PlayStation™ Network Database

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Get the latest license pack that unlocks all digital content on your console.

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Homebrews & Ports

Discover unofficial games and PC ports for your console.

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Retro Emulators

Run classic consoles like SNES, Genesis and Arcade on your PS3™.

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Retro Classics

Relive the golden era with a curated list of PS1™ and PS2™ digital classics.

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Unreleased Prototypes

Explore rare builds and games that never made it to the shelves.

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Premium Themes

Customize your XMB™ with dynamic and static high-quality themes.

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System Tools

Manage your files, temperatures and system settings with advanced utilities.

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Console Guides (Step-by-Step Knowledge Base)

Basic

Transferring via PC / USB

1. USB Preparation

• Format: FAT32 with MBR partition map.
• Packages: Place .pkg files on the root of the USB.
• Licenses: Create an exdata folder on the root for .rap files.

2. Console Setup

• Port: Use the rightmost USB port (closest to the disc drive).
• Install: Go to Package Manager > Install Package Files > Standard.
• Note: HEN or CFW must be enabled before installing.

Essential

Activating Games (.RAP Files)

Most PSN games require a license file (.rap) to boot. Without it, you will encounter a "Copyright Protection" or "Renew License" error.

Installation Flow

• Place the .rap file inside the exdata folder on your USB.
• Keep the USB plugged in while launching the game for the first time.
• HEN Users: Ensure your console is activated (PSN Account linked).

Pro Tips

• Filename: Do not rename .rap files; they must match the Content ID.
• Offline: Use Apollo Save Tool to activate licenses without PSN.

Advanced

Remote Installation (FTP/Network)

Best for files over 4GB (FAT32 limit). Enable FTP in webMAN MOD or multiMAN, use an FTP client like FileZilla on your PC, and transfer PKGs to:
dev_hdd0/packages. Once finished, install via Package Manager > Install Package Files > System Storage.

Maintenance

Fixing Missing Icons & Errors

If game icons disappear or the XMB feels sluggish, you need to rebuild the database.

• Turn off the PS3 and enter Safe Mode (Hold Power until you hear 2 quick beeps).
• Connect a controller via USB and select "Rebuild Database".
• Safe: This does not delete your games; it only refreshes the system index.

Settings

Update Database

Force a synchronization to get the latest entries and covers.

LAST SYNC: NEVER

Sound Effects

Enable navigation and click sounds.

Background Music

Play background music while navigating the database.

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Transferring via PC / USB

1. USB Preparation

2. Console Setup

Activating Games (.RAP Files)

Installation Flow

Pro Tips

Remote Installation (FTP/Network)

Fixing Missing Icons & Errors

Installed Games (Disconnected)

File Manager (Disconnected)

Favorite Games (Offline)

Settings

Community Chat (Connected)

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