Somehow reset the PS3 NAND?

[AverageNinja]

Hi again OC3D!
I've been having a question for a while, and it started to bother me.
Do you guys think there is some way to reset the PS3 NAND to factory settings (and factory Firmware?). I want to install a CFW for homebrew applications (no multiman USB booter, so no real illegal stuff).
I would like to do this but don't want to pay the full $80 for a flasher.

Thanks, AverageNinja.
P.S. it would be nice if it was possible without opening the PS3, but I would dare to open it if needed though.

 

[dugdiamond]

like all NANDs (flash drives) they need to be physically written to. the apps are out there to do it... you just have to look hard to find them *coughs*

 

[AverageNinja]

like all NANDs (flash drives) they need to be physically written to. the apps are out there to do it... you just have to look hard to find them *coughs*

So... do you know any?
And do they require me to open my PS3?

 

[dugdiamond]

i do know where to get it, and how to do it.... but, it is illegal. therefore i cannot divulge the info

i only know this as i am a registered PS3 developer

 

[AverageNinja]

Oh ok then, I guess I'll just be nice to sony and stay stock
Before this thread gets closed, one question: do you know anything against the heat of the ps3? Sometimes my ps3 powers off with three beeps and then I feel the back of the PS3. It's extremely hot! Do you have any tips? I do have the slim (not the ultra-slim new one) PS3. And yes, I know it's off-topic :blush:

 

[dugdiamond]

heat is a problem most ps3's have.

it probably needs a clean - use a vacuum cleaner on the vents (but not the bluray player)

 

[wassupdoc]

It actually says in the users manual to vacuum the vents every now again, show most of us just ignore them haha