[SSD Enclosure/ External SSD] How to set up the SSD Enclosure/ External SSD as storage on Xbox X|S?

SSD Enclosure/ External SSD supports XBOX X|S and uses as the storage device of X|S. Provide your XBOX X|S with more space for games and applications storage / backups.

Note: Due to the Hardware specification of XBOX, you need to prepare the Type-C to Type-A connector to connect your external SSD to the XBOX X|S.

 

1. Plug your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD into the XBOX X|S USB Port.

    XBOX X|S Series has 3 USB Type-A port. (One on the front panel and the other are on the back panel)

    The USB Ports on front panel or on back panel are workable with your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD.

    Note: The XBOX X|S series supports USB Type-A ports. If your SSD enclosure/external SSD uses a USB Type-C to Type-C connection, you may need to prepare a standard USB Type-C to Type-A cable to ensure that your SSD enclosure/external SSD can successfully connect to the XBOX X|S.

 

2. Once you plug in your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD, you will see a pop-up window that reads [Use for media] or [Use for games]. Click on [Use for games].

 

3. Name your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD.

 

4. Format your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD on the XBOX.

    Choose [Format Storage Device].

    For more information, please refer to the XBOX official website.

    Note: After the USB hard disk being format, all the data on the USB HDD would be removed and couldn’t be recovered. Suggest to back up your important data before formatting.

 

5. After formatting is finished, it will show [External Storage ready] at the bottom of the screen. The setup is complete.

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FAQ

1. How could I manage my SSD Enclosure/ External SSD from XBOX X|S?

    Please go to the [Settings] > [System] > [Storage Devices]. And then click your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD in the [Manage Storage devices] setting page to manage the device.

    For more details, may check XBOX official website.

 

2. What to do if the XBOX doesn’t detect my SSD Enclosure /External SSD?

    We suggest you to check:

    (1) Your SSD Enclosure/ External SSD could be detected in other devices. If yes, please follow the next step

    (2) XBOX has the latest Version.

    (3) Your SSD Enclosure /External SSD connected to the XBOX correctly with Type-C to Type-A connector.

    (4) The connector works fine with other devices. For more , may check XBOX official Website.

 

3. Does my SSD Enclosure/ External SSD support a handheld gaming PC as external storage?
    Yes, the SSD Enclosure/ External SSD is compatible with handheld gaming PCs.

 

4. Can I use my SSD Enclosure/ External SSD as cross-platform SSD storage on my game consoles and PC?

    No, game consoles and PCs apply different data formats. You cannot read console games on your PC.

 

 

 

How to get the (Utility / Firmware)?

You can download the latest drivers, software, firmware and user manuals in the ASUS Download Center.

If you need more information about the ASUS Download Center, please refer this link.