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# Plug-in the desired controller and let Windows install any default drivers if needed.
 
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# Download the [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/590-dualshock-3-xinput-wrapper/ DualShock XInput Wrapper].
 
# Download the [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/590-dualshock-3-xinput-wrapper/ DualShock XInput Wrapper].
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# Download and install the [https://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows Xbox 360 Controller Drivers].
 
# Download and install the [https://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows Xbox 360 Controller Drivers].
 
# Run <code>ScpServer\Binaries\SCPDriver.exe</code> then check the '''Force Install''' checkbox and install the driver.  
 
# Run <code>ScpServer\Binaries\SCPDriver.exe</code> then check the '''Force Install''' checkbox and install the driver.  
 
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# Run <code>ScpServer\Binaries\SCPDriver.exe</code> then check the '''Force Install''' checkbox and install the driver.  
 
# Run <code>ScpServer\Binaries\SCPDriver.exe</code> then check the '''Force Install''' checkbox and install the driver.  
 
# Download and install the [https://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows Xbox 360 Controller Drivers].
 
# Download and install the [https://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows Xbox 360 Controller Drivers].
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{{ii}} Install the DualShock 3 drivers first before installing the Bluetooth drivers. See [[#PS3 Controller on Windows|PS3 Controller on Windows]].
 
{{ii}} Install the DualShock 3 drivers first before installing the Bluetooth drivers. See [[#PS3 Controller on Windows|PS3 Controller on Windows]].
 
{{ii}} Certain browser extensions may interfere with the download page, disable them if needed.
 
{{ii}} Certain browser extensions may interfere with the download page, disable them if needed.
 
 
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# Plug-in the desired controller.
 
# Plug-in the desired controller.
 
# Download the Bluetooth driver from [http://www.broadcom.com/support/bluetooth here] for the appropiate version of Windows.
 
# Download the Bluetooth driver from [http://www.broadcom.com/support/bluetooth here] for the appropiate version of Windows.
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# Push {{key|Win|R}} and type '''devmgmt.msc''' then select '''OK''' and navigate to '''Other devices'''.
 
# Push {{key|Win|R}} and type '''devmgmt.msc''' then select '''OK''' and navigate to '''Other devices'''.
 
# Find the desired Bluetooth device, then {{key|Right Click}} on it and select '''Update Driver Software'''.
 
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# Under '''Device''' select '''Load Preset Device''' then find '''Bluetooth.cfg''' and select '''Open'''.
 
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{{ii}} If the instructions didn't work then remove the Bluetooth drivers and try something else.
 
{{ii}} If the instructions didn't work then remove the Bluetooth drivers and try something else.
 
{{ii}} If the device manager asks to restart select '''No'''.
 
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# Plug-in the desired controller and ignore the '''Pairing Request'''.
 
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===[http://mayflash.com/Products/PLAYSTATION/PS3003.html Mayflash Wireless PS3 Controller to USB Adapter]===
 
===[http://mayflash.com/Products/PLAYSTATION/PS3003.html Mayflash Wireless PS3 Controller to USB Adapter]===
 
{{++}} All controllers that can be paired and work with regular PlayStation 3 should work, including third party ones.
 
{{++}} All controllers that can be paired and work with regular PlayStation 3 should work, including third party ones.
{{++}} Has switch on side of adapter, allowing for both XInput and DirectInput modes natively. XInput should work with [[Controller:Xbox 360 Controller#Use with PC platforms|regular drivers]], for rumble to work with DirectInput mode, drivers needs to be downloaded [http://mayflash.com/Support/Download/ manufacturer's website].
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{{ii}} Can connect one controller in XInput Mode and four controllers in DirectInput Mode.
 
{{ii}} Can connect one controller in XInput Mode and four controllers in DirectInput Mode.
 
{{ii}} Includes turbo mode. Pressing "PlayStation" and button toggles turbo for that button. To disable turbo for all buttons press PlayStation button twice quickly.
 
{{ii}} Includes turbo mode. Pressing "PlayStation" and button toggles turbo for that button. To disable turbo for all buttons press PlayStation button twice quickly.
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# Run <code>ScpServer\Binaries\SCPDriver.exe</code> and select '''Uninstall'''. Check the '''Bluetooth Driver''' checkbox if needed.
 
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{{ii}} Due to the way MotionInJoy behaves a full reformat is advised instead. The following steps could potentially harm Windows, backup any important files before following these instructions.
 
{{ii}} Due to the way MotionInJoy behaves a full reformat is advised instead. The following steps could potentially harm Windows, backup any important files before following these instructions.
 
{{--}} MotionInJoy should be always treated as malware due to its odd and overall harmful behaviour. It can often trigger BSODs, crashes and other major system issues.
 
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# Plug-in the desired bluetooth device.
 
# Plug-in the desired bluetooth device.
 
# Open '''Devices and Printers''', and find the desired device.
 
# Open '''Devices and Printers''', and find the desired device.

Revision as of 20:27, 1 August 2016

DualShock 3
DualShock 3 cover
XInput support
Predecessor
Sixaxis, DualShock 2
Successor
PlayStation Move, DualShock 4
DualShock 3 on Wikipedia

Key points

The Sixaxis controller is an earlier variant of the DualShock 3 controller, lacking force feedback. See Sixaxis.
DualShock 3 controllers can be used either wired with a USB Mini-B cable or wireless with Bluetooth dongles that support Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
Bluetooth dongles running on Bluetooth 4.0 and below are backwards compatible with Bluetooth 2.0.

PS3 Controller on Windows

Uninstall MotioninJoy and Better DS3 if either are currently installed. See Removing MotionInJoy.
The central Home button will act as an XInput Guide button.

Step One

Instructions

Step Two

Do not erase the ScpServer folder after installing the wrapper, if needed it can be hidden instead.
Uncheck the Bluetooth Driver checkbox if the controller is being used through a wire.
Follow these steps in the right order, choose the appropriate system from the list.
Instructions
Instructions
Instructions

Bluetooth Dongle

Other Bluetooth devices cannot be used while the DualShock 3 Bluetooth driver is installed.

Setting Up

Install the DualShock 3 drivers first before installing the Bluetooth drivers. See PS3 Controller on Windows.
Certain browser extensions may interfere with the download page, disable them if needed.
Instructions

Step One

Instructions

Step Two

Other drivers can easily be replaced with a misclick, follow each step precisely.
Instructions

Bluetooth Driver Removal

If the instructions didn't work then remove the Bluetooth drivers and try something else.
If the device manager asks to restart select No.
Instructions

PS3 Controller on OS X

Instructions
Instructions

PS3 Controller on Linux

Instructions

Hardware

Mayflash Wireless PS3 Controller to USB Adapter

All controllers that can be paired and work with regular PlayStation 3 should work, including third party ones.
Has switch on side of adapter, allowing for both XInput and DirectInput modes natively. XInput should work with regular drivers, for rumble to work with DirectInput mode, drivers needs to be downloaded manufacturers website.
Can connect one controller in XInput Mode and four controllers in DirectInput Mode.
Includes turbo mode. Pressing "PlayStation" and button toggles turbo for that button. To disable turbo for all buttons press PlayStation button twice quickly.

Issues fixed

Controller no longer detected or working (Windows)

Instructions

Playing with multiple PlayStation 3 Controllers on Windows

Set up the Xbox 360 Controller Emulator, then play the desired multiplayer game with multiple controllers, such as Lego Marvel Super Heroes.

Games with DualShock button prompts

Please note, that this is only list for games that offer DualShock button prompts.
Some may require use of DualShock 4, which right now isn't possible to emulate. Refer to game-specific articles for details.

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Other information

Removing MotionInJoy

Due to the way MotionInJoy behaves a full reformat is advised instead. The following steps could potentially harm Windows, backup any important files before following these instructions.
MotionInJoy should be always treated as malware due to its odd and overall harmful behaviour. It can often trigger BSODs, crashes and other major system issues.
Instructions
Instructions

References