How to Hook Up a Sony DualShock Controller

The DualShock is the main controller for the PlayStation line of video game consoles. There are three versions, one for each console. The original DualShock and the DualShock 2 plug into the controller ports on the front of the PlayStation and PlayStation 2. The DualShock 3 is also known as the "Sixaxis." It is wireless and uses Bluetooth, so it requires a short pairing process to connect it to the console.

Instructions

1. • 1

     Turn on the PlayStation 3.

   • 2

     Plug the USB data cable into the charging port on the DualShock 3 controller.

   • 3

     Insert the other end of the cable into the USB port on the PS3.

   • 4

     Press the "PS" button on the front of the controller.