07 NetworkAdjusting network settings

Using a wired connection

The following instructions explain how to connect to the Internet using an Ethernet cable.

Example of a wired network configuration

The network confi guration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.

Network gateway

Router

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not necessary if the DSL or cable

device such as a DSL

modem or other network device has

or cable modem

built-in router functionality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ETHER

ETHER

 

 

 

WAN

LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preparing the required itemsThe following items are required for a wired connection to the Internet.

A broadband Internet connection via a device such as a DSL or cable modem (connection of multiple devices may require additional hardware)

Ethernet cable (supplied)

Hint

User is responsible for Internet service fees.

Setting up the Internet connection

To the Internet line

Ethernet cable

PC

(supplied)

 

Hint

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.

When making a wired connection to the Internet, usually you do not need to adjust any of the default settings. If you cannot use the default settings to connect, follow the instructions below to adjust the settings.

1 Select (Network Settings) under (Settings) in the home menu, and then press the button.

2 Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the button.

When a message stating that the Internet connection will be terminated is displayed, select “Yes”, and then press the button.

3 Select "Wired Connection", and then press the right button.

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