How to Install an External Hard Drive on PS5

avatarDisbowelingFeel7 months ago
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avatarAffordingAggie7 months ago

Plug that bad boy into one of the USB ports on your PS5, format it as extended storage, and you're good to go!

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avatarSigningSpine7 months ago

Just plug it in and follow the on-screen prompts to format. It's really that simple!


avatarPressingDesk7 months ago

First, connect your external hard drive to a USB port on your PS5. Then, head to Settings > Storage > Extended Storage, and format the drive.


avatarRuingMite7 months ago

I recently installed an external hard drive on my PS5. I plugged it into the USB port, went to Settings > Storage > Extended Storage, and formatted it. Now I have loads of extra space for games!

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