Networking - Sony Playstation 2 SCPH-90001 User Manual

Networking

Networking
You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation
network.
Hints
• Games that require use of the internal hard disk drive (for PlayStation
compatible with this console. Contact SCEA Consumer Services via our Web site
at http://www.us.playstation.com or call 1-800-345-7669.
• There is no need to purchase the network adaptor (for PlayStation
separately). This console has a built-in network connector to allow connection to a
broadband network.
Items you will need
To connect to a network and to create network settings, you will need the
following:
• A network adaptor compatible PlayStation
• Broadband Internet service
• A commercially available Ethernet cable
• A memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation
Hints
• Ethernet cables can be of either straight-thru or crossover types. In most cases, a
straight-thru type cable can be used to connect a PlayStation
network. Depending on the network device being used, a crossover type cable may
be required. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the network device.
• Some titles may not require a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation
online content.
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Connecting to a network
This model of the PlayStation 2 console supports broadband connection.
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Warning
Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into an electrical outlet until you
have made all other connections.
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