System update error 8002f1f9 won't finish installing it updated just wont install. Can't do anything with it. Tried recovery menu and cant get it it just starts installing again. Please help

Have you tried to install the update via USB thumb drive? I recommend installing the update from the "safe mode" menu. I will post a link to get you started. Good luck! ^^
How to Update PS3 with USB Safe Mode

Officially Microsoft says that 32bit drivers are not supported on a 64bit system. Check hardware manufacture for updated drivers. Good luck.

From my knowledge on ERROR 8002F1F9, you need to try the system recovery menu and if that doesn't work you need to contact Playstation customer support: 800-345-7669.

SAFE MODE:

1. Place you finger on the on/off sensor leave it their until you console turns off then take you finger off the sensor.

2. Place your finger back on the on/off sensor leave it their until you hear 2 consecutive beeps then take your finger off.

3. Once the safe mode screen comes on select the option PS3 SYSTEM RESTORE.

NOTE: A PS3 system restore will delete all data except the OS. I recommend backing up your console onto a USB flash drive if possible.

My friend had that error code 8002F1F9 before and he sent his PS3 to www.videogame911.com. I have also sent all my systems there and they are returned in better then new condition. Good Luck!!

i have this problem try doing this----- dowload the update on your USB flash drive from your computer and then plug in your USB flash drive into the ps3 the and it will automatically be installed onto uour ps3 SIMPLE!!!

You will need an extra 2.5" HDD. use a laptop HDD.
So we all know with this error, it won't allow you to enter in the recovery menu because it would try to re-install the bad 2.8 update firmware again and again once it turned on.
1. So what I did was I swapped the laptop HDD into the PS3, it won't be able to read the HDD but it will allow you to enter the recovery menu now.
(for those who do not know how to get into the recovery menu, here is the instruction http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?message
.uid=39144801)
2. Once I'm in the recovery menu, I took out the laptop HDD and put back in the PS3 HDD.
3. I also downloaded the 3.01 firmware from the PS website and uploaded into my USB drive and put that in the PS3 slot.
4. At this point, you want to select "system update" and update to the 3.01 version.

For some reason, the first time doing this the system froze at 67% with a new error (but i didn't write down the code). So I had repeat step 1 and 2, but this time when I put back in the PS3 HDD I chose "restore file system" without having to do the system update again. Then it gave me another error at around 65% that said the disk is corrupted and tell me to press OK to format the disk. After it formatted, it automatically install the 3.01 version and the system is fixed.

I had the same problem... Just fixed it today..
Just before I had the update loop problem, my bluetooth on the PS3 went. I could only use the controller whilst connected to the USB port.
I replaced the bluetooth/wifi board

1. reset ps3 to defaults using recovery menu. 2. begin installation using the same fw version. (hard disk must be formatted externally if u get error 8001002b)
3. when it hangs @ 73% or whatever. Shut down and remove the drive
4. begin the installation of the system inserting the drive into another ps3
5. after it reboots, press (PS), at the disclaimer shut down, remove the drive and put into the broken ps3
6. boot normally...it ask to format the drive...

If you have windows xp, here is what you can do>>
This is called a "system recovery" (destructive)
I do not have the disk either. My windows XP, was already loaded on my computer, when I bought it. These instructions, will clean everything off of your hard drive, so you must back up anything that you want to save. I have done this three times, and I got these instructions, from a computer tech. When starting your computer, tap the F-10 key. click on next-yes-and follow the instructions, that come up on your screen. When you are finished, your computer, will look just like it did, when you first bought it. Do these steps, in order, when finished.
1. set up windows firewall
2. windows update (click express)
3. install your anti-virus program (update)
4. install anti-spyware (update)
5. Install service pack 2...Good Luck..
All your drivers etc. will reload on your computer, without a disk. All this information is stored on a hidden partition .. Good Luck

On mine it gets to 64% and then says there is an error (8002F1F9) and when i turn it off & on again it goes straight back to the update and keeps failing at 64%.