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How to Get a DSi to Play MP3s

In addition to playing video games, you can use your Nintendo DSi to listen to your favorite songs on the go. The handheld gaming system, however, is not compatible with MP3 files. To transfer and listen to your MP3 collection on your DSi, convert your MP3 files to AAC format. The conversion process is hassle-free and can be completed by using a free third-party audio conversion program. After converting your MP3s to AAC format, insert your microSD card in your computer and use the drag-and-drop method to transfer the tracks to your DSi.

Instructions

Using iTunes
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  Download and install the most recent version of iTunes.
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  Open iTunes.
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  Click the "File" tab and select "Add File to Library" or the "Add Folder to Library" option. The "Add to Library" window will open. Navigate through your folders and select the albums or songs you want to import to iTunes. Each track will be imported to your iTunes music library automatically.
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  Select each MP3 file you imported to iTunes.
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  Right-click the highlighted files and select "Create AAC Version." ITunes will convert the MP3 files to AAC files and save them to the iTunes folder on your PC.
Using MP3 to AAC Converter
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  Download and install MP3 to AAC Converter.
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  Open MP3 to AAC Converter.
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  Click the "Add" button and import the MP3 files you want to convert to AAC format.
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  Click the "Output Directory" button and choose a destination folder for your converted music files.
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  Click the "Convert" button.
Using DVDVideoSoft Free Audio Converter
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  Download and install DVDVideoSoft's Free Audio Converter.
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  Open Free Audio Converter.
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  Click the "Add Files" button and select each MP3 file you want to convert.
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  Select "AAC" from the "Formats" drop-down menu.
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  Click the "..." button to the right of the "Save to" field and select a destination folder for the converted music files.
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  Click the "Convert" button.

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