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Adjusting network settings
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Using a wired connection
The following instructions explain how to connect to the Internet using
a commercially available Ethernet cable.
Example of a wired network confi guration
The network confi guration and connection method may vary
depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.
WAN LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4
ETHERETHER
Network gateway device
such as an ADSL or
cable modem
Router
Not necessary if the ADSL or cable
modem or other network device has
built-in router functionality
To the Internet line
Commercially available
Ethernet cable
PC
Hint
A router is a device that enables multiple devices to be connected to one
Internet line. A router is necessary if a PC and a PS3™ system will be
connected to the Internet at the same time using one Internet connection.
Preparing the required items
The following items are required for a wired connection to the
Internet.
• A broadband Internet connection via a device such as an ADSL or
cable modem (connection of multiple devices may require
additional hardware)
• Commercially available Ethernet cable
Hint
User is responsible for Internet service fees.
Setting up the Internet connection
Internet connection settings vary according to the network
environment and the devices in use. The following procedure
describes a typical setup.
1 Connect a commercially available Ethernet cable to the
system.
2 Select (Network Settings) "Internet Connection
Settings" under (Settings) in the home menu, and then
press the button.
When a message stating that the Internet connection will be terminated is
displayed, select "Yes", and then press the
button.