Sony PlayStation 3 Video Game Console User Manual


 
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Adjusting network settings
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Adjusting custom settings
In certain network environments, some settings may not be adjusted
automatically by selecting [Easy]. Refer to the information below and
also follow the on-screen instructions to adjust custom settings.
Ethernet operation mode
Specify the Ethernet data transfer rate and operation method. You can
usually select [Auto-Detect].
IP Address Setting
Specify the method for obtaining an IP address when connecting to the
Internet. The method varies depending on the Internet service provider
you use.
Automatic
Use the IP address allocated by the DHCP server.
Manual
Enter the IP address manually.
PPPoE
Connect to the Internet using PPPoE. Enter the user name
and password supplied by your Internet service provider.
DHCP host name
Specify the DHCP server host name. You can usually select [Do Not Set].
DNS Setting
Specify the DNS server. The method varies depending on the Internet
service provider you use.
Automatic
System acquires the DNS server address automatically.
Manual
Enter the DNS server address manually. Enter the IP
addresses of the primary and secondary DNS servers that
are supplied by your Internet service provider.
MTU
Specify the MTU value used when transmitting data. You can usually
select [Automatic].
Proxy Server
Specify the proxy server to be used. You can usually select [Do Not Use].
UPnP
Enable or disable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). You can usually
select [Enable].
Hint
If [UPnP] is set to [Disable], online communication may be restricted when using
the voice / video chat feature or communication features in games.