W.I.P. AsbestOS – A Linux Bootloader for PS3 Firmware 3.41

Developer marcan42 has been hacking away at a custom bootloader — cleverly named AsbestOS — for booting & loading Linux on PS3 firmware 3.41 (it works on a Slim too). Tweeted are a few updates concerning AsbestOS’ current status:

• Wasted like an hour debugging a bootwrapper that was working perfectly, except noone documents this stuff. dtbImage.ps3 != zImage.ps3
• I bet you’ve never seen a Linux kernel say this: [ 0.000000] PS3 firmware version 3.4.1
• http://is.gd/fBv7U It’s alive! Mostly, anyway.
• Confirmed that it works (to the same extent) on the Slim too :)
• http://is.gd/fCfzu working a bit better now

As you can see it’s coming along… The only caveat: The device in which you’re using to hack your PS3 — that device needs at least 64K of programmable flash memory.
Those Teensy++ 2.0 boards we gave away pack 128K — so you’re all good.
AVR development boards with 32K (or less), if you know what you’re doing, you can solder a larger EERPOM/Flash chip and use that.
Anyone using devices like iPhone or iPod, TI-84+, Dingoo, or whatever — you’re all right — all systems go.
People who’ve purchased PS JailBreak or similar clones — you’re likely shit out of luck — sorry.
We’ll keep you posted. Follow marcan42 for more timely updates.

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Open Source Back Up Manager 1.0 Released

A coder, wishing to remain anonymous, has released an open source backup manager at the forums of Elotrolado . You can compile and play on your jailbroken ps3. Now that the code is out in the public, we may see better versions sprout up soon, better compatibility, or even something that could look like the freestyle dash from the xbox 360 scene.

The user that released the code, only wishes that if you do make improvements, to please share the source to the world as well.

Open Manager v1.0 Features:

Supports up to 512 items from two USB devices, internal hdd and blu-ray.
Ability to copy games from bdvd to hdd0 or USB’s, from hdd0 to USB’s or from USB’s to hdd0. It is done asking to you the destination device. It use uses asynchronous reading and writing for fast copy.
Special support for big files in FAT: it splits files >= 4GB using .666xx fragments (if the file is name.ext, the file splits as name.ext.66600, name.ext.66601,…). This file is not bootable and it is marked using ‘_’ as folder prefix. The file is joining when you copy it to hdd0 device.
Automatically finds the path of the games and asks to you about it. In other case, if the Open Manager is installed in the hdd0 creates one. You can change it pressing L2+START later.
Including checking game option (pressing L1). It displays information about the files, size, splits or big files, if it have one.
Support for Homebrew: you can creates “homebrew” folder in root USB FAT device and put here others folders with an EBOOT.BIN (.self format) and one ICON0.PNG. Also you can use the internal hdd0. Homebrew is launched directly and receive the path in argv[0].
FTP support to upload homebrew: open_manager uses “OMAN46756″ as user, by default. I recommend flashfxp to use it, because FTP support is not very good…


Notes:

Open Manager works with Hermes payload update. So,if you return from game list, apps_home can launch gamaes without one disc (some games don’t work without any disc), but if you return from Homebrew, apps_home works from usb000.
You can modify the program as you want, but please, make public the source code.
Download Link: http://rapidshare.com/files/422097408/open_manager.rar

XLink Kai Support Coming to FreeStyleDash v2.x

Some XLink Kai Support Coming to FreeStyleDash v2.x

>> W.I.P. screenshots of the new upcoming FreeStyleDash v2.x build for homebrew 360s has been posted on their official forums. Besides pictures of the Games List and Achievements screens, we also see they are working on integrating some XLink Kai support in the homebrew dashboard. From what we heard you will still have to run XLink Kai on your PC, FSD will just use the remote function of XLink to give access to some features of XLink directly from within the dashboard.
Like on the Original Xbox, XLink Kai allows to play system-link enabled multi-player Xbox360 games over the internet, which became useful since the Dash Launch plugin removing the 30ms-ping-limit on the Xbox360.

PS Jailbreak ? What does it do ?? What is it ??

PS Jailbreak FAQ

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This is a copy and paste from PSX-Scene.

I'm sure a lot of you have been following the initial news post regarding the PS Jailbreak dongle, and like me, you're probably getting sick of people asking the same questions over and over. Behold: the unofficial PS Jailbreak FAQ. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of this info, it is all copied from other sources at this point and I don't have one of these units yet for testing. But over time I'm sure we can all work together to make this a very informative and accurate post. Please help by posting your questions and answers below and I will update this post with new info as it becomes available.


What is PS Jailbreak?
A USB dongle that allows you to backup your PS3 games to either the PS3's internal hard drive or an external usb hard drive and then play them from the hard drive without the disc.


Where can I see it in action?
World's first reseller uploaded video showing game loading from hard drive:
YouTube - OzModChips.com tests Worlds First Ps3 Modchip (PS jailbreak)

Reseller review showing installation, game dumping and loading to/from hard drive:
YouTube - PS Jailbreak PS3 Modchip Video Guide HD :: Checkout PS Jailbreak Here!

Video showing loading and gameplay:
YouTube - PS Jailbreak PS3 Gameplay Footage & Loading Speeds HD

Will it void my PS3 warranty?
It is a plug and play solution that can be installed without opening your console, keeping your valid warranty seal in tact. That said, if Sony found out you were using it they would probably not be too happy about it.


Which PS3 models is it compatible with?
All production models, FAT and SLIM. All regions: USA, JAP, PAL AND KOREA.


Which firmware versions is it compatible with?
3.41. Using it with a firmware lower than 3.41 boots to a black screen.


Can Sony block the use of it with a PS3 firmware update?
Probably in the future, though it hasn't happened yet. If/when it does happen, hopefully the developers will go to work on an update to update the PSJB firmware that will make it functional again.


Can you play backups online?
Currently, yes. No one knows if/when Sony can detect and ban you from PSN. Only time will tell.


Do I have to open my console or solder anything?
No.


Does it modify any software on the PS3?
You must install the Backup Manger on your PS3 to use it. Not sure yet if you can just delete it from the XMB or if it leaves anything behind that could be detected by Sony.


Does this have anyting to do with Geohot or Jailbreak for iPhone?
Not as far as I know.


Which games are compatible?
According to the official site all games work. Here is a list that have been tested and confirmed working or not:

WORKING:
Army Of Two
Battlefield Bad CompanyBattlefield Bad Company
Brothers In Arms Hells HighwayBrothers In Arms Hells Highway
FIFA 08
FIFA 08
FIFA 09FIFA 09
FIFA 09
FIFA 10FIFA 10
Fight Night Round 3Fight Night Round 3
Fight Night Round 3
Grand Theft Auto IVGrand Theft Auto IV
inFamous
Infamous
Madden NFL 2011
Mirrors Edge
Mirror's EdgeMirror's Edge
Motorstorm
MotorStorm
MX vs ATV Reflex
MX vs. ATV Reflex
Need For Speed ProStreetNeed For Speed ProStreet
Need for Speed ProStreet
NHL 10
Operation Flashpoint Dragon Rising
Race Driver GRIDRace Driver GRID
Race Driver GRID
Resistance Fall Of ManResistance Fall Of Man
Resistance Fall Of Man
SingStar Vol.3
Skate 2
Skate 2
Tom Clancys HAWX
UFC 2010 Undisputed
Uncharted 2
Wall-E

NOT WORKING:
Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare (black screen on startup)
Assassins Creed (black screen on startup)
Call Of Juarez Bound In BloodCall Of Juarez Bound In Blood (jumps back to menu after a while)


Does this allow me to play games from BD-R
No, it can launch games from original discs and hard drive only.


How does playing a game from hard drive compare to playing a retail disc?
In theory load times should be faster. No solid tests as yet. Apparently in-game cut scenes cannot be skipped (No idea why, more info please).


Does this allow you to launch unsigned code or homebrew?
Apparently it does. A list of working homebrew apps will be here when the time comes.


Is the PSJB firmware updateable?
Apparently it will be updated by connecting to your computer's USB port.


Is it legal?
Depends on how it works. There are rumours that it is based on technology leaked directly form sony. In that case I would say it would be illegal to even own one, let alone sell or use one.

As for playing game backups, it depends on your state and/or country's stance on making backups of your games. Most countries do not allow it, and I don't think there are any countries that allow you to make or obtain copies of games you do not own.


Where can I get one?
Check the official site PS JAILBREAK - WORLDS 1ST USB CHIPSET for a list of official suppliers. Beware of scam sites trying to make a quick buck.


FAT32 does not allow files bigger than 4gb. How can a PS3 game be stored on FAT32 as they are all over 4gb in size?
Sigh. Games are made up of more than one file. For more info on file size limitations see below.

Storage
You can backup to your PS3's internal drive or an external usb drive. At present there are some games that can be copied to the internal drive only and not an external usb drive. Known examples are:
Metal Gear Solid 4
Resistance: Fall of man
Uncharted 2

The issue is that the only file system presently supported by Backup Manager for external usb drives is FAT32. FAT32 does not allow a single file larger than 4gb. The games listed above include 1 or more files larger than 4gb. The solution at this time is to back these games up to the PS3's internal drive which is formatted with Sony's own proprietary file system, which has no such file size limits.

It has been stated on the official PS Jailbreak site that support for NTFS formatted external usb drives will be added to the Backup Manager at a later time. NTFS supports files larger than 4gb.


How much space does each game backup require?
Average 25gb per game. The largest known game at this time is Final Fantasy XIII at 43gb. Hopefully a solution to compress/scrub them will be implemented later.


How long does it take to dump a game?
Average of 10 - 45 minutes to the internal hard drive. Longer for larger games or to backup to external USB drive. God of War 3 took about 90 minutes to the internal hard drive.


Can it be used to backup and play PS1 or PS2PS2 games?
No.


Does a game disc have to be inserted to play backups?
Yes. Any retail disc inserted in the drive will aid compatibility when launching backups from a hard drive.


Does dumping games increase the wear on my PS3's laser?
Probably. But playing games from the hard drive will lessen the wear on your laser so it kind of evens out.


Can I backup games with my PC blu-ray drive then launch them with the PSJB? Can I download a game and launch it with PSJB?
Don't know yet. Please provide info. Downloading PS3 games is illegal. Then again so is making backups of games you own in a lot of countries.


Do tools like SN Systems Target Manger work while this mod is being used?
No Target Manager does not connect, it tries but fails.


Does a debug settings menu appear like on PS3 Test units?
No this does not appear when using the dongle.


Can the USB Dongle be dumped?
Possibly however initial common attempts to dump it have failed. The dongle is detected as an Unknown USB device in windows. It does not show up as a storage device. Trying to raw dump it with programs like Hex workshop also do not detect it since it doesn’t show as a storage device.


Does the dongle only need to be used once to convert my PS3 to a debug unit?
No, you must use it every time you want to play a backup. Removing the dongle crashes the system.


Can you exit back to the PS3 menu cleanly without rebooting when you want to switch games?
Yes.


Can I take my hard drive and dongle to my friend's place and use them on his PS3?
I don't see why not.


Will backups recognize game updates and DLC (Downloadable Content)?
By the sound of it you must install game updates with the original blu-ray disc in the drive. From then on when you launch a game backup, the update will be applied. (Someone please confirm.) Not sure about DLC at this time, someone please provide more info.

PSJB does allow you to bypass game updates. Take note though that this may effect whether you can play your game online. Also in the future Sony may include mandatory updates on new game discs which prevent you from playing the game until you update. Time will tell.


Will this allow me to load a modified game such as the custom Guitar Hero games for PS2 and Wii?
In theory it would be possible as the developers claim it can run unsigned code. More details when available.


Can I use it to restore my bricked console or load custom firmware?
Maybe. Time will tell.


Does it matter which USB port is used for the dongle?
I don't see why it would, but someone please confirm.


Do you need to unplug/plug your PS3 every time you turn it on?
The fat model has a switch on the back that you can just flick on and off. Slim models will have to disconnect and then reconnect the power cable (or switch on/off at the wall) every time you want to use the PS Jailbreak. For both models you have to quickly press eject after powering on to activate the PSJB. At this stage it looks like you can't have any other usb devices plugged in until PSJB is lit green and ready to go.

Originating thread.
http://psx-scene.com/forums/showthread.php?t=64970

The New Maximus AVRUSB 1.2

This is a quote from there site:


"New Version of Maximus AVRUSB, the Maximus AVRUSB 1.2 comes with Case and USB plug, will be start shipping on Oct 11. Also due to main IC shortage we are switching our design from 16KB to 32KB processor.

The shortage of IC's stands and we are forced to produce very short batch of this 1.2 units with case. We apologize for the inconvenences to all those who have been asking to be reseller of this product. We keep working on the shortage issues and hope offer a unlimited stock in few weeks."

Dash Launch 2.00

cOz released Dash Launch 2.00
Source:http://www.xbins.org...xboxnfo1875.nfo

v2.0
- plugins now use logical paths just like quick launch buttons
- option subvert Y to exit miniblade while in NXE to load button/default (fixed)
- added common (9199) content and ping limit patches as options
- mostly runs in system threads, startup completes while bootanim runs
- completely subverted dash.xex, no more CD issues or NXE split seconds
- removed insistance on 0/1/2 paths and reliance on CaPs to detect
- return to NXE via miniblade for system settings and others works w/o using RB
- added big block NAND mu as possible device
- optionally subvert Y to exit miniblade while in NXE to load button/default
- added xell loader to patch set and included a xex to load xell
- removed reboot on fatal error from patches
- included reboot/shutdown on fatal error as settings
- installer onscreen output cleaned up, now shuts down console at end of install
- added ini file updater to installer
- added patch updater to installer

Strong Progress Being Made Towards 3.01 3.10 3.15 PSFreedom Ports

According to KaKaRoTo’s blog, he is making great strides on porting psfreedom to other firmwares. He recently acquired his own PS3 hardware which was loaded with 3.01 firmware. Four days later, and he was able to dump his 3.01 lv2! Getting a lv2 dump is the first major hurdle to porting psfreedom to another firmware. He goes on to describe where he will go from here, “All that remains is to find the right offsets to patch, and port PSFreedom to 3.01″ What this means is its only a matter of time before we will have a 3.01 psfreedom port! He goes on to say that once he does port it to 3.01 he will proceed to port it to 3.10 and 3.15! A complete quote from KaKaRoTo after the jump.

Hi,

I’ll announce two things, first, let’s talk about PL3.. PL3 is a new project I started in order to have a common repository of payloads that can be used by any ‘jailbreak’ implementation. I got tired of copying payloads from PSGroove, and I had some nice changes in mine that I thought the PSGroove project could benefit from, so I thought I’d create a single repository that both projects, PSFreedom and PSGroove (or any other similar projects) could use.

You can find it in github, so don’t hesitate to submodule it and use it.

Second important news… I’ve bought a new PS3 just for homebrew. Thanks to all who donated money so I can buy it (I didn’t get enough donations to pay for it, but enough to help me). I bought this PS3 used and it came with firmware 3.01! This is good and bad news : I can’t use PSFreedom to jailbreak it, so i’ve put on hold any improvements for it, however, it will allow me to actually port PSFreedom to older firmwares! My plan is to get the jailbreak working on 3.01, then move on to 3.10 and 3.15 (depending on how hard it is, i might skip 3.10).

Another good news is that after 4 days of work, I was finally able to dump the LV2 memory from the 3.01 firmware, and now all that remains is to find the right offsets to patch, and port PSFreedom to 3.01, so all those who are still using this firmware version, you will soon be able to jailbreak it! Once I’m done with that, I’ll try to do the same with the 3.10/3.15 firmware versions!

To dump LV2, I used a trick and algorithms found by marcan42, so big thanks goes to him, as well as many other people who helped me out, RichDevX and Aaron in particular. I used RichDevX’s idea of ignoring the JIG and bruteforcing the address in which the port1 descriptor gets stored until I get a hit, then use that payload to dump lv2, then find the right JIG offset for that particular firmware from the dump. Marcan’s trick was to send the data through the ethernet cable by using LV1 only hypercalls, and it worked!

Now the latest git version of PL3 has a new ‘dump_lv2′ payload which you can use, it is firmware independent, and only uses LV1 hypercalls, so it should just work… It will dump all the lv2 memory through ethernet, so fire up wireshark, save the dump to a .pcap file, and use the tool in PL3/tools to extract the memory dump from the .pcap file.

In other news, I will soon upload to Ps3utils an .idc script that will search and find the syscall table, and correctly resolve all of its functions and name them properly.. maybe even have it automatically find all functions of a dump in order to save time creating procs in IDA. I’ll let you know once I’m done with it.

KaKaRoTo

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Minimus AVR USB With PSGroove

This is a video showing you that the Minimus ubs works.

PS3 PKG Tool v0.5 Released

An interactive command line app, for Windows from cfwprophet, dubbed “PS3 PKG Tool” for viewing, packing, unpacking, and repacking PS3 pkg files. You can also edit the packed SFO and carry out some other useful tasks.

Do note however — this tool cannot decrypt retail EBOOT.BIN files, and it cannot unpack retail pkg files either; only those generated with the [leaked] PS3 SDK.



DOWNLOAD = PKG TOOL v0.05
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NZHawk’s Awesome MountPoint Manager v1.0 Released

NZHawk over at PS3Hax has released an app titled Awesome MountPoint Manager v1.0. This app allows you to select any folder to load your backups from. No longer are you restricted to LAUN12345/GAMEZ. A quote from NZHawk after the jump.

So , after a few days messing with the SDK, I have now created my first homebrew app for the PS3.

What?
This Awsome MountPoint Manager is pretty much like the existing backup manager, with one major difference! You can choose any folder on any device on you PS3 to use as the mounted disk.

Why?
I wanted to mess around with the SDK that was ‘avaliable’ and it was a good learning curve! (Pretty much the first time ive coded in C++) and it was a challenge! (24 hours with no sleep )

How to Use?

1. Download and install my app
2. Browse to the location that you store your PS3 backups (does not have to be LAUN12345/GAMEZ anymore!)
3. Make sure you have highlighted the folder that CONTAINS the game to be mounted (Not inside the game folder!)
4. Press the right button on the D-Pad
5. Double check that you have selected the folder that CONTAINS the game!! Then press the right D-Pad button again.
6. The app will now exit to the XMB, and you *should* see the game where the Blu Ray Game usually is

Done!

Oh:
Will this brick my PS3 like that fake psp emulator?

Im not that mean :P, So no.

 DOWLOAD LINK = NZHAWK'S MOUNTPOINT v1.0 

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RUN ! HIDE ! Sony are Gunning

Found a bit more on this on the site PSGROOVE.COM,
I find this quite interesting as i was thinking when you buy a item from who-ever it urs to do with what you want ???? Guess not lol

SCEA Planning Action Against PSGroove, PSFreedom, and OpenPSJailbreak

garyopa over at PSX-Scene has recently done some digging, and uncovered all documents relating to the current Sony legal cases. One very interesting point is that Sony is planning action against the PSGroove (unrelated to this website), PSFreedom, and OpenPSJailbreak teams. As mentioned below

The situation involving the “PS Jailbreak” devices has recently become even more
serious in that the software from the devices, known as “PSGroove,” “OpenPSJailbreak,” and
“PSFreedom,” among other names, is rapidly being copied and distributed on the Internet.
Id. SCEA has served DMCA “take down” notices to sites hosting this illicit software, but as
yet has been unable to verify the identity of those behind its copying and distribution.

Sony is even using printouts from various blogs and news sites, as exhibits in their cases. These websites include PSX-Scene, PS3News, exophase and several others. On one such printout, the well known console hacking enthusiast, Mathiuelh, is even named as one of the creators of the PSGroove code. To quote: “Mathieu Hervais told BBC News he was one of about 20 hackers involved in PSGroove’s development.” It appears Sony is actively pursuing these individuals in a mad scramble to prevent further distribution and updates to the PSGroove code.

Sony is also still strongly pursuing psjailbreak.com and shoppsjailbreak.com. Sony is attempting to pressure judges into expediting the legal process, for the discovery of evidence, on these two sites. According to the legal documents Sony has succeeded in at least one aspect. A judge has granted an order for Yahoo! to produce (within 5 days) any and all information relating to the email address vladgazoune@yahoo.com. An email address tied to a mail forwarding service used by shoppsjailbreak.com.

One site hxxp://psjailbreakcanada.com/, is even already pointing to a law enforcement seizure notice. This is probably the first of many sites that will be shut down and seized over the next few days/weeks.

These legal documents are showing that Sony will not take this situation lying down. We’ll have the latest for you on how this unfolds in the coming weeks. In the meantime if you’re curious to read the current court documents for yourself you can find them below.
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