How to Connect and Use an External USB Drive on Your PS5

Learn how to connect and format an external USB device on your PS5 for extended storage in simple steps.

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To connect an external USB to your PS5, follow these steps: 1. Connect the USB storage device to any USB port on the PS5. 2. Go to Settings > Storage > Extended Storage, and then select the USB device. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to format the device as extended storage. Make sure to back up any data, as formatting will erase all content on the USB device.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use any USB drive as extended storage on PS5? Yes, you can use most USB drives formatted correctly, but ensure the device meets PS5’s minimum speed and capacity requirements to function properly as extended storage.
  2. Will formatting the USB drive erase existing data? Yes, formatting the USB device through the PS5 will erase all existing data, so make sure to back up any important files beforehand.
  3. Can I store PS5 games on an external USB drive? No, PS5 games cannot be played directly from USB extended storage; however, PS4 games can be stored and played from an external USB device.

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