My dad just dug up his old PSP and gave it to me, and this video really came in handy for me when it came to figuring out how to get more storage for it, thank you very much!
If you want to format the micro sd card on windows 10 but don't have the fat32 option, you can use the raspberry pi imager program to format to fat32. Select erase then select drive then press write and it will format the drive to fat32. I just used it to format a 128gb micro sd card.
A little advice: First of all, whatever formatting tool you use, keep cluster size in mind. 32k is ideal for 32GB-64GB volumes, and 64k is recommended for 128GB on up. Second, he wasn't kidding about slowdown if you put too many things in your game folder. The PSP's OS attempts to load details of everything in there at once. It's not what I'd call good programming on their part, so get a folder sorting plugin for your custom firmware solution. If you do that, you can keep things more manageable and store as much as you like, so long as it's sorted in folders.
@@Way2go926 Use big storage if you can! Just be sure it's formatted correctly for the size with the cluster size I mentioned. It's a little tricky once you go above 32GB is all.
That's definitely the way to go if someone wants to softmod their PSP! But you make a valid point: those adapters are really cheaply made (I'm now on my 3rd one) so yes manipulate with care! Can't wait to see your Steam Deck content as I like learning about new tech and who knows, maybe it could make me buy one lol! Great video and keep up the good work!
I bought back in 2005 a 1GB for $89. Today, using multiple accounts, I was able to get multiple 32GB for free in Micro Center. I simply bought a $7 dual adaptor for the psp and was able to put 2x32GB micro in it bringing it up to 64GB. I immediately downloaded all demos and full games that I owned and those still didn't make up 10% of the storage.
I feel like that was the last great videogame physical format. It was weird, distinctly Sony, had high quality cases that usually came with color instruction manuals just, one of my favorite systems to collect for even today :)
Yeah I THINK it might cap out at 256 or 512 but I never went for a super large capacity because it's so slow to load the listing of games in my experience. I DID get a 1TB for the Steam Deck recently, however.
Thank you for posting the Amazon links. My 32GB Memory Stick got some parts of the plastic broken and the PSP sometimes does not recognized it. I spend like an hour browsing through both Amazon and Ebay, which are inundated by pure Chinese imitation crap.
I bought this and foramtted the micro sd and everything then i popped it into my psp there is orange light above the memory stick led but it says no memory stick inserted what should i do?
@@YourPlayer2 USB mode needs an sd card unfortunately. I used more cards and formatted in every type. It just blinks orange and says no memory card inserted.
Hey, Did you figure out a fix for this? I just bought a micro SD and have the exact same problem:( Edit: Update, I fixed it by updating the firmware to 6.61. I had version 3.something on there from 2007 😅
@@DarioDarrowreddit user: "You do not need cfw to use an ms pro duo adapter. I don't know why other user repeatedly tells people this.. The only issue is that >32gb cards require 6.60/6.61 official firmware and for the micro sd to be reformatted on your computer first to FAT32 file format."
2:26 wait isn't this ys seven? one of the best series I played so far but I rarely see someone who have played it edit: 3:00 I see the entire series here😂 ys the one that got me in the series
LoL good eye! I had a few of them loaded up and so far I've only spent a GOOD amount of time with Lacrimosa of Dana but hoping to dive in more fully someday. If for no other reason than the music ALONE is incredible in these games :)
Odd? If regular memory sticks work but not the adapters, it might be that you're on a firmware version that's less forgiving or something. Hard to say since these aren't exactly endorsed by Sony :p
@@YourPlayer2 Can you help please? I'm on the mac. I followed your steps but when I'm trying to format, it's telling there is no memory stick inserted. It's an SDXC card.
Nice video, i was try to use a SanDisk SD card 256GB on (Pro Duo Adapter) and is not working, some friends told me that the most big SD i can use on Pro Duo Adapter is 64GB or else is not working is it true any tip?
@@Evans.32 Did you use the adapter YourPlayer2 used with a 128GB sd card? Trying to figure out how to get storage for my psp 3000 and how to format it on windows 10
hey man I'm about to order the sd card the 64gb the one you have in your link, I was wondering it says two options previous generation and new generation which one should I order???
I got a Samsung 232gb micro sd card and went ahead and formated it on windows with the fat32 and it’s good to go, but when I inserted into the duo sd card into the psp it ends up saying “There is no Memory Stick inserted” Any tips?? Thanks
Not to my knowledge- I'm about 99% sure you don't need CFW already because every time my PSP has powered down and I need to re-run the patch to put back the CFW it's still able to read files from it :)
@@YourPlayer2 hi, after ive updated the firmware to 6.51 via umd game now my memory stick is recognized. But somehow the psp gives me sn error message when i copied a psx game on it. Ive put the eboot into the games folder inside a dedicated under folder. But some copyright protection info is invalid message apears if i try to start the game. You know why?
Hmmm, could be that fw 6.51 from the UMD added protections? You might try soft-modding again with one meant for 6.51 using an alternate card and then try the adapter again with data on it to see if it can be read.
It sounds you like might be in USB mode- after it's formatted you should be able to re-format within the PSP settings to make it compatible with the device :)
Hmm I thought the SD card limit for the PSP was set to 32GB? I even tried 2x32GB Micro SD cards in the past and was unsuccessful. Could you get me up to speed on how to get this set up? Do you need a CFW/use a ONE slot adapter? I have a 400GB or 512GB ICR, micro sd card lying around wonder if that will work lol Thanks in advance.
I think it might be 128? Might also depend on firmware but looking around reddit I did find this if it's helpful :) www.reddit.com/r/PSP/comments/92p85d/whats_the_maximum_memory_capacity_for_a_psp/
It's possible that it's faulty- Sometimes those adapters can bomb out. They're not crazy expensive or anything thankfully, but they're not exactly being manufactured by Sandisk ya know?
@@YourPlayer2 Awesome! I bought one myself for a PSP 3000 and have been using it for a few days. The only drawback is the slight delay as the PSP reads the 128GB card when I turn it on or switch games. Other than that it works great. I also made sure I got a name brand SD card. I've had too many dodgy SD cards in the past that junk out after 10 gigs.
Oh, the way Windows treats FAT32 these days is actually hilarious. It really wants you to use its proprietary NTFS, so will not suggest FAT for any devices with capacities beyond 32 gigs.
Hello, I recently bought a psp and stumbled across this video. I have a few problems lmao. Firstly, I don't have enough storage for my psp and the iso files I have downloaded and was wondering if anyone had good suggestions for the storage card I should buy? Secondly, I don't have a way to connect a micro sd to my pc and was hoping there was a card with a good amount of storage that is already formatted to fat32? I have an adapter already, it is a SanDisk adapter however it is not a pro duel, anyone know if it would still work?
what is the max supported memory stick size on the psp 1000? could it support dual 256gb micro sd cards for 512gb? appreciate the loading time precautions
My dad just dug up his old PSP and gave it to me, and this video really came in handy for me when it came to figuring out how to get more storage for it, thank you very much!
Oh that's awesome and you're most welcome, dude!
If you want to format the micro sd card on windows 10 but don't have the fat32 option, you can use the raspberry pi imager program to format to fat32. Select erase then select drive then press write and it will format the drive to fat32. I just used it to format a 128gb micro sd card.
Thanks for the tip, Diego!
PSP 3000 piano Black doesn't recognize 128 gb SanDisk microSD.
Me too
A little advice: First of all, whatever formatting tool you use, keep cluster size in mind. 32k is ideal for 32GB-64GB volumes, and 64k is recommended for 128GB on up.
Second, he wasn't kidding about slowdown if you put too many things in your game folder. The PSP's OS attempts to load details of everything in there at once. It's not what I'd call good programming on their part, so get a folder sorting plugin for your custom firmware solution. If you do that, you can keep things more manageable and store as much as you like, so long as it's sorted in folders.
Appreciate the heads-up! I hadn't considered the cluster size :)
Does 512gb work , sdhc says it's max for 64gb but I see people using 128gb
@@YiZed-wo4cu Let us know how it works out for you.
so its recommended to use smaller st
orage like 32GB but u can buy like 2 of them and just swap bet cards right?
@@Way2go926 Use big storage if you can! Just be sure it's formatted correctly for the size with the cluster size I mentioned. It's a little tricky once you go above 32GB is all.
That's definitely the way to go if someone wants to softmod their PSP! But you make a valid point: those adapters are really cheaply made (I'm now on my 3rd one) so yes manipulate with care! Can't wait to see your Steam Deck content as I like learning about new tech and who knows, maybe it could make me buy one lol! Great video and keep up the good work!
Right? Like they're great but I feel like just looking at one the wrong way would shatter it :p Steam Deck content starts today! Thanks man :)
Sony's memory sticks were used in their digital cameras around the same time as is the release of the PSP
Indeed they were!
I bought back in 2005 a 1GB for $89. Today, using multiple accounts, I was able to get multiple 32GB for free in Micro Center. I simply bought a $7 dual adaptor for the psp and was able to put 2x32GB micro in it bringing it up to 64GB. I immediately downloaded all demos and full games that I owned and those still didn't make up 10% of the storage.
LoL funny how storage prices change over time
I like the physical aspect of UMDs which is cool. I backup all the UMDs that I had. Just my favorite games I still like to play physically.
I feel like that was the last great videogame physical format. It was weird, distinctly Sony, had high quality cases that usually came with color instruction manuals just, one of my favorite systems to collect for even today :)
Great info Josh!
Thanks a bunch dude!
I have bught 1tb micro stick. I Get faild to format the micro stick on psp. 80220087. I have tryed to format it on pc to fat32 but it does not work
Yeah I THINK it might cap out at 256 or 512 but I never went for a super large capacity because it's so slow to load the listing of games in my experience. I DID get a 1TB for the Steam Deck recently, however.
Thank you for posting the Amazon links. My 32GB Memory Stick got some parts of the plastic broken and the PSP sometimes does not recognized it. I spend like an hour browsing through both Amazon and Ebay, which are inundated by pure Chinese imitation crap.
You’re most welcome!
I bought this and foramtted the micro sd and everything then i popped it into my psp there is orange light above the memory stick led but it says no memory stick inserted what should i do?
Hmm, you could try to enable USB mode on your PSP and see if it shows up on the computer to navigate? Try to format it once more?
@@YourPlayer2 USB mode needs an sd card unfortunately. I used more cards and formatted in every type. It just blinks orange and says no memory card inserted.
Hey, Did you figure out a fix for this? I just bought a micro SD and have the exact same problem:(
Edit: Update, I fixed it by updating the firmware to 6.61. I had version 3.something on there from 2007 😅
@@DarioDarrowreddit user:
"You do not need cfw to use an ms pro duo adapter. I don't know why other user repeatedly tells people this..
The only issue is that >32gb cards require 6.60/6.61 official firmware and for the micro sd to be reformatted on your computer first to FAT32 file format."
I always had problems with those adapters, I’m so tired of them.
I tried to find good quality ones but nothing came through
Gah, sorry to hear that
2:26
wait isn't this ys seven?
one of the best series I played so far but I rarely see someone who have played it
edit: 3:00 I see the entire series here😂 ys the one that got me in the series
LoL good eye! I had a few of them loaded up and so far I've only spent a GOOD amount of time with Lacrimosa of Dana but hoping to dive in more fully someday. If for no other reason than the music ALONE is incredible in these games :)
@@YourPlayer2 i hope you like it
ys8 is a masterpiece imo
tried 5 of these adapters, all of them get the flashing orange light. doesnt read the micro sd card.
Odd? If regular memory sticks work but not the adapters, it might be that you're on a firmware version that's less forgiving or something. Hard to say since these aren't exactly endorsed by Sony :p
Does this work with the 2001 model?? 🤔
It would have been nice if you listed which PSP model numbers that adapter works with.
As far as I know and Sorry about that- I made this a while ago and didn't occur to me at the time!
Can I use 256 GB memory card in the PSP 3000? I recently got into PSP. Thanks.
I believe so, but you might see some slowdown if you load it with TOO many games as you scroll through them in the interface
@@YourPlayer2 Thanks for the reply. At least, it works. I have ordered a Samsung Evo 256 GB memory card. Let’s see how it works.
@@YourPlayer2 Can you help please? I'm on the mac. I followed your steps but when I'm trying to format, it's telling there is no memory stick inserted. It's an SDXC card.
Hello, can this adapter work with the psp go too?
Nah for the Go you’d need a different adapter I believe since it used a different memory card format
Nice video, i was try to use a SanDisk SD card 256GB on (Pro Duo Adapter) and is not working, some friends told me that the most big SD i can use on Pro Duo Adapter is 64GB or else is not working is it true any tip?
I think someone else mentioned they maxed at 64GB so there's a good chance!
@@YourPlayer2 Some guys on another video told me that the most big SD card you can use on PSP with
(Pro Duo Adapter) is 128GB and is working good.
@@Evans.32 Did you use the adapter YourPlayer2 used with a 128GB sd card? Trying to figure out how to get storage for my psp 3000 and how to format it on windows 10
@Your Player 2 just letting you that the single sd card adaptor the psp sadly can only hold up 128Gb for the sd card only for now.
Thanks for the heads-up!
@@YourPlayer2 you welcome and i wish there where more kinds of adapters that hold more then 128gb for the psp.
Great video! Very helpful. Just bought a 3000 in the year of 2024 haha.
Just got 2000 and man it took me ages to understand how to download games and putting them inside psp and learning how to put music and videos in psp
Glad to hear it, Phantom! And hey, better late than never, right? :p
It can be cryptic!
If I were to put the brand new micro sd card in the adapter in my psp 3004 would it work?
As far as I know!
128gb microSD SanDisk doesn't work.
Good to know!
hey. is formatting micro sd (on pc) before putting the card in the psp necessary? you format it in psp anyway and i dont have a micro sd reader.
Initially I believe it'll have to be FAT32 at least from your PC
I just ordered this combo do i have to use computer before put in to my psp? Or it will not wor if itwill not be formatted?
Yup, I think initially it needs to be fat-formatted but once you get it into your PSP you should be able to format like a normal card.
hey man I'm about to order the sd card the 64gb the one you have in your link, I was wondering it says two options previous generation and new generation which one should I order???
Not sure! Been a while since I made this video but if it were me I'd probably go for the newer one.
I got a Samsung 232gb micro sd card and went ahead and formated it on windows with the fat32 and it’s good to go, but when I inserted into the duo sd card into the psp it ends up saying “There is no Memory Stick inserted”
Any tips?? Thanks
I'm not sure off the top of my head, but it MIGHT be that it maxes at 64 or 128?
Does it work on the 2004 version?
As far as I know!
hi, do i need to cfw my psp to make the adapter work? Or it just works with the regular firmware without flaasinh the firmware?
Not to my knowledge- I'm about 99% sure you don't need CFW already because every time my PSP has powered down and I need to re-run the patch to put back the CFW it's still able to read files from it :)
@@YourPlayer2 hi, after ive updated the firmware to 6.51 via umd game now my memory stick is recognized.
But somehow the psp gives me sn error message when i copied a psx game on it. Ive put the eboot into the games folder inside a dedicated under folder. But some copyright protection info is invalid message apears if i try to start the game. You know why?
Hmmm, could be that fw 6.51 from the UMD added protections? You might try soft-modding again with one meant for 6.51 using an alternate card and then try the adapter again with data on it to see if it can be read.
@@YourPlayer2 hi, did a custom firmware and now the adapter works fine.
@@YourPlayer2 hi, ive needed to update my firmware to 6.31
I formatted it to fat 32 but when i hook it up through usb it it shows as a "D drive" that i cant interact with
It sounds you like might be in USB mode- after it's formatted you should be able to re-format within the PSP settings to make it compatible with the device :)
@@YourPlayer2 thanks a lot that was the problem
@@FrozenTheGodYT You’re most welcome and glad you got it sorted dude!
Hmm I thought the SD card limit for the PSP was set to 32GB? I even tried 2x32GB Micro SD cards in the past and was unsuccessful. Could you get me up to speed on how to get this set up? Do you need a CFW/use a ONE slot adapter? I have a 400GB or 512GB ICR, micro sd card lying around wonder if that will work lol Thanks in advance.
I think it might be 128? Might also depend on firmware but looking around reddit I did find this if it's helpful :) www.reddit.com/r/PSP/comments/92p85d/whats_the_maximum_memory_capacity_for_a_psp/
Thanks for the recommendation, I've been trying to find an memory card adapter for my old psp. ☺
You're most welcome, Miguel!
Anyone happen to know why my psp (1001) is not reading my memory stick PRO Duo micro SD adapter?
I formatted the card to exfat already
It's possible that it's faulty- Sometimes those adapters can bomb out. They're not crazy expensive or anything thankfully, but they're not exactly being manufactured by Sandisk ya know?
@@YourPlayer2 thanks for the feedback!
@wthec0585 you’re most welcome! Take care dude :)
You've had one for a while now so how is the PSP Micro SD Card Adapter holding up?
Still works!
@@YourPlayer2 Awesome! I bought one myself for a PSP 3000 and have been using it for a few days. The only drawback is the slight delay as the PSP reads the 128GB card when I turn it on or switch games. Other than that it works great. I also made sure I got a name brand SD card. I've had too many dodgy SD cards in the past that junk out after 10 gigs.
How would someone go about doing this on a Chromebook? I do not have a Mac or Windows device.
Sadly I don't have a Chromebook so I can't speak to it :\
Does the formatting process work on phones?
Not to my knowledge
heyy sir.. some talk that i jave sony memory stick pro duo so now ques is how to connect tp pc
I think you'd have to connect your PSP to your PC and then put it into USB mode in the PSP's settings so it shows up as a drive on your computer :)
Can it be any SIM card in the sd card?
SD card should work!
Does it only support sdhc cards, or can I put sdXC in the adapter?
As far as I know sdxc will work! Might have to do some research though just to be safe.
what is the best type of sd card for the PSP?
I would stick with reputable brands like SanDisk personally
Is there a way to run a ps4 controller on a psp?
Not to my knowledge
Do disks still work like normal? With a firmatted sd card
They should! As long as it's in USB mode.
@@YourPlayer2 ok thanks
Oh, the way Windows treats FAT32 these days is actually hilarious. It really wants you to use its proprietary NTFS, so will not suggest FAT for any devices with capacities beyond 32 gigs.
Ahh ok- I think I remember that now but haven't had to format anything on a Windows machine in a while.
Does this micro sd card work on psp vita?
Nope!
Hello, I recently bought a psp and stumbled across this video. I have a few problems lmao. Firstly, I don't have enough storage for my psp and the iso files I have downloaded and was wondering if anyone had good suggestions for the storage card I should buy? Secondly, I don't have a way to connect a micro sd to my pc and was hoping there was a card with a good amount of storage that is already formatted to fat32? I have an adapter already, it is a SanDisk adapter however it is not a pro duel, anyone know if it would still work?
Personally I'd stick to reputable brands- as for how to format it ehhhh, you might have to borrow someone's machine!
What if you don't have a computer?
I'd try to borrow one from a friend or family member then personally!
Can you do this with phones?
I'm not sure as I don't have a good phone for testing it unfortunately :\
@@YourPlayer2 how about putting videos / movies? On your sd card an not just games?
I would THINK so, but since I only have an iPhone so can't say for certain 😂
Where to get the game
Sorry, I can't link you directly to any games but you should be able to find what you're looking for via Google!
I have a 1 tb micro sd I hope this works
Good luck!
@@YourPlayer2 update. no go. Didn’t recognize it at all. Running a 64gig now with no issue.
@@arsosaofficial Gah, sorry to hear it dude, but glad the 64 is working!
@@YourPlayer2 appreciate that brother, thanks for the video!!! didn’t even know this was a thing til I saw this
@@arsosaofficial You’re most welcome and thanks for taking the time, dude :)
Does 128 GB stick work on it?
After a cursory glance at reddit to confirm it looks like it should :)
what is the max supported memory stick size on the psp 1000? could it support dual 256gb micro sd cards for 512gb? appreciate the loading time precautions
I wanna say it was 512 but I'm not sure? And no problem! Just something I noticed when I first tried loading up a bonkers amount of games 😂
will update this within a couple weeks. basically you want to format it using a tool proper psp format fat32 i believe. more info to come
you forgot to update this within a couple weeks@@AmericanRastafari
@@AmericanRastafari And the result is?
I got the red one 4GB
Nice!
Can you hear me telepathically? ?
Shhh don’t tell the others
CF cards FTW
Most definitely!
@@YourPlayer2 Does SSD count as Flash card?