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  • XMB Manager Plus (XMBM+) v0.20 - XMB File Manager

    Following up on the last release, Team XMBM+ is back today with XMB Manager Plus v0.20. This tool replaces Install Package Files/ Package manager with something more like a file manager. As with any other file manger, you should take extreme caution when using this tool, as changing/removing the wrong files could leave you with a PS3 brick. In other words, use at your own risk and make sure you know what you are doing before you do it. Also, be sure to read and understand the installation process before proceeding.

    Quote Originally Posted by bitsbubba View Post
    seems there's a issue with French translation, so please stick with English until we fix French

    Brought to you live from Team XMBM+, is the release of the:

    XMB Manager Plus v0.20

    Info:
    XMB Manager Plus (XMBM+) is a Homebrew XMB item which does many things you could want to on the XMB and more.

    This will replace the "Install Package Files" option or for REBUG CFW the "Package Manager".

    It officially supports six languages, three themes and boasts compatibility with most CFW and 4.00 HFW.


    Video credit: CloneD

    MAIN FEATURES in XMBM+ v0.20

    Package Manager Plus

    Allows homebrew/packages to be easily downloaded, installed and deleted.

    File Manager


    Browse and Delete files from all locations such as hdd, usb etc.

    Game Manager

    View and manage your ps3 applications, by type, by folder, by category etc..

    Game Data Manager

    Includes all the game data tools from main XMB plus some more additions. Things like Gamedata, Savedata, Backups and Trophies are contained here.

    Multi-Media Manager

    Browse, Copy, Rename and Play all your PS3's internal hdds media from one location. All options from the normal XMB categories are available in one new
    combined category

    Web Links


    This section includes links to some popular websites for easier access.

    Settings

    Gives information about the XMBM+, allows users to download language packs, theme packs and XMBM+ updates, it also links to the PS3Crunch release thread.

    Downloads:

    NOTE: Current users of the XMBM+ v0.10 can update using the Update function

    CFW Packages
    Core Package (also contains Flash mod) DOWNLOAD

    Theme Packs: (these can be downloaded from within the XMBM+ v0.20)
    Black DOWNLOAD
    Colour DOWNLOAD
    Original DOWNLOAD

    Language Packs:
    (these can be downloaded from within the XMBM+ v0.20)
    English DOWNLOAD
    French DOWNLOAD
    German DOWNLOAD
    Polish DOWNLOAD
    Portuguese DOWNLOAD
    Spanish DOWNLOAD

    Special CFW requirements:

    Cobra CFW dev_flash swap: DOWNLOAD
    NFW v3 (cobraUSB) dev_flash swap: DOWNLOAD


    [COLOR="#0000FF"]4.00 HFW Packages[/COLOR]
    Core Package (also contains Flash mod) DOWNLOAD

    Theme Packs: (these can be downloaded from within the XMBM+ v0.20)
    Black DOWNLOAD
    Colour DOWNLOAD
    Original DOWNLOAD

    Language Packs:
    (these can be downloaded from within the XMBM+ v0.20)
    English DOWNLOAD
    French DOWNLOAD
    German DOWNLOAD
    Polish DOWNLOAD
    Portuguese DOWNLOAD
    Spanish DOWNLOAD



    VERSION HISTORY - CHANGELOG


    v0.20:
    + Adds "/net_host/" as a possible directory to browse in the File Manager
    + Revamped 'Game Data Manager' category (trophy related)
    + Adds the 'Game Manager' category
    + Replaced About category with Settings Category
    + The capability for language packs and theme packs to be downloaded and installed from within the XMBM+
    + 6 Languages and 3 Themes are supported on launch. Also the 4.00 HFW version is launch similataniously
    + Update links point to redirect html files for flexiblity

    v0.10:
    + Complete new file and xmb layout, rebuilt from the ground up.
    + New Package Manager Plus
    + New Homebrew downloader integrated into Package Manager Plus.
    + New custom file manager (only for browsing and deleting files).
    + New Multi-Media Manager.
    + Works from HDD and on USB (special version needed).
    + New icons and texts all around
    + New logo
    + New integrated update system for XMBM+ updates
    + Links to some popular websites added to a new category.

    v0.02 to 0.09:
    + Ported to 4.00 HFW
    + Works on all 3.41 CFWs
    + Works on all 3.55 CFWs
    + Works now on retail XMB, and one for REBUG/debug XMB
    + PKG installer

    v0.01:
    + Initial version POC/WIP


    CFW v0.20 "Core Package" Install Instructions

    If you have XMBM+ v0.10 installed:

    1 - Update using the update function
    2 - Install package
    3 - Restart PS3
    4 - Enjoy!

    If you have not installed XMBM+ v0.10:

    PRE - Download the CFW Core Pack
    1 - Copy the "[Step 2] XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.20_Flash_Mod.pkg" and "[Step 1] XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.20_Core.pkg" files to the root of your USB media
    2 - Install "[Step 1] XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.20_Core.pkg" and "[Step 2] XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.20_Flash_Mod.pkg"
    3 - Run the XMB Manager Plus installer (you can delete it afterwards)
    4 - Enjoy!

    If you have not installed XMBM+ v0.10 and are using Cobra CFW or NFW v3(CobraUSB):

    PRE - Download the CFW Core Pack and either the Cobra CFW or NFW v3(CobraUSB) dev_flash swap
    1 - Copy "[Step 1] XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.20_Core.pkg" files to the root of your USB media. As well as Cobra CFW or NFW v3 dev_flash swap
    2 - Install "[Step 1] XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.20_Core.pkg"
    3 - Mount dev_blind or similar
    4 - Copy the contents of the relevant dev_flash swap to dev_blind
    5 - Restart PS3
    6 - Enjoy

    NOTE: Follow the correct order or your "Install Package Files" (or "Package Manager") option will disappear and you'll have to reinstall Firmware

    CFW "Language Pack/Theme Pack" Install Instructions

    To download and Install a Language Pack:

    1 - In the XMBM+ go to ["Settings" -> "Language Settings" -> "Language Packs" ->]
    2 - Choose a language pack and download it to the root of the USB Stick
    3 - Install it, like you would any other homebrew package
    4 - Restart PS3 to see the new language


    To download and Install a Theme Pack:

    1 - In the XMBM+ go to ["Settings" -> "XMBM+ Themes" -> "XMBM+ Theme Packs" ->]
    2 - Choose a theme pack and download it to the root of the USB Stick
    3 - Install it, like you would any other homebrew package
    4 - Restart PS3 to see the new theme

    4.00 HFW v0.20 "Core Package" Install Instructions

    1 - Either download the Update using the update function(if you had v0.10 installed), or straight from the release page
    2 - Extract the contents of the archive to the root of your USB drive you are using to host the XMBM+
    3 - Plugin the USB drive in /dev_usb000/(closest to the disc drive) before you turn the PS3 on
    4 - Turn PS3 on to see the XMBM+ v0.20 on the XMB


    NOTE: due to the constant requirements to call to the USB for resources, removing the
    USB drive after the ps3 has booted will break the XMBM+, but pluging it back in should fix it.


    4.00 HFW "Language Pack/Theme Pack" Install Instructions

    To download and Install a Language Pack:

    1 - In the XMBM+ go to ["Settings" -> "Language Settings" -> "Language Packs" ->
    2 - Choose a language pack and download it to the root of the USB Stick
    3 - Extract the contents of the archive to the root of your USB drive you are using to host the XMBM+, let it overwrite any files it wants
    4 - Plugin the USB drive in /dev_usb000/(closest to the disc drive) before you turn the PS3 on
    5 - Turn PS3 on to see the new language pack

    To download and Install a Theme Pack:


    1 - In the XMBM+ go to ["Settings" -> "XMBM+ Themes" -> "XMBM+ Theme Packs" ->]
    2 - Choose a theme pack and download it to the root of the USB Stick
    3 - Extract the contents of the archive to the root of your USB drive you are using to host the XMBM+, let it overwrite any files it wants
    4 - Plugin the USB drive in /dev_usb000/(closest to the disc drive) before you turn the PS3 on
    5 - Turn PS3 on to see the new theme pack

    Uninstall Instructions

    1 - Download Rebug Package Manager pkg
    2 - Install Rebug Package Manager pkg file
    3 - Run the Rebug Package Manager installer (you can delete it afterwards)
    4 - Delete XMB Manager Plus in the XMB "Game Data" category

    NOTE: Follow the correct order or your "Install Package Files" (or "Package Manager") option will not appear and you'll have to reinstall Firmware

    CFW Update Instructions

    1 - In the XMBM+ go to ["Settings" -> "Update XMB Manager Plus" -> ]
    2 - Install the downloaded package

    Source/Development
    As a team we believe in open collaboration which means sharing everything so everyone can understand if they want to.

    The Development Page, this is where we discuss/plan for the XMBM+. If you have any ideas/suggestions send them there.

    The entire source for this release DOWNLOAD

    All packages in this release were compiled with the XMBM+ Package Compiler Toolkit by PS3hen DOWNLOAD
    With the XMBM+ Package Compiler Toolkit you can create your own XMBM+ themes and language packs.

    Team XMBM+

    andreus(coding, translator), bitsbubba(coding, themes), DeViL303(coding, POC/WIP) ps3Hen (coding, 4.00 port, translator), Aldostools(coding), CloneD(themes, tester, videos), Berion(official logos), XiorgON(tester, translator, coding), wawryn(translator)
    Direct Download (All Files)

    Source: ps3hen@PS3Crunch
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    Comments 18 Comments
    1. BahumatLord's Avatar
      BahumatLord -
      You guys have been busy. Only thing that would make it perfect would be a copy function in the file manager. There's some files that I can't access in any other file manager that I'd love to get my hands on. bitsbubba knows the ones I mean
    1. tthousand's Avatar
      tthousand -
      I was just thinking that, a copy function would be great for this.
    1. BahumatLord's Avatar
      BahumatLord -
      I don't know if it could be done without loading an external app tho. There's some TB related files that only show up in XMBM file manager (at least with my TB version). Even if you didn't use it for that it would be cool to have a fully functional file manager built into the XMB. All in all this is a really cool addition anyway. Maybe next version
    1. Staylecrate's Avatar
      Staylecrate -
      This looks like a promising program. going to test a few things. i hoping an app for hard drive disk space issues will come out soon.
    1. bitsbubba's Avatar
      bitsbubba -
      seems there's a issue with French translation, so please stick with English until we fix French
    1. barelynotlegal's Avatar
      barelynotlegal -
      w0w. nice work guys.
      beets having to go to MM every time. gets frustrating after a bit.
      shoot, after further inspection, no TB support ey?
    1. BahumatLord's Avatar
      BahumatLord -
      it does support TB. I was talking about pulling some files from the TB discs so they could be patched since the discs aren't officially up for sale anymore
    1. bitsbubba's Avatar
      bitsbubba -
      Quote Originally Posted by barelynotlegal View Post
      w0w. nice work guys.
      beets having to go to MM every time. gets frustrating after a bit.
      shoot, after further inspection, no TB support ey?
      use the KMEAW/CFW/MFW installation
    1. monkeyg2's Avatar
      monkeyg2 -
      How would one go about connecting to a net_host with this?
    1. laz305's Avatar
      laz305 -
      ok so if done correctly we can install this try it out and if we don't like it then remove it and go back to the way we were previously?
    1. tictac2's Avatar
      tictac2 -
      does not work with PSJailbreak
    1. bitsbubba's Avatar
      bitsbubba -
      Quote Originally Posted by tictac2 View Post
      does not work with PSJailbreak
      haven't been on dongle in quite some time (or 3.41 for that matter) but it should if installed correctly (with correct version)
    1. BahumatLord's Avatar
      BahumatLord -
      Quote Originally Posted by bitsbubba View Post
      haven't been on dongle in quite some time (or 3.41 for that matter) but it should if installed correctly (with correct version)
      I think he's a spammer. He's posting about PSJailbreak on every thread.

      I just tried to do the web-update from inside of XMBM. After install the icons went black and white. It says up top I'm supposed to be able to download themes directly from XMBM. I'm sure I'm just not seeing it. Could you help me out?
    1. bitsbubba's Avatar
      bitsbubba -
      Quote Originally Posted by BahumatLord View Post
      I just tried to do the web-update from inside of XMBM. After install the icons went black and white. It says up top I'm supposed to be able to download themes directly from XMBM. I'm sure I'm just not seeing it. Could you help me out?
      XMB Manager Plus > Settings > XMBM+ Themes /Download /Install
    1. BahumatLord's Avatar
      BahumatLord -
      Quote Originally Posted by bitsbubba View Post
      XMB Manager Plus > Settings > XMBM+ Themes /Download /Install
      That menu wasn't there. It looks like it didn't actually do the update when I did the web update. I downloaded and installed like a normal new installation and it's working fine
    1. bitsbubba's Avatar
      bitsbubba -
      Quote Originally Posted by BahumatLord View Post
      That menu wasn't there. It looks like it didn't actually do the update when I did the web update. I downloaded and installed like a normal new installation and it's working fine
      try resetting XMB, BD Redirectional Reset works good or lastGAME, any homebrew realy (just start then exit)

      Edit: if it still don't show up download English language pack and install (then reset XMB)
    1. BahumatLord's Avatar
      BahumatLord -
      Quote Originally Posted by bitsbubba View Post
      try resetting XMB, BD Redirectional Reset works good or lastGAME, any homebrew realy (just start then exit)

      Edit: if it still don't show up download English language pack and install (then reset XMB)
      It's working now. It might have been related to this problem http://psx-scene.com/forums/f265/pos...ongles-102519/ (Possible malware in TB dongles) . I tried to do the web update immediately after getting my PS3 back up and running. It looks like TB was messing around with my flash area
    1. jcvmw's Avatar
      jcvmw -
      will this work on ps3 slim 4.21?