Sony PlayStation Portable Firmware 6

Fixes:



Notices



This update is for customers who own PSP systems with model numbers PSP-1001, PSP-2001 or PSP-3001 sold in North America. DO NOT update your PSP system through this website if you purchased your system outside North America.



There is no guarantee of proper operation with models sold outside North America.



Do not perform updates using any data other than the official update data provided by Sony Computer Entertainment over a network or on disc media, and do not perform updates by methods other than those described in the product documentation or in this site. If an update is performed using data from another source, by another method, or with a PSP system that has been altered or modified in any way, the PSP system may not operate properly and may not be able to install the official update data. Any of these actions may void the PSP system warranty and affect your ability to obtain warranty services and repair services from Sony Computer Entertainment.



For customers using PSP system software version 2.80 or earlier:



PSP systems with system software version 2.80 or earlier do not correctly recognize high-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo with more than 4 GB of free (recordable) memory space. For further details, select here.

The system software included within this product is subject to a limited license from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Refer to http://www.scei.co.jp/psp-eula for further details.



If your PSP system software version is 6.00 (or later), you do not need to perform this update. To check the version of your system software, go to (Settings) > [System Settings] > [System Information]. The information is shown in the [System Software] field.



Depending on the software title, you may not be able to play without first updating the system software.

This system software update includes all features contained in previous versions.

To connect to the Internet using your system, you must be within range of a wireless access point (or hotspot) that allows connections to the Internet.

Depending on your PSP system software version, the screen images and icons appearing on this Web site may differ from the actual product.

Some of the features and functions described in this website are applicable only to PSP-2000 series systems, as indicated by the 2000 series icon.

Some of the features and functions described in this website are applicable only to PSP-3000 series systems, as indicated by the 2000 series icon.

Unless specifically identified by a PSP series icon, listed features are applicable to all models.



The PSP system software version 6.00 update includes the following:

music Settings



New colors have been added under music (Theme Settings) > [Color]. 2000 series 2000 series



music Game



[Group Content] has been added to the options menu.

      You can now select either [By Expire Date] or [All] as the method for displaying content that is saved on Memory Stick media.



video Network



A security patch was added to address security vulnerabilities in the system software.



It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.



Do not forget to check with our site as often as possible in order to stay updated on the latest drivers, software and games.



Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed a wrong driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.