How to Factory Reset a PS3 Without a Controller

ScoldingIrony·2 years ago

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CatalogingDisk·2 years ago

If you have a Blu-ray remote for the PS3, that can also work as a controller substitute for resetting your system.

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SwellingDump·2 years ago

Just buy a new controller. More hassle trying to work around it.

DemonstratingUnit·2 years ago

You can try using a USB keyboard to navigate the PS3 menu. Just plug it in and use the arrow keys and Enter key to select options!

ConcludingDisc·2 years ago

I managed to reset mine once using a combination of a USB mouse and keyboard. Not the most graceful, but it worked!

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