Networking Gb; Connecting To A Network - Sony SCPH-77006 Instruction 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:
• An online game disc
• A Broadband Internet connection*
• A commercially available network cable
• A memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation
* Broadband services include DSL, cable and modem.
Notes
• You cannot play online games with this console using a dial-up or ISDN
connection.
• There are two types of network cables: straight-thru cables and crossover cables.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.
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Connecting with a network cable
You can connect the console to a network using a network 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 network cable
Note
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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