MrMario2011
Facebook: facebook.com/MrMario2011
Instagram: instagram.com/MrMario2011
Twitch: twitch.tv/MrMario2011
--------------------
Song Information
Artist: pyama
Song: shifting tides
Soundcloud: literalbagoftrash
Link: soundcloud.com/literalbagoftrash
--------------------
Any links specifically listed as affiliate links give me a small monetary kickback at no extra cost to you and no influence on the content.
