Networking; Connecting To A Network - Sony SCPH-90006 User Manual

Networking

Connecting to a network

You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation
network. To play online games, you will need the following:
• A network compatible PlayStation
• Broadband Internet service
• A commercially available Ethernet cable
• A memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation
Hints
• You cannot play online games with this console using a dial-up or ISDN
connection.
• There are two types of Ethernet cables: straight-thru cables and crossover cables.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.
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Connecting with an Ethernet cable
You can connect the console to a network using an Ethernet cable
connected to the network connector on the console rear. You can connect
to a 100 Base-TX or 10 Base-T network. Refer to the instructions supplied
with the network device for details.
Basic network setup
Network line
This will vary depending on the
type of broadband service in your
home.
Commercially
available Ethernet cable
MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD
Hint
When connecting the console and a PC to the network, a network device such as a
router or a hub may be required. Refer to the instructions supplied with the network
device for details.
Network equipment
The type of equipment used will also
vary depending on the type of
service.
DSL modem, etc.
PC
Connecting to a network
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