Change Old PS2/PS1 Memory to USB Thumbstick

How to upgrade an old memory chip to fit into a new console or a computer. Maybe you just want a unique USB stick. Anyway the project costs only a few dollars (If you don't have a spare usb drive), takes only a few tools and small amount of time. I used a PS2 memory card but i'm sure the same steps can be used to upgrade a PS1 memory chip too.

Materials and Tools

Materials Required:
1 x USB Thumbstick
1 x PS2/PSX Memory Card

TOOL(s)
Exacto Knife
Screwdriver
Hot Glue (optional)

Extract the Guts From the USB Drive

Depending on your USB you may need to pry it open with a small screw driver or undo some tiny screws. However mine came apart easily with just my finger nail.

Open Memory Card

Next you need to undo the two screws holding the card together. After dislodge the PCB from the housing.

Dry Fit

In order to get my USB to fit i needed to cut the two small pegs that were in the way. I tried a file but it took to long so instead i brought out the trusty exacto knife. The main point is that the USB fits in when both the plastic covers are screwed closed again.

Finishing Touches

If your USB is loose i suggest a small amount of hot glue to hols it in place. However mine was vary secure without any so i let it be. Maybe used in another project later (Floppy Disk?). Next thing is to test it out. There it is a 8 mb memory card upgraded to a 4g USB drive.