In this article I will go through the process to configure a PS3 controller in Linux (Arch)
Configuration for PS3 Controller in Arch Linux#
This quick guide explains how to setup your PS3 controller in Arch Linux making sure the Bluetooth connection works
Requirements#
Make sure to install the bluetooth packages and have a working usb device.
sudo pacman -S bluez bluez-utils bluez-plugins
Create the following file /etc/bluetooth/main.conf with the content:
[General]
ClassicBondedOnly=false
And just restart you computer.
Press the Middle PS button until leds start blinking, then connect the usb cable from the controller to the PC and you should se a warning to authorize the device.
After that you can unplug the controller and manage via you bluetooth manager.
NOTE: Take into account that the ClassicalBondedOnly Option is a solution that regresses you security configuration for bluetooth pairing, more details here use at you own risk