Here are some simple steps that you can follow when you want to connect your PS3 to your ps3 external hard drive; Start connecting the device end of the WD hard drive cable to the back of the hard drive. Next, connect the other end of the cable to an available USB port on your computer. Connect the power cable to your hard drive, and insert the other end of the cable into a wall outlet. The next step is to click the “Start” button on your computer, and afterwards click the “Computer” option to proceed to the next step.
Then right-click on the hard drive icon, and select the “Format” option. The next step after this is to click the drop-down menu under “File System” and select the “exFAT” option. Click the “OK” button to format the drive. Copy your files to your hard drive. Click the “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” button in the lower right corner of the screen, and then select your hard drive. When you are done with this then you can now turn on your PS3 and begin transferring files to your new ps3 external hard drive.