Run Yellow Dog Linux (YDL) on PS3 Tutorial

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  1. Oner

    Oner Moderator Staff Member

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    The newest build of YDL I that I downloaded didn't even need a USB thumb drive for the otheros.self & .bld files. All I had to do was

    1) Format the PS3 w/ the 10gb partition
    2) Insert DVD
    3) Install EVERYTHING right off the disc in about 40 minutes

    Done.

    Here is where I did most of my reading

    http://www.ps3forums.com/showthread.php?t=141719


    And here is where I dl'ed the version of YDL I am running now (yellowdog-6.0-DVD_20080207.iso)

    http://us.fixstars.com/resources/ftp_mirrors.shtml


    I can't wait for the new one that enables the use of the PS3's video RAM for temporary storage or swap to be available for download off the mirrors. More info here ~ http://us.fixstars.com/news/2008/2008-11-19.shtml
     
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  2. iconss

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    I second that, The first time i did it, it was on an SDTV. Second PS3 I did it today on an HDTV, actually my computer monitor that has HDCP. It was a breeze. Only needed the CD, and the update when I formatted my PS3 when I put in a 500GB HDD :)
     
    iconss, Dec 12, 2008
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  3. ps3lvanub

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    do i have to format my ps3 hdd to do this?
     
    ps3lvanub, Jan 2, 2009
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  4. gwilson85

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    I have read this is the best version of Linux to install on the PS3 but my question is basically all I want it to do is allow me to use my PS3 as a HTPC. Load all my video files onto the PS3 hard drive and when I want to watch a movie I just boot up linux and play it via that.

    PS I know the PS3 will play DivX movies and other file types on it's own but not all work. I also know I can use Tversity as well and have been doing so for a while but I would prefer this method.
     
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  5. WarCry

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    Hi all.

    I have newest firmware in my ps3 and Yellow Dog 6.1.

    So im trying to boot YD and when every text comes up it cames with this at end:

    info, udhcpc (v0.9.9-pre) started
    debug, Sending discover...
    debug, Sending discover...
    debug, Sending discover...
    don't understand action "leasefail"
    info, No lease, failing
    kboot:
    Mounting... -> kboot: g ...

    And that last line is looping on my screen.


    Any help?

    Ps3 (hdmi cable)
    LG Full HD 42" Plasma
    Apple USB keyboard (works ok in pc's and YD)
     
    WarCry, Feb 2, 2009
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  6. jackkenda

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    what well i intstalled linux on ps3 before reading what to do i boot linux on ps3 and it says kboot

    can i load my ps3 os back again???
     
    jackkenda, Feb 19, 2009
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  7. root3d

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    ive tried to install YDL 5.0 on my PS3 40GB/PAL
    ANNACONDA ran smothly bujt when the text mode install came
    ive tried test os , with an error that chucksum is not found
    plus the Xwindow ran with only the mouse pointer
    no forms to fill out my configuration
    when i restart my ps3 ive found these error
    atribute cannot set for hardware 'X' blah blah blah
    and before the kboot rans
    there was an error in PDS somthing writen about VRS
    and lease fail

    my problem is why its stops when Xwindow starts...
     
    root3d, Mar 21, 2009
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  8. awco5

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    To those experiencing problems...

    I was receiving errors about leasing, no VRS... ect.

    loading the PS3 folder from the YDL DVD
    plus: having a wired conection
    plus: when the kboot: option appears, hit tab until you've reached the proper option. (I.E. for PS3 and your screen size or text if you don't have Hi-Def TV)

    These are the things that helped me...
     
    awco5, Apr 15, 2009
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  9. ps3guy_09

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    hi guys, basically, im going through the process of installin YDL to my old 60gb ps3. So far so good, i formatted the HDD with 10gb allotted to linux. But because the blue ray drive is busted (long story) i was wondering if an external DVD drive plugged into the USB would work for the instal process. Im asking now so i dont have to go out, spend 50 squid on a new USB drive and then find out it doesnt work. I heard from some people the external drive takes the place of the old blue ray drive, but is this true after you formatted the HDD?? If not, how else could i do it?
    cheers
     
    ps3guy_09, May 25, 2009
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  10. awco5

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    ps3guy_09 I would think that it wouldn't work. But having never tried it I can't say for sure. I'll test it out if I get the time and repost the results by Wednesday.

    August
     
    awco5, May 25, 2009
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  11. ps3guy_09

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    yeh if u could test it that would be awesome. I hope it works :D
    thanks a lot
    callum
     
    ps3guy_09, May 26, 2009
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  12. ps3guy_09

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    yeh i brought a drive and plugged it in and linux seemed to install all fine. No hitches so far :D so i guess it does work without an internal DVD drive after all
     
    ps3guy_09, May 26, 2009
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  13. jurat

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    ok heres my problem. everything goes fine untill i get to the package installation when it says something like installation is starting. an error pops up and says "the file gcc-java-4.1.1-1.ydl.ppc.rpm cannot be opened.this is due to a missing file or perhaps s corrupt package. ig you are installing from cd media this usually means the cd media us corrupt, or the cd drive is unable to read the media" so what do i do. can it be that i burned the iso to fast?
     
    jurat, May 27, 2009
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  14. awco5

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    Yeah, or that something else has damaged the disk already (i.e. heat, light, scratch), or that your file on your computer is corrupt and so you burned a corrupt disk.
     
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  15. jurat

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    ok ill try making a new cd if that dont work just redownload?
     
    jurat, May 28, 2009
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  16. ps3guy_09

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    yeh ur gonna wanna burn it to a dvd aswell not a cd. some cd's dont have enough space on them, but a dvd has about 4gb and the file is only 3.3gb. do it at 6x and make sure you keep the disk in one of those plastic wallet things so you cant scratch it. good luck with it :D
     
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  17. awco5

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    Yes, preferably from a different mirror or torrent.
     
    awco5, May 28, 2009
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  18. jurat

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    ok well i cant find a good file thats 3.6 for 6.1 so if some1 can post a link that your be nice.
     
    jurat, May 29, 2009
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  19. awco5

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    This is the copy I have from Demonoid. Should be well seeded.
    http://www.vondoomband.com/yellowdog-6.1.torrent
     
    awco5, May 30, 2009
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  20. ps3guy_09

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    ftp://ftp.mirrorservice.org/sites/ftp.yellowdoglinux.com/pub/yellowdog/iso/yellowdog-6.1-ppc-DVD_20090201_NEW_PS3.iso
    <<<< i got this link and its downloading fine so far. not torrent client needed which is why i chose it.
     
    ps3guy_09, Jun 6, 2009
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