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  1. 23-11-2009, 05:18 PM #1
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    PS3 link to Server running Windows Server 2003

    Just got brought a PS3 slim and I wanted to know if I can link it in to SBS2003? Anyone done this before? any hint & tips welcome. I want to access mainly HD video files to be stored on the server (not done yet).
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  2. 23-11-2009, 06:16 PM #2
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    Re: PS3 link to Server running Windows Server 2003

    You'll need either a DNLA compatible service running on the server (to serve the videos - iirc WMP has one), or a USB drive
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    Re: PS3 link to Server running Windows Server 2003

    Another problem is if they are x264, h264 format ps3 cant play them anyway.

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    Re: PS3 link to Server running Windows Server 2003

    Quote Originally Posted by Re-Invented View Post
    Another problem is if they are x264, h264 format ps3 cant play them anyway.

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    Just install PS3 Media Server, and it'll remux them so it can.
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