Networking Gb; Connecting To A Network; Networking Connecting To A Network - Sony SCPH-77004 Instruction Manual

Networking

Connecting to a network

You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation
a broadband network. To play all online games, you will need the
following:
• A Network Access Disc (supplied separately)
• A Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation
• A service contract with a Broadband service provider (sold
separately)
• An Ethernet Cable (sold separately)
• An External Network Device such as a Broadband enabled digital
set-top box, a cable modem, an ADSL modem or a router (sold
separately)
• You cannot play online games with this console using a dial-up or ISDN
Notes
connection.
• USB connectivity from the External Network Device to the USB connector is
not supported.
• There are two types of network cables: straight-through cable and crossover
cable. Ensure that you use the correct type of cable when connecting your
PlayStation 2 console to your Broadband Internet connection. Refer to the
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instructions supplied with the network device, or your Broadband Internet
Service Provider for details.
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Connecting to a network
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Connecting with a network cable
You can connect the console to a network using an Ethernet 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.
Broadband modem, router etc.
Commercially
available network cable.
When connecting the console and a PC to the network, a network device such as a
Note
router or a hub may be required. Refer to the instructions supplied with the
network device for details.
For more information on network setup, visit www.playstation.com
Network equipment
The type of equipment used will
also vary depending on the type of
service.
PC