Do not attempt to install Custom Firmware (CFW) files on a HEN-only console (SuperSlim), as this will brick your system.
If your firmware is below 4.89 (e.g., 4.88 or 4.87), do not update via Sony’s network. You will need to manually update to 4.89 using a USB drive before installing HEN. Ps3 Hen 4.89 Download
✅ HFW 4.89 installed ✅ HEN installer PKG installed ✅ HEN enables successfully from XMB icon ✅ webMAN or multiMAN installed for loading games ✅ USB backups working (ISO or JB folder format) Do not attempt to install Custom Firmware (CFW)
Place the downloaded PS3UPDAT.PUP (HFW version) into the UPDATE folder. 4.88 or 4.87)