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Networking
1 Insert the network cable into the network connector on the
console rear.
2 Insert the connector on the network cable to the network
device.
The connection method will vary depending on the network device.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.
Warning
Do not connect network cables or telephone cords of the following types to the
network connector. If you connect the wrong type of cable, too much electrical
current may pass through the connector, causing a malfunction, excessive heat
or fire in the connector:
- Network cables not appropriate for use with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX network
- Standard residential telephone lines
- Any ISDN (digital) compatible phone or data line
- PBX phone lines
- Other "unknown" types of telephone lines
After you have connected the console to a network, you will need to create
and save network settings. This can be done using the supplied online start-
up disc or PlayStation
®2 format software compatible with the network
adaptor (for PlayStation
®2). Refer to the instructions for the online start-
up disc or the instructions supplied with the software.
Note
Depending on the type of Internet service used, you may need to provide your MAC
address. You can find the MAC address for your console listed in the Version
Information screen ( page 41).
You can play PlayStation®2 online games that are compatible with the
network adaptor (for PlayStation
®2). Some online games require a
broadband connection. Refer to the instructions supplied with the software
for details.
Notes
• Parents are encouraged to monitor children in online gaming to ensure safe and
responsible Internet usage.
• To quit an online game, follow the on-screen instructions or the instructions
supplied with the software.
• If you cannot find instructions, you can quit by pressing the \/1/RESET button.
The \/1 indicator will turn red when the console has entered standby mode.
• If you are not able to quit using the method above, you can force the software to
quit by pressing and holding down the \/1/RESET button until the \/1 indicator
turns red.
Commercially available network cable
Console rear
Creating network settings
Playing online games