Adjusting Network Settings - Sony CECH-2508B Instruction Manual

Adjusting network settings

Example of a network configuration (wired)
A wired network configuration requires items ,  and .

Network gateway device
such as a DSL modem*
To the Internet line
* 1 The connection method may vary depending on the environment in use. For example, you may be able to connect Ethernet cables directly into the wall outlet in
housing complex units that have preinstalled LAN ports. If you are using such a network environment, you do not need a network gateway device.
* 2 Dial-up Internet is not recommended.
* 3 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. A router is not necessary if the DSL or cable modem or other network device has built-in router functionality.
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* A wireless router is a device that adds access point functionality to a router.
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
1 2
*
Router*

Ethernet cable
PC
Example of a network configuration (wireless)
A wireless network configuration requires items  and .

Network gateway device
3 such as a DSL modem*
To the Internet line

1 2
*
Wireless router
(access point) *
PC
3 * 4