PS3:Recommended Setup

This page will lead you through the basic setup of a CFW-capable console and /u/Derf_Jagged's recommendations of what to install.

Answers to common questions and word definitions can be found on the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.


 * 1) Install the latest Rebug CFW.
 * 2) * Download it from here and install it.
 * 3) * Install the REX version if you are on CEX; Install the D-REX version if you are on DEX. If you are not sure, try REX first.
 * 4) Install Rebug Toolbox.
 * 5) * Browse to Package Manager → Install Package Files → PS3 System Storage → Rebug_Toolbox_xx.xx.xx.pkg.
 * 6) Enable the QA Flag.
 * 7) * Browse to the last column of Rebug Toolbox and select "Toggle QA Flag". This will allow you to install any firmware over your current one, in case something goes wrong.
 * 8) Dump your EID0_root_key and back it up to your PC.
 * 9) * Plug a flash drive into the rightmost USB port and launch Rebug Toolbox. In the last column select "Dump EID0_root_key" and it will back it up to your flash drive. This will let you access your hard drive files in the case that your PS3 dies.
 * 10) * In some cases, it will back up to your hard drive instead of your flash drive. If this happens, use Multiman's file manager to browse to `/dev_hdd0/game/RBGTLBOX2/USRDIR/` and copy eid_root_key to your flash drive.
 * 11) Enable Cobra, Webman, and CFW Settings.
 * 12) * Launch Rebug Toolbox and enable Cobra and CFW Settings.
 * 13) * Install Webman and reboot.
 * 14) Download the following desired applications, place them on a USB flash drive, plug them into your PS3, and select Install Packages → Media Device, and choose each package.
 * 15) * For general file and game management: Multiman
 * 16) * For playing online: PSNPatch
 * 17) * For emulating non-PlayStation games: RetroArch
 * 18) * For activating PKG-based game backups: ReActPSN
 * 19) * For enabling game cheats: Artemis
 * 20) * For playing movies, PLEX, and video streamers: Movian
 * 21) If you want to mod games, see this page.
 * 22) If you want to play with an Xbox 360 / Xbox One / PS4 controller: PS3XPAD.
 * 23) If you want to child-proof your PS3: PS3 Lock.
 * 24) If you want to customize your background, see this page.
 * 25) If you want to customize your boot up animation and sound, see this page.