File Extension Library


.PUP File Extension

  • Developer by: Sony
  • Category: Compressed Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .PUP files and how to open them?

Can't open .PUP file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .PUP file.

What is a .PUP file extension?

.PUP file extension is created by Sony. .PUP has been classified as Compressed Files. The format of .PUP file is Binary.

.PUP is PlayStation 3 Update File

A PUP file is a file or patch used to update the PlayStation 3 (PS3) system software. It may include security patches, bug fixes, and extra operating system features. PUP files are typically named PS3UPDAT.PUP.

To update the PS3, go to the Settings menu and select "System Update." You may download the update file from the Internet or from connected storage media, such as a hard disk or Memory Stick. When the PUP file transferred to the PS3, it should be saved in the /PS3/UPDATE folder.

To extract the contents of a PUP file in Windows, use the PS3 PUP Extractor program.

List of all softwares that can open the PlayStation 3 Update File
Windows
PS3 PUP Extractor
File Type 2 Puppy Linux DotPup Installer Package
Developer by: Puppy Linux Category: Compressed Files Format: Binary

Installation package used by Puppy Linux, a variant of the Linux operating system designed for ease of use; referred to as a "DotPup" file; runs an installer when opened; similar to an .EXE or .MSI file used by Windows software installers.

The PUP format has largely been replaced by the .PET format with newer versions of Puppy Linux.

List of all softwares that can open the Puppy Linux DotPup Installer Package
Linux
Puppy Linux

How to fix problems with .PUP files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .PUP files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .PUP file format
  2. You need to check the .PUP file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)