How to Add New Games to the Super Console X5 Pro: Step-by-Step Guide
This guide will walk you through how to add your own custom games (ROMs) to the Kinhank Super Console X5 Pro. From connecting the hard drive to your computer, to copying files, and finally playing them on the console — perfect for beginners.
1. Preparation: Connect the Hard Drive to Your Computer
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Power off the X5 Pro and unplug it.
- Remove the external hard drive (HDD) that stores the games.
- Use a hard drive enclosure, docking station, or SATA-to-USB cable to connect the drive to your computer.
2. Mount the Hard Drive and Open the Partition
- Wait for your computer to detect and mount the drive.
- Open File Explorer (Windows).
- You’ll see different partitions — usually a system partition and a games partition.
3. Copy or Delete ROMs
- Browse to the games folder inside the drive. The folders are usually organized by console (e.g., PS1, PS2, NES, MAME).
- Drag and drop your game files (ROMs) into the corresponding folder. Supported formats include
.zip
,.iso
,.bin/.cue
, etc. - If needed, delete games you don’t want anymore to free up space.
4. Safely Eject the Drive and Restart the X5 Pro
Once copying is complete, always safely eject/unmount the drive from your computer before disconnecting it.
Re-install the drive into the X5 Pro, plug the power back in, and restart the console.
5. Load and Play on the Console
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After booting, enter the X5 Pro’s main menu.
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Navigate to the emulator (e.g., PlayStation 2, SNES, MAME).
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Your newly added games should now appear in the list.
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Select a game and start playing!
Tips & Recommendations
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Keep things organized: Place ROMs in the correct folders (PS2, NES, MAME, etc.) to ensure the emulator recognizes them.
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Check file compatibility: Make sure the ROM format matches what the emulator supports.
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BIOS files: Some systems (e.g., PS2, Sega Saturn) require BIOS files in the
bios
folder to run properly. -
Storage space: Large games (like PS2 or Wii ISOs) take up a lot of space, so keep an eye on available storage