Ps3 Controller Driver For Mac

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Dual Shock 3 might be the most favored gaming controller of our generation. There can be several reasons to bonify this fact, like it is simple to use, or it can be used on multiple platforms, and it is pretty cheap too. If you are a Mac user, there aren’t many options available for you to use to play your favorite games. Using the PS3 Controller on Mac can be the best choice to enjoy the games to the fullest. So, in this post, I’ll guide you on How to use PS3 Controller on Mac.

The procedure is simple, quick and easy. Get your Dual Shock 3 out and ready.

Contents

  • 1 How to use PS3 Controller on Mac?
    • 1.2 Procedure: Set up PS3 Controller on Mac

How to use PS3 Controller on Mac?

Using the Sony Dual Shock 3 PlayStation Controller on Mac is very easy if you know how to set it up to play the games. Here, I’ll explain what you’ll need, how to set up & use, and how to disconnect the PS3 controller on Mac. Just go through this article and you’ll learn everything required that is related to using the Dual Shock 3 on your Mac.

Learn how to connect a PS3 controller to your PC so that you can play games. If you're on Windows 7, download and install the Xbox 360 controller drivers. Using a DualShock 3 controller with a Mac is much simpler than connecting it to a. Charge the PS3 controller first, then open Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth on, then connect the PS3 controller via USB to the Mac, press the ON button on PS controller, it will sync and you can disconnect and it works.

Things you will need

  1. Mac with OS X Snow Leopard or beyond, including Lion, MacOS Sierra 10.12, OS X 10.11 El Capitan, 10.8 Mountain Lion, 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite, etc. All these have the drivers to support the PS3 controller by default, and the process to set up is pretty much same.
  2. A Sony Dual Shock 3 PlayStation Controller which you can buy from a reliable e-commerce site or from the nearby gaming accessories store.
  3. A mini USB cable to connect Dual Shock 3 to your Mac. Remember that the cable will be used only once while setting up the controller, and later you’ll be using the wireless Bluetooth connection.
  4. Bluetooth support on both Mac and Dual Shock 3.
  5. An internet connection to thank me later if you feel like.

Procedure: Set up PS3 Controller on Mac

The procedure to set up a PS3 Controller on Mac is very simple. You might feel it isn’t that easy by looking at the length of this post, but just try it once, and you’ll realize how simple it is. Follow these steps in order to connect the Sony Dual Shock 3 on your Mac via the Bluetooth connection:

Step-1:Reset the Sony Dual Shock 3 PlayStation controller by inserting a paperclip or needle into pinhole near L2 button.

Step-2: Next, connect the Dual Shock 3 to your Mac using the mini USB cable.

Step-3: If you haven’t enabled Bluetooth on your Mac yet, then you have to do it now. Go to Applemenu, click on System Preferences, and then click on Bluetooth. Now Turn Bluetooth ON. You can do it either through the Bluetooth preference panel or the menu bar item.

Step-4: Now press the PS button (round button present on the middle of the controller) for 2 seconds to turn it on until the red light on the controller blinks. It flashes as it tries to pair with the Mac.

Step-5:Unplug the mini USB cable.

Step-6: The Bluetooth preference panel might show a device available but not yet connected as it is trying to pair the Mac with the PS3 gamepad. Just click on the + icon in the Preferences to open the Bluetooth Setup Assistant.

Step-7: A new window will pop up asking you to enter a Passcode. Enter 0000 in the box and click on Accept.

Step-8:Close the Bluetooth Setup Assistant now. Your Dual Shock 3 is now connected to your Mac.

Optional but Recommended part- Add PS3 Controller to Favorites on Mac

It is highly recommended that you add the PS3 Controller to Mac’s favorites list. Also, if you are using OS X 10.8.x, it is necessary that you add the controller to the Favorites if you want the instructions presented above to work. Follow these steps in order to Add the Sony Dual Shock 3 Controller to Favorites on your Mac:

Step-1: From the Bluetooth list in the preferences, click on the PLAYSTATION3 Controller item.

Step-2: Now click on Add To Favorites, and then choose Update Services from the little gear icon menu.

Step-3: Next, disable Bluetooth on Mac, and wait for 2 seconds.

Step-4: Finally, enable Bluetooth again, wait for another 2 seconds, and start loading your favorite game.

How to Disconnect PS3 Controller on Mac for Troubleshooting?

Disconnecting and reconnecting Mac can help you with troubleshooting certain issues that appear while using PS3 Controller on Mac. Two of the most common issues are-

  1. Dual Shock 3 is not found/detected by Mac when it is plugged in and turned on. Keep in mind that you should first enable and disable Bluetooth to resolve this issue, instead of directly disconnecting the controller. If that didn’t help, then you should try disconnecting and reconnecting the PS3 controller on Mac.
  2. The PS3 Controller gamepad lights blinking constantly and going crazy causing trouble while playing certain games.

Follow these steps in order to disconnect PS3 Controller on Mac, to later reconnect it again:

Step-1: Firstly, go to the Bluetooth preference panel in System Preferences.

Step-2: Keep your cursor over the PlayStation 3 Controller item shown in the Bluetooth Devices list. If a slightly changed name like Sony Dual Shock 3 or something else appears, keep the cursor over that.

Step-3: Now click on the circular X and then click on Remove to confirm the removal of the PS3 controller from your Mac.

Now you can just reconnect it using the procedure mentioned above, and continue playing your favorite games without having any trouble.

Summary

This was how you can connect and use the PS3 Controller on Mac. You can use it to play many amazing games that work incredibly well when played with the controller like the Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic.

Also, remember that always keep the batteries of your Sony Dual Shock 3 charged and, don’t take it too far from your Mac while playing games, as you may move out of the Bluetooth range leading to disconnection. For any queries, doubts, or suggestions, feel free to visit the Comments section.

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  1. Open Apple menu -> System Preferences -> Bluetooth and disable Bluetooth on Mac as well as any other nearby Macs or devices which will try to pair with and confuse the controller.

  2. Reset PS3 controller by inserting paperclip into pinhole near L2 button.

  3. Connect PS3 controller to Mac with USB cable.

  4. Enable Bluetooth.

  5. Press 'PS' button for 1-2 seconds until the red lights flash.

  6. Unplug USB cable.

  7. Click the '+' icon in the preferences to open the Bluetooth Setup Assistant.

  8. A window will appear asking you to enter an access code. Enter '0000' (without the quotes) and click 'Accept.'

  9. Close the Setup Assistant.

  10. Click the 'PLAYSTATION3 Controller' item in the Bluetooth list in the preferences. Then select 'Add To Favorites' and then 'Update Services' from the little gear icon menu.

  11. Disable Bluetooth. Wait a second.

  12. Enable Bluetooth. Wait another second.

The controller will now appear connected in the list and can be used in applications.