subject: Connectivity In Playstation 3 [print this page] Since the PlayStation 3 was always targeted at being a converged box, Sony had thrown in a lot of connectivity options into the system.
For connecting to a television, a monitor or a projector, the user can use either an HDMI or component cable. While the PlayStation 3 can be connected to multiple screens at a time through those ports, dual-screen modes are nov supported as of now.
For the internet, a PlayStation 3 can be connected to a standard Gigabit Ethernet cable via a port at its back, or use the built-in WiFi chip to latch on to a signal.
The PlayStation 3 also has a bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP built into the system, which is used to connect to the controllers or any other accessories wirelessly. At any one time, the PlayStation 3 can support up to seven controllers.
In case a user wants to transfer data from an external hard disk or a USB drive, the two USB ports at the front will come in handy. This provides an easy way to back-up your saved games and other data, although the need for it is greatly reduced by the large hard disks.
Some versions of the PlayStation 3, such as the 60 GB and the 80 GB units, also come with a 5-in-1 memory card reader. This supports most of Sony's proprietary formats and SD cards, but you need an adapter to connect a microSD card. The coolest part about the PlayStation 3 is that it uses a standard 2.5 inch SATA hard disk. This means that as long as you find a model that is compatible with the PlayStation 3, you could easily replace the current hard disk with a larger-capacity offering.
Now be advised that doing so might void your warranty, and so you should only be talking on the task if you know what you are doing. Refer to a few online tutorials and videos before you decide to go in for bigger storage.
