How to Use External Hard Drive on PS3

NickelingAlan·2 years ago

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HatchellingCalm·2 years ago

First, make sure the drive is formatted to FAT32. Then simply plug it into one of the USB ports, and you're good to go!

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BurstingHong·2 years ago

Yeah, just format it to FAT32, connect it to the USB port, and the PS3 should recognize it right away.

BivouacingFirm·2 years ago

Make sure your external hard drive is in FAT32 format. Plug it in via USB, and the PS3 will detect it automatically. Done and dusted!

CorrectingGait·2 years ago

Honestly, good luck if you're trying NTFS, buddy. PS3 wants FAT32, end of story!

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