[UPDATE#4] Rogero CEX-4.21 CFW & LV0 Keys Released

Published on 10-26-2012 07:44 PM

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Update #4 Rogero has released version 1.09 of his 4.21 CFW. please check the MD5 before installing you can do so with this App. LINK. See below under UPDATE #4 for all the download links and information from upgrading to V1.00 to 1.09 .

This update has fixed many of the bricking issues in the previous v1.00 release. As with any CFW installation do your research if you are someone without a hardware flasher. Also be sure to checkout Rogero official release thread @ tortuga-cove before installing to make sure no information posted below has changed in update #4.

PS3 Developer Rogero known for his other CFW (such as no-check Downgradable FWs) & Backup Manager. Has made use of the recent lv0 keys that have been leaked an released. Soon after Bluedisk CFW was cracked the lv0 keys for 4.21 were leaked in the wild. So that paved the way for new CFW.

Rogero CFW can only be installed on a PS3 running 3.55

v1.00 changes

This is a 4.21CFW spoofed to version 4.25 to allow SEN access

It can be used as a normal System Update from any 3.55 OFW/CFW/MFW

It was tested using a hardware flasher and no bricks or any problems at all were encountered

It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.21 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed

Games must be loaded from Disc Icon (with Original game in BD) and not from app_home

Current 3.55 homebrew application can't be loaded on this CFW, applications must be re-signed properly.

Downgrading back to 3.55 is always possible using hardware flashers and will be tested soon using software methods.

UPDATE #1
(New/Updated Info in Blue)
Source: Tortuga-Cove

ATTENTION:

1- This CFW doesn't have LV1 checks disabled and can't be installed on Downgraded PS3 consoles unless you have Dehashed/Reset Syscon Properly (if you're not sure about your PS3, Dehash it anyway to avoid any risk) Link ----> Dehashing Tutorial

2- Always make a NOR/Nand dump using multiMAN or memdump before installing this CFW to have a recovery backup in case of any bricks.Having a valid NOR/Nand dump is an essential step before upgrading, because you will always have a way to recover (using hardware flashers) when you have a valid dump.
** A Hardware Flasher alone without a valid dump cannot fix your bricked PS3 **

3- It's always better to have QA flag set (leave it Enabled) on your PS3 for safer upgrading/downgrading operations. Link ----> toggle_qa.pkg

4- Always use the Recovery Menu while installing this CFW to avoid possible bricks (XMB update works, but Recovery Menu is safer).

5- TrueBlue CFW users must update back to OFW3.55 before installing this CFW to avoid possible bricks.

**Credits to eussNL and the PS3DevWiki for the valuable and always up-to-date source of information.
**Credits to Deank for his continuous efforts on Multiman and many other PS3 tools/fixes.

Update #2
Source: Tortuga-Cove

Downgrading back to 3.55 is always possible using the following steps :

Download the 4.25 downgrader PUP ---> 4.25 Downgrader Size 176MB (184,595,263 bytes) MD5: 49d80e07fc1f5ca1b0840e02e94635db

Rename the downloaded file to "PS3UPDAT.PUP" and put it on your USB in: "USB\PS3\UPDATE\PS3UPDAT.PUP"

While on Rogero CFW4.21, go to System Update from XMB and install the 4.25 downgrader CFW.

Once installed, now put "Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7" on your USB in: "USB\PS3\UPDATE\PS3UPDAT.PUP" ---> Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7.PUP

Start the PS3 into Recovery Menu (or use Condor Updater for Slim consoles) and install "Rogero CEX-3.55 CFW V3.7" (from Recovery Menu, this is important)

Once the install is finished, you're now back on Rogero CFW3.55 v3.7 ( from here it's better to dehash again before installing any other OFW/CFW 3.55 )

Update #3
Source: Tortuga-Cove

After Testing with some bricked Slim consoles ( from updating to CFW4.21 ) with different friends and testers around the world,
I can confirm that Bricked consoles can be recovered back to CFW3.55 even if you didn't have a NOR Dump/Backup .

Requirements are:
1- a Hardware Flasher so you can read/write to the PS3 NOR flash
2- A Dongle with PSgrade payload (any old jailbreak dongle + PSGrade hex will do) used to Enter Factory Service Mode (FSM)
3- Rogero CEX3.55 v3.7 PUP

for more details about Recovering from the Brick please check this new thread ----> Brick-Recovery Procedure from CFW4.21 back to CFW3.55

Note:
- I didn't receive any Brick report from any FAT PS3 that updated to CFW4.21, so it seems FAT consoles are not being affected by the bug.

- Apparently only the last downgradable Slim models are affected (CECH-25xx with Datecode 1A and base FW version = 3.50)

- I Also know that there are also few Slims that bricked with model CECH-20xx but 90% of the reports were model
(CECH-25xx with Datecode 1A and base FW version = 3.50).

- The Brick may be caused by the boot-loaders not being written correctly into the NOR during the Update process.

Please note also that all the above info may not be 100% accurate,
things are still being worked on so nothing is confirmed at all and I don't promise anything about an updated CFW.

-RogerO

Update #4
Source: Tortuga-Cove

Rogero CEX-4.21 CFW v1.09 Free for All

update ---> Rogero CEX-4.21 v1.09

mirror ---> Rogero CEX-4.21 v1.09

MD5:
e777351e788a7eb4007a2280abca7fbd

Size:
192 MB (201,329,483 bytes)

For details about Updating from CFW4.21 v1.00 to CFW4.21 v1.09 please read the Update Guide below

For details about Recovering from v1.00 Brick please check this thread
----> Brick-Recovery Procedure from CFW4.21 back to CFW3.55

v1.09 Details and Changes

- Compatibility problem with some Slim models (CECH-25xx) is now fully fixed.
- XMB Icons problem from in-game PS button is now fixed.
- Loading games from App_home Icon is now fixed.
- Many other fixes from version 1.00 for a better performance and added stability.
- It was tested by hundreds of testers on all PS3 models (FAT & Slim) and no problems were encountered.
- It can run games signed with Keys up to version 4.21 without any Eboot/Sprx patching needed
- Games can be loaded from Disc Icon (with Original game in BD) and from app_home (Disc-less, but not all games).
- Current 3.55 homebrew applications can't be loaded on this CFW, applications must be re-signed properly for FW4.21.

Updating from CFW4.21 v1.00 to the CFW4.21 v1.09 should be done using the following steps :

1- Proper Way ( CFW4.21 v1.00 --> CFW3.55 --> CFW4.21 v1.09 )
---- Downgrade back to ver3.55 using the guide above.
---- Once on Rogero CEX3.55 v3.7 you can update again from Recovery Menu into the new CFW4.21 v1.09

2- Alternative Way ( CFW4.21 v1.00 --> Recovery Menu --> CFW4.21 v1.09 )
---- You can try updating from CFW4.21 v1.00 to CFW4.21 v1.09 from Recovery Mode first.
---- If it didn't work, then you'll have to use the first Proper Way ( CFW4.21 v1.00 --> CFW3.55 --> CFW4.21 v1.09 )

Rogero CEX-4.21 CFW v1.09 Free for All
Official Download Link: Rogero CEX 4.21 CFW
MD5: e777351e788a7eb4007a2280abca7fbd
Size: 192 MB (201,329,483 bytes)
Mirror #1 MultiUpload

Update:
multiMAN 04.08.00 is Rogero 4.21 CFW compatible
Here is CFW 4.21 Eboot Resigner

Source of KEYS: ps3crunch.net
Source of Rogero CFW: Tortuga-Cove

Thanks to thenat17 & randomstuff for the member submissions of this great news.

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1376 Comments

rob_1980 - 10-22-2012, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by inserttwo

The question now is how do we know that. I bought my PS3 already jailbroken. So, I'm not sure with it was Downgraded or not.

And, also, what about Sony's Update? Could it possibly block this new CFWs? I really hope this new CFW works well and like the 3.55 worked. No need for the EBOOTs and changing files. I really hated those things.

what cfw are you running now? i "think" please correct me sombody if im wrong, rogero 3.55 was the only one patched for downgraded consoles, so if your on kmeaw, your ok. THIS NEEDS CONFIRMING BTW!

downgraded = hardware downgrade from OFW 3.56+ > 3.55 cfw.

bitsbubba - 10-22-2012, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Runehasa

Forgive me for asking but does this mean i need to have a original bluray disk in my drive at all times to run backups. Reason i ask it that my drive is not working right and i would hate to make my ps3 useless

walk don't run, for now you need to wait

jalaneme - 10-22-2012, 05:39 PM
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No good spoofing to 4.25 because 4.30 is releasing very soon, on top of that i prefer rebug anyway because of the debug options, hopefully rebug makes a decent 4.21 cfw soon.

NuBiXx - 10-22-2012, 05:40 PM
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I can confirm 'Rogero CEX-4.21 CFW v1.00 Free for All' is working perfect I can connect to psn and download my past purchases also
Now just have to wait till homebrew is resigned.

rob_1980 - 10-22-2012, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by jalaneme

No good spoofing to 4.25 because 4.30 is releasing very soon, on top of that i prefer rebug anyway because of the debug options, hopefully rebug makes a decent 4.21 cfw soon.

all have our favorites i guess.

however 4.25 spoofing will allow psn access for a while after 4.30 is released, so not pointless..

rob_1980 - 10-22-2012, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by NuBiXx

I can confirm 'Rogero CEX-4.21 CFW v1.00 Free for All' is working perfect I can connect to psn and download my past purchases also
Now just have to wait till homebrew is resigned.

so only homebrew working, is MM, I assume reActPsn wont?

NuBiXx - 10-22-2012, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Spectator

Tested and it works so far. Spoofed to 4.25, netflix is on here, install package and app_home folder is here. Downloading multiman 04.07.01 atm to test if it loads, got a slow download (will be done in like 11 min). Will post if it loads then

Yeah very slow download fro me also, If you can please post mirror

GigaGaia - 10-22-2012, 05:42 PM
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Considering this is only for 3.55 or below, this is pretty much useless. Wake me up when the scene made real progress and you can install this from recent ofw.

NuBiXx - 10-22-2012, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by jalaneme

No good spoofing to 4.25 because 4.30 is releasing very soon, on top of that i prefer rebug anyway because of the debug options, hopefully rebug makes a decent 4.21 cfw soon.

Evilsperm from Rebug hinted this was coming

jalaneme - 10-22-2012, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by rob_1980

all have our favorites i guess.

however 4.25 spoofing will allow psn access for a while after 4.30 is released, so not pointless..

I don't think so, as soon as sony release 4.30 you can say goodbye to your 4.25 spoof it will be rendered useless and there is no way to turn back once you have installed rogero 4.21 cfw.

DeadPixel99 - 10-22-2012, 05:46 PM
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This is great news! Cannot wait for Rebugs version to come out!

rob_1980 - 10-22-2012, 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by GigaGaia

Considering this is only for 3.55 or below, this is pretty much useless. Wake me up when the scene made real progress and you can install this from recent ofw.

ungratefull .... I could go on, but I wont.

feel free to release your 4.30 cfw tomorrow for us all!

inserttwo - 10-22-2012, 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by rob_1980

what cfw are you running now? i "think" please correct me sombody if im wrong, rogero 3.55 was the only one patched for downgraded consoles, so if your on kmeaw, your ok. THIS NEEDS CONFIRMING BTW!

downgraded = hardware downgrade from OFW 3.56+ > 3.55 cfw.

Thanks. Yes, I'm on KMEAW, for the time being. I'm gonna wait a little bit. Probably until November to try this new things.

DeadPixel99 - 10-22-2012, 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by jalaneme

I don't think so, as soon as sony release 4.30 you can say goodbye to your 4.25 spoof it will be rendered useless and there is no way to turn back once you have installed rogero 4.21 cfw.

Where did you get this info? They said right now there looking into a software way to revert back if need be and since the bluedisk cfw can do it there's absolutely no reason there's cannot. And there are plenty of reasons to update your ps3 to a newer version and screaming psn will only work for a little bit is retarded NO SH*T anyone on the ps3 scene knows this who cares, there are tons of other features and reasons to update, i myself will wait till the kinks are worked out but i will eventually.

rob_1980 - 10-22-2012, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by jalaneme

I don't think so, as soon as sony release 4.30 you can say goodbye to your 4.25 spoof it will be rendered useless and there is no way to turn back once you have installed rogero 4.21 cfw.

So how is this any worse off than 3.55?

yes159 - 10-22-2012, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by GigaGaia

Considering this is only for 3.55 or below, this is pretty much useless. Wake me up when the scene made real progress and you can install this from recent ofw.

It is only useless if you cant downgrade or are on OFW 3.60+. For others that are on CFW 3.55, it isnt useless.

I dont think there will be much waking up any time soon to be honest. Concidering it took about 2 years for this to happen, and it still requires firmware 3.55.

barelynotlegal - 10-22-2012, 05:53 PM
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holey Shite. just got done updating, racoon city is working off disk, keep ya posted!

DJTommy - 10-22-2012, 05:53 PM
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has anyone tried to install this from 3.55.2 Rebug? does it work?

ragnalamb - 10-22-2012, 05:55 PM
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This is great news, no need to go DEX now (at least for me).

I have a doubt tough. Will any of my pr0pj0e/duplex PSN fixed games will work on this new CEX CFW 4.21 from rogero?????? Thanks in advance! Downloading!!

barelynotlegal - 10-22-2012, 05:56 PM
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updating netflix as we speak. and working!
downgrading via xmb with kmeaw( data corrupted at 98%) should of known, lol
was going to break out the dongle(maybe tonight) but i going to be playing RE racoon city.
thanX ROGERO!