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PSP Custom Firmware 3.40 OE-A Released & 3.30 OE-A’ Update!
greg | April 20, 2007
How wonderful! Beyond dispute Dark_AleX remains on top with yet another ball-busting firmware release. In fact, there are two individual updates:
- 3.40 OE-A, using the latest pieces from Sony’s 3.40 firmware update, and of course, leaving the underlying weaknesses found long ago in 1.50.
- Updated from 3.30 firmware to 3.40
- Security patch: Fixed a bug that has been in all 3.XX OE, that caused random data to be written to a location in lcdc.prx or (in worst case) emc_sm.prx ram space.
- Autboot that is missing since 3.03 OE-C has been reimplemented.
- Improvements in the flasher. It will now generate also the flash1 directories, and it will check that the dxar is the correct for this update, so no more bricks by accidentally using other DATA.DXAR.
- Secondly, but certainly not least, is a 3.30 OE-A’ (OE-A2) update — for those users who wish to remain at 3.30 OE. It corrects the following:
- Security patch: Fixed a bug that has been in all 3.XX OE, that caused random data to be written to a location in lcdc.prx or (in worst case) emc_sm.prx ram space.
- Autboot that is missing since 3.03 OE-C has been reimplemented.
Now, lets get on with it!
To install 3.40 OE-A:
- Copy oeupdmaker and oeupdmaker% to /PSP/GAME if you are in 1.50, or to /PSP/GAME150 if you
are in any SE/OE version. Get the 1.50 and 3.40 Sony updaters (of any region, because all are
currently the same), and copy them in the oeupdmaker directory with the names 150.PBP and 340.PBP.Execute the program, and it will generate the DATA.DXAR file. The checksums (althoug the flasher
will check for them for you):CRC32: CDA4638D
MD5: 9754F2CC0CBE2D8FE0DD009C90FDCD9F
SHA1: 6F76BB67B31EFF6FECB72D9D4AF443C793E1E521- Copy 340oeflasher and 340oeflasher% to /PSP/GAME if you are in 1.50, or to /PSP/GAME150 if you
are in any SE/OE version. Move the DATA.DXAR to 340oeflasher directory.You need 75% battery, although you can skip this if you pressed L+triangle while loading the program.
Note about pops. I recommend people to backup their savedata before proceeding to change them
(Sony has changed the savedata format, and they force you to change the format in 3.40 if you want to play them).
If a plugin to load previous firmwares pops appear, the savedata will have to be in the old format for those firmwares,
that’s why it is better to have a backup of them. Psx savedatas are in /PSP/SAVEDATA/[code of game]
To install 3.30 OE-A’ Update:
Copy the 330_oea2update directory to /PSP/GAME150 in your memstick, and run it.
Enjoy!
Download:
PSP CFW 3.40 OE-A
PSP CFW 3.30 OE-A’
Firmware Updates:
3.40 FW Update
1.50 FW Update
- source: dark-alex.org
wow, didn’t see that one coming, awesome work DA!
W00t that was quick
Very quick
The filesize for DATA.DXAR is 17.6MB!
Nice work :P
yay!! get’em!!
Yeah right on! The Master did it again! RESPECT to DA all the way! I downloaded FW 3.40OE-A from http://www.dark-alex.org and installed if flawlessly with the usual installation procedure. Nothing really new at first sight, but it is the thought that counts right?
A guy that is so devoted to making things work for us so we can enjoy our PSP needs to be encouraged and rewarded. Don`t be cheap and shy and click on the paypal sign to pay some respect!
I’m going to do that right now.
Well done, nice posting greg, Was just about to post this one myself! But i dont have my account :S :(
Wow, I just craped in my pants!
Nice!
^^ lol u found out through me phil :P. can someone test my icon pack on this pelase? my batterys only on 25% :(
I know i found it out through you :P I didnt say i didnt… Or did i?
Thanks!!!
Dax is the Einstein of PSP hacking!
einstein is a complete dumbass who worked at the patent office and stole the theory of relitevity for some french guy and Einstein said he got his thoughts in his sleep humm how suspesious SO dark alex is way smater than Einstein and DONT COMPARE DARK ALEX TO DUMB ASS PEOPLE LIKE EINSTEIN!!!
are you kidding?
you are the most ignorant fuckwad ever.
good job D_A.
as an aspiring physicist, i hate you and hope you are infested with millions of pubic lice.
Guys, guys guys. He was just kidding. This was shown in a Family Guy episode.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQXhRALTRfc
ROLF!!!!!!!
nice job but can we customize xmb in the 3.40 oea and wats the new features of the 3.40 firmware
i have 3.03oec because of the xmb
plz tell me
thx
and nice job
yea help please
Wow.. That was Quick.. THX DAx.. DAx Getting faster at oE/z???.. anyways good job dax .. also clickzorz my name :).. p3ace
already? i just updated to 3.30 oe-a yesterday. well….now im off to upgrade to 3.40 oe-a.
I dont know how to contact you DarkAlex.. but if you are in need of another website look/ a blog contact me on aim @ userpimp1378.. i can hook u up…
alright well i never done any cf so ne1 wanna explain to me how to edit flash0 to customize, how to use recovery, how to fix bricks/semi, and how to put psx games, and what is noodle? cause on dh theres only moodle
and if theres any easy installer**
I recommend you ask these questions on a proper forum.
Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3.40oe-a works very well!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks Dark Alex!!!!!!!!!! You are the best!!!!!!!
your all lucky,i bricked mine.no recovery! stupid downgraders :P i will never turn it off during flash writing
hey rafi use GOOGLE!
yeahhh man,thx you D_A
i love it.thats working on my sega portable
Fuckin A!
WTF ALREADY ANOTHER RELEASE
THANK YOU
Does RE2 Work?
yeah re2 works just finished it not long ago in 2 hours got a S rating and unlocked rocket launcher coz im cool
Thanks n !!!!!!!! but with this can i play psx games??? and i have to Update from 3.30 or if i have the 3.10 OE-A can i update from there???
So, does this update in any way fix PSX’s double-CD games, such as Resident Evil 2, from cutting off? With these two recent updates, I am just not enticed, as of now, to update from 3.03 OE-C. Regardless, great job DAX. Will donate as soon as some money transfers from my bank to credit card.
res evil 2 does work i finished it no crashes/freezes all good
fuck me that was quick keep it up
!!!!!!!!!!!
GREAT WORK DAX !!!! YOU ARE THE BEST FIRMWARE DEVELOPER !!!
LOL… he doesnt ”Develop” he cracks the firmware, to run 3rd party code! fool…
@Phil: Take it easy! PSP_User might be somewhat confused, after all it says “Dark-AleX - PSP Developer” in the title of Dark Alex’s website http://www.dark-alex.org …
Dark Alex, now that guy is on the case, fair play to him..
Easy Installer anyone ???
Holy shit! DAX is the Man.
Awesome, keep it up DAX :D
Going to upgrade as soon as the PSP 3.40 firmware is downloaded.
Dont Download 3.40 firmwear u divi or u wont be able to use this cfw there no way to installl cfw off 3.40
no, he meant he is downloading the firmware 3.40 in order to upgrade to 3.40 OE-A. in other words 340.PBP
WHooh!
Didn’t see that comming !
I’m just wondering if 3.40 supports other topmenu’s..
Or doesn’t it ? That’s why you released the 3.30 OE-A’ ?
Get the 1.50 and 3.40 Sony updaters (of any region, because all are
currently the same), and copy them in the oeupdmaker directory with the names 150.PBP and 340.PBP.
where can i get them??
can u play psx on 3.30′ ?
im also wondering if pops was fixed
Pops works fine on 3.30 OE-A and OE-A2, it also has faster loading option in the home menu.
@DUMP
3.40 http://www.psp-hacks.com/file/1130
1.50 http://www.psp-hacks.com/file/4
It is so hard to try and find them yourself?
@jjistoreq
I think you can, why not?
nice going dax youve done it again. not trying to question your methods but dont you think its time for a new downgrader to be released.
Has DAX ever made a downgrader?
yes he has like the 2.71 lite. now im not sure if he made it from inside out or if he just helped out. all i know is that he has had services with making downgraders before.
i thought ocom(something like that) makes the downgraders
That was so fast nice going. Does anyone know if the problem with the cheat .prx not working has been fixed.
Help ME! I just downgraded my friends psp and which is a good custom firmware to install since he wants to have custom icons. which is better 3.03oe/3.10oe/3.30oe/3.40oe WHICH ONE IS GOOD FOR ME!!
http://tinyurl.com/2dydey
tried to respond to your link.. MSN me xboxrawks@hotmail.com
wicked cool guys… but my stupid friend has UD to the official 3.30 … can i run the 3.40OE update or do i have to wait till a downgrader comes out?
BTW THANX for recovery… another bud semibricked by trying to restore flash0 on a T-82 from my orr flash0 on my NON t-82 mobo
… thanx again
im with you i have the offical 3.30 and would like CFW and as well wonering if i could just update straight to 3.30-oe (BTW i have a TA-082 if that helps)
Nope, you need to wait….. now hope a downgrader comes, for your official 3.30 Sony FW
crap that sux
lmao, Sony tricked you into upgrading?
no no tricked my STUPID FRIEND
I feel sorry for your “friend.”
yes all hail DA but please can u make a sony 3.30 downgrader for the TA-082 mobo
half way through updating now :)
Another super fast update - Good work DaX you did it again.
DarkAleX RuleZ
But I think I will wait a little while until most of the homebrews become compatable with the update…
Thanks D-A. I for one will donate to your cause as sooon as my credit is straightened out. I know how it is to have ppl help out on the cause for the better of things. Some just don’t understand that it takes time, coding, and money for things to work for the public. Let alone risking your own unit for bricking to make things for the public. My self look forwartd to your CF and like to see that you are still around to give us a helping hand for us unfortunate hacking hands.
From one coder to another. Great work and keep it up.
Paypal - Will be received with a name of a WEBMASTER. Only if that paypal icon is true. Mine is. Anywys,
Thanks D-A
Quake
thank you
Amazing work! DA… You sure know how to kick Sony’s butt :)
holy shit that caught me off gaurd. nice work. you never cease to amaze me.
Bastards Help which one is a good OE custome firmware to have. and i want to have custom icons!
If you want to customize your XMB, then the best cf would be to go with 3.03 oec at the moment.
Hey, you are the retard, don’t call us bastards. Go suck on your unopened copy of Digimon. The only thing you have to suck.
hey can someone test if resident evil 2 works past the RPD entrance if someone can test this i would be very thankfull
ey bro res evil 2 works past the police station now im playing it atm but not sure if it crashes later at some other point. hope it doesnt peace out
can someone else confirm this please?
dude thanks alot i am so happy to hear that o and what FW are you running so i know what to install im running 3.10 OE-2 i think
yeah res evil 2 works fine no crashes finished it last night
Hmmm, Rain, care to explain how you got it to work? I’ve tried 3 different versions of Leon’s disk (DualShock, original release, and Japan release) and not a single damn one has worked so far.
ok guys heres a video showing that it can be done i quickly took it then its a bit gimpy though but you should be able to see it well enough.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeZbfZ-hL1I
it might have something to do with the disc load speed if you set it to high it might override the crash at that point in the game or maybe not. anyway im using an origianal japanese version of the game i ripped it using cdrwin and converted it using zinga burgas easy pops 3 beta without customised icons or anything. then copied it to the mem stick, opened it changed the in game settings to disc load “fast” n just played as regular. youll notice toward the end of the clip that theres a save game there in jap meaning “claire game 00 saves 2nd round” you get this when you finish leons game i did that yesterday so i guess its proof that leons disc works too. if changing the disc speed doesnt work then
update to cf 3.40oe-a (if not already)
rip res evil 2 using cdrwin
convert using zinga burgas easy pops 3 beta
copy to mem stick
run game on fast disc load speed
if still doesnt work then not sure why but if you wan a save game file then hit me back. also check out my other youtube vids
forgot im running 3.40oe-a install it like you would the other custom firmware
WHICH CUSTOM FIRMWARE IS GOOD TO INSTALL!!?
anyone?
Hey Dark Alex…if I was a girl I would totally want to have your babies…keep up the good work.
Funny how we praise Dark_AleX in English
yet he is French. :)
Damn. Dark_AleX delivers greatness once again. Imagine where we’d be without him!
Oops. Didn’t mean to make that a reply to your comment. Oh well.
Doesn’t matter if the fella speaks french or Italian. He’s getting the respect that is deserved. Inless you feel he is not? But then again. It Doesn’t matter what you really feel it’s whats really felt to him.
Well what if this is an english site, and also if thats the language that we r expected to communicate on this site……..!
Maybe we gotta all go learn french on rosetta stone software …….
Dark Alex thank you , thank thank you! Bonjour……..
ODV out!
spannish