Level 2
So yeah, I didn't know you need DOUBLE the size of a psn game available to download & install it. I got the new slim 12gb and it has 9GB free, so I though I could download it....but I can't.
I don't want to buy a new HDD just to download this game. I spent €34 on this game and I can't even play it now, just because the download systeem needs twice the size.
Is there any workaround I can use? 
I have a spare 8gb usb, but that's it....
Level 6
1st of all u will need 1 of these as the 12gb will not come with 1. and for how to put hdd in - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gd05jdtkIM
It wont work like that hardrives are paired to the system. Inserting a drive from another system will force a format. The only way is upgrading your 12GB model.
The two links below would give you a 1TB PS3 that will still work out cheaper than a 500GB model. You could still go for a smaller HDD to make it even cheaper.
To be honest the 12GB model is pointless unless you plan on upgrading it yourself or play the latest Call of Duty 24/7.
Your best solution, as suggested, is to get an HDD. Unless you play only one game at a time, any mandatory installs will end up filling the console. You will be in an endless cycle of delete, install, play. A smallish HDD and caddy will only be around £30-40 at the most, or pay a little extra for a larger HDD and save any potential upgrading in the future.
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