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How to Use a Dualshock 3 Controller With a PC

The Dualshock 3 is an upgraded version of the Sixaxis, the original controller for the Playstation 3. It includes all of the features of Sixaxis, but also includes vibration support. The Dualshock 3 is wireless, but comes with a detachable USB plug, which you must use to connect to your PC. Using a Dualshock 3 on the PC is similar to using any other third party USB controller on your computer. The only thing required is drivers, which can be downloaded.

Instructions

- 1
  Download the ds3drv_1.02 driver to your desktop. This can be found in the Resources section.
- 2
  Connect your Dualshock 3 controller to your PC with its accompanying USB cable.
- 3
  Click the "Start" button in the taskbar and select "Control Panel." Click "System" and select the "Hardware" tab. Click "Device Manager."
- 4
  Click the + symbol near "Universal Series Bus controllers." Select the Dualshock 3 controller.
- 5
  Click "Update Driver". Select the driver you downloaded in first step. It should be on your desktop.
- 6
  Click "OK." Your Dualshock 3 will now work with any applications that support USB controllers.

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