How to Use External Storage on PS5: Your Complete Guide

Learn how to connect and use external storage on your PS5 for seamless gaming.

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Yes, you can use external storage on your PS5. To do this, you need a USB extended storage device with a minimum of 250 GB and a maximum of 8 TB. The PS5 supports USB 3.0 standard or later. Simply connect the storage device to your PS5, go to Settings, navigate to Storage, and then select USB Extended Storage to format and use it for your games and applications.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What types of external storage can I use with PS5? You can use USB extended storage devices that support USB 3.0, with capacities ranging from 250 GB to 8 TB.
  2. How do I format external storage for my PS5? Connect the external storage to your PS5, then go to Settings > Storage, and select USB Extended Storage to format it for your games.
  3. Can I play games directly from external storage on PS5? Yes, once formatted, you can download and play games directly from the external storage device on your PS5.
  4. Is there a limit to the number of external drives I can use with PS5? You can connect multiple external drives, but you will need to manage them and ensure each is formatted for use with your PS5.

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