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This is a brand new PS3 machine just came out on Amazon yesterday.
# Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
# ASIN: B001COU9I6
# Product Dimensions: 15 pounds
# Media: Video Game
# Release Date: August 20, 2008
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So as to answer the obvious question, no backward compatibility for this PS3 or the yet to be released 160gb version.
The 40GB PS3 sells at this price, so this is a good deal.\
Yes, not a bad deal with the extra HD space
I purchased the 40GB PS3 and just put a 320GB Hard Drive in. I use the 40GB SATA hard drive left over as a portable USB hard drive. Works for me.
Certainly no a hot deal as it's MSRP
You can find it soon everywhere and I doubt it will be out of stock any sooner.
And you can put in a larger HD easily.
To me, the $499 80GB w/MGS4 and BC was better deal to me as I own the old Xbox but not a PS2. In contast to what the Sony top guy said "who bought a PS3 already had a PS2", now I can finally play those old but good PS2 games I like.
nm....didn't fully read the Amazon ad.
sijimbo said:I purchased the 40GB PS3 and just put a 320GB Hard Drive in. I use the 40GB SATA hard drive left over as a portable USB hard drive. Works for me.
Does it invalid the warranty?
Yeap, this 80GB is not the same 80GB you would have found last month.
Basically, Sony is removing PS2 compatibility from all PS3 models from now on. And reduced number of USB ports from 4 to 2, and no multi memory card port.
For people who don't own or don't plan on playing PS2 games, it's not an issue. Only thing is USB ports. If you plan on using 3rd party controllers, ie Nyko wireless pads (on sale for $14.99+SH now, see my post), or racing wheels, you'll need a USB hub if you have more than 2 devices.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayStation_3#Retail_configurations
ywjkid said:sijimbo said:I purchased the 40GB PS3 and just put a 320GB Hard Drive in. I use the 40GB SATA hard drive left over as a portable USB hard drive. Works for me.
Does it invalid the warranty?
Of course. Do you really think you can buy a product, open it up, change components, and still have a valid warranty?
zunguri said:ywjkid said:sijimbo said:I purchased the 40GB PS3 and just put a 320GB Hard Drive in. I use the 40GB SATA hard drive left over as a portable USB hard drive. Works for me.
Does it invalid the warranty?
Of course. Do you really think you can buy a product, open it up, change components, and still have a valid warranty?
Well, the manual does tell you how to change the drive out? I'd be surprised they Sony voided the rest of the system because you increased the size of the HD.
This unit seems like a 40gig replacement with the 2 ports. I've heard there's another, higher line unit in the works.
The main advantage of these units is suppose to be it has more efficient chips and will use less electricity and thus less heat, which means less fan noise... hopefully, since my 60gig version is pretty loud.
zunguri said:ywjkid said:sijimbo said:I purchased the 40GB PS3 and just put a 320GB Hard Drive in. I use the 40GB SATA hard drive left over as a portable USB hard drive. Works for me.
Does it invalid the warranty?
Of course. Do you really think you can buy a product, open it up, change components, and still have a valid warranty?
BS! You do not have to open the PS3 to change the hard drive. Have you ever even looked at one? In addition, Sony allows customers who wish to do their own in-warranty replacements of their PS3 hard drive without having to send the unit back to them. However You still might want to hold on to your original PS3 hard drive in case you have in-warranty hardware problems with your PS3 so you can replace you upgraded drive with the original one before sending it back. Sony nearly always does a complete system swap out vs an actual repair so chances are good you would not get your original system with the upgraded hard drive back.
cnIsfg said:zunguri said:ywjkid said:sijimbo said:I purchased the 40GB PS3 and just put a 320GB Hard Drive in. I use the 40GB SATA hard drive left over as a portable USB hard drive. Works for me.
Does it invalid the warranty?
Of course. Do you really think you can buy a product, open it up, change components, and still have a valid warranty?
BS! You do not have to open the PS3 to change the hard drive. Have you ever even looked at one? In addition, Sony allows customers who wish to do their own in-warranty replacements of their PS3 hard drive without having to send the unit back to them. However You still might want to hold on to your original PS3 hard drive in case you have in-warranty hardware problems with your PS3 so you can replace you upgraded drive with the original one before sending it back. Sony nearly always does a complete system swap out vs an actual repair so chances are good you would not get your original system with the upgraded hard drive back.
Thanks a lot for your clarification.
Need a $299 price point to bite, wish I had done the WalMart fathers day deal
cnIsfg said:BS! You do not have to open the PS3 to change the hard drive. Have you ever even looked at one? In addition, Sony allows customers who wish to do their own in-warranty replacements of their PS3 hard drive without having to send the unit back to them. However You still might want to hold on to your original PS3 hard drive in case you have in-warranty hardware problems with your PS3 so you can replace you upgraded drive with the original one before sending it back. Sony nearly always does a complete system swap out vs an actual repair so chances are good you would not get your original system with the upgraded hard drive back.
Yeah it takes 5 minutes to swap the drive. here's a tutorial..
Get a quiet 320GB 2.5" drive like this WD Scorpio and you're set.
This system is currently selling at Bestbuy.com for $399.99.
Circuit City / Sears are still selling at $499.99, possible 110% PM opportunity.
tscfx said:This system is currently selling at Bestbuy.com for $399.99.
Circuit City / Sears are still selling at $499.99, possible 110% PM opportunity.
Online only at Best Buy.
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