46w ago - Today PlayStation 3 developers
mysis and
eussNL on the Wiki have posted a method to get the PlayStation 2 (PS2) Software Emulator working on 3.55 CFW without a
DRM-infected Cobra USB dongle for all PS3 Fat and Slim consoles.
Download:
PlayStation 2 (PS2) Software Emulator Files for PS3 3.55 CFW /
PlayStation 2 (PS2) Software Emulator Files for PS3 3.55 CFW (SRC)
To quote: Getting PlayStation 2 Software Emulator working
Method (on Firmware 3.55, without! Cobra-USB Dongle or Downgrade) for all consoles (fat & slim).
1. Replace following files on your consoles /dev_flash/ with the ones included in this archive p3dwik-ps2compatfiles.rar
2. Get into
Factory Service Mode (FSM Tool/Dongle)
3. Insert your Original PS2 Game Disc
4. It will run.
Note: Backups won't work. You're getting the compatibility of the 2.60 software emulator with all of its bugs.
A possible compatibility lists:
- tortuga-cove.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=57&t=530
- ps3devwiki.com/wiki/Talk:Emulation#PS2.2FPStwo
PS2 Compat. flag
All consoles have hardware information. In GameOS you can call Lv2 Syscall 393 (0x189) sys_sm_get_model to get your consoles information. In Lv1/Hypervisor its in the repository nodes sc 0x5B lv1_get_repository_node with Parameters "sys","hw","config" usually noded as "sys.hw.config#0" or something.
Result examples:
20 00 00 00 FF FF FE FF <--> a backwards compatible console
4E 00 FF FF 0A 03 BC 3C <--> on Hypervisor Page
4E 00 FF FF 01 07 BC BF <--> CECHJ04
In binary formation:
0010 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 1111 1111 1111 1111 1111 1110 1111 1111 <--> a backwards compatible console
0100 1110 0000 0000 1111 1111 1111 1111 0000 1010 0000 0011 1011 1100 0011 1100 <--> on Hypervisor Page
0100 1110 0000 0000 1111 1111 1111 1111 0000 0001 0000 0111 1011 1100 1011 1111 <--> CECHJ04
0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0100 0000 0000 0000 0000 <--> Mask:Gelic WLAN, new consoles use WLAN via USB
0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0100 0000 0000 0000 <--> Mask:Backwards Compatible Flag
XMB checks this flag and if == 0, it will give following message: "This model of the PS3 system is not compatible with PlayStation 2 format software."
Those interested in running PS2 games on their PS3 console may also wish to check out the previous
Open PS2 Loader v0.8 for PS3,
PS3 USBLD Loader Source Code and USBAdvn Patcher and
PS2 HDD Support & Discless ELF Launching from PS3 XMB articles as well.
Finally, in released news
IngPereira has made available a
PS2 DEX Boot 4.11 4.20 (Test) and below is also a
PS3 EVO 1.0 video and release details by
SONIC_BH for those interested, as follows:
Hi I just make a debug app that use some syscalls to do a reset into PS2 Lpar like boot_ps2 does, it should work on dex 4.11 or 4.20 but in these fw there is ps2 netemu instead of softemu so i need someone with an original disc of playstation 2 inserted on bd-drive and launch this test app and see what happens.
I am on 4.11 DEX but i don't have any original disc from PS2... This is basically the same thing that boot_ps2 does on 3.55 but there is a new emu file on dex 4.11 or 4.20 introduced on 3.70 with the use of PS2 Classics on PSN... This is not brick-risk, thanks to anyone who help me with this. Greetings...
1st - Download the file
2nd - Copy the file PS2 Evo v1.0.pkg to the root of a USB drive formated in FAT32
3rd - Install the .pkg from *Install Package Files*
4th - Insert a original PS2 disk on the BD
5th - Run the app and enjoy
the System software version 4.41 is what i have. And I have an external hard drive which is 500 GB. I might be being thick is there a process on need ...
Thanks for the update 
Also if I can clarify, just the file I need to update on a usb stick if possible (sometimes there are many files). So the most stable version for my needs please, thank you
I have 80gig fat cfw rebug with the 4.41 rebug spoofer
thank you
i now have this software: http://www.sendspace.com/file/8qqine
be very careful to click the right thing and get a zip file not an exe!!!
The wait is over!
After a few months of additional research and development we are proud to announce that the Cobra ODE has been greatly enhanced, making the experience both easier and richer than before. In essence we spent the additional time from time of announcement and to ensure that we can deliver a far superior product.
We have also added homebrew support as well as refinements to the hardware providing a much improved, quicker and easier installation method for 2K5, 3K and 4K users...
Cobra ODE users can now run ISO's and homebrew apps from any PS3***, including previously "unbreakable" 2k5, 3k and 4k models! We have now removed the external UI commander since it is no longer necessary. Now you can browse and launch all homebrew apps/games and PS3 ISO's from the XMB.
Once again, yes, by using with the Cobra ODE you can browse and launch homebrew apps/games and PS3 ISO's from the XMB via the Cobra ODE manager...
The device is easy to install, use and upgrade too!
Simply, Cobra ODE has re-invented the scene, breaking down the barriers once thought to be impenetrable...
The device offers PS3 ISO's, homebrew apps and games, even on the latest 2k5, 3K and 4K systems and is fast and powerful enough to provide plenty of room for expansion of features in the future.....
Production will now commence and stocks will follow to resellers shortly....
Check out the features and PS3 models supported below:
The following consoles are supported:
FAT:
• CECHA (PATA)
• CECHB (PATA)
• CECHC (PATA)
• CECHE (PATA)
• CECHG (PATA)
• CECHH (PATA)
• CECHK (PATA)
• CECHL (SATA) (most consoles)***
SLIM:
• CECH2XXX (SATA)
• CECH21XX (SATA)
• CECH25XX (SATA)
• CECH3XXX (SATA)
SUPER SLIM:
• CECH4XXX (SATA)
***FAT consoles (SATA) CECHL, CECHM, CECHP and CECHQ with drive controller BMD-21 will be supported in a future hardware iteration.
Feature list:
• Supports virtually all PS3's including previously "unbreakable" 2k5,3k and 4k systems!
• Homebrew now possible on previously "unbreakable" 2k5,3k and 4k systems!
• Play games on SEN in pass-through or emulation modes**!
• On screen selection of games through Cobra ODE manager in XMB
• Emulation or pass-through modes
• Advanced Smart Fusion AES encryption and decryption engine on board
• Fully updatable high speed FPGA's and high speed secure MCU on board
• Updatable via USB storage
• Expansion ports for future proofing
• Simple and easy to use
• High quality components used throughout
• Built at a high tech facility
• Solderless installation on FAT*** and SLIM (2xxx and 21xx) series
• Easy installation on 25xx,3xxx and 4xxx series Slim and Super Slim series consoles with QSB (quick solder board)
• Easy setup for PATA or SATA consoles
• Advanced software onboard and frequent free updates
• BD Movie support to follow (In a future update)
• PS1 and PS2 ISO support to follow (on BC consoles in a future update)
• PS3 BD game disc dumping on all PS3 consoles is supported and can be enabled through third party managers (dumping throughput will be improved in future updates)
**We cannot guarantee the longetivity of this feature owing to the use of homebrew app to achieve it.