Does any HDD work with PS3?

Does any HDD work with PS3?

The PlayStation 3 is designed to run with 9.5mm high, 2.5-inch SATA hard drives – the exact same models found in most modern laptop computers. As SATA is effectively an open standard, you can pair your PS3 with any device that uses the interface.

What is the max HDD size for PS3?

As for capacity, it seems that the max capacity supported by PS3 is 1TB. What hard drives are compatible with PS3? As long as the hard drive has a SATA interface and its thickness is not more than 9.5mm, insert this drive into PS3 and it will be formatted to be compatible with your PS3 console.

Can I put laptop HDD in PS3?

IF you mean an external drive or somehow hooking your PS3 to your PC no, you can’t install games on an external drive like that. You can however use a laptop 2.5″ HDD and replace the physical HDD inside the PS3 (you can backup and restore your current saves to keep all your stuff too).

Can you put Windows on PS3?

PS3 can’t run Microsoft Windows or Apple’s OS X but it can run Linux operating systems.

Can I store PS3 games on an external hard drive?

You can’t install games on external USB drives. Games will only run off of the internal hard drive. You can replace the internal hard drive. It will take any standard SATA 2.5″ (laptop-sized) drive.

Can I replace my PS3 HDD with SSD?

To load games fast on your PS3, you can replace PS3 hard drive (HDD) with SSD without the need to reinstall games.

Where can I buy a 250GB hard drive for PS3?

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What kind of hard drive does the PlayStation 3 come with?

Major Branded Hard Drive (Seagate, Toshiba, Hitachi, Fujitsu, WD) – with 1 Year Warranty With Bipra Limited Comes with PlayStation 3 Slim Hard Drive Mounting Bracket Separately ready to install the hard drive

Can I use my old PS3 hard drive on my PS3?

This hard drive kit is suitable for use with all PS3 Slimline Consoles, Older PS3’s Can use the hard drive, but not the bracket. It will enable you to upgrade your PS3 up to Desired HDD Capacity and also includes the mounting bracket and fixing screws.

How do I upgrade the hard drive on my PS3?

This hard drive kit is suitable for use with all PS3 Slimline Consoles, Older PS3’s Can use the hard drive, but not the bracket. It will enable you to upgrade your PS3 up to Desired HDD Capacity and also includes the mounting bracket and fixing screws. The hard drive simply screws into the Mounting Bracket and you then install it in your PS3.