08Network
Adjusting network settings
Warning
Turn off the WLAN switch when in crowded places, such as in a crowded train. If a person nearby is using a pacemaker, it is possible that the radio waves could affect the pacemaker.
Example of a network configuration
Network equipment connections and setup methods vary depending on the equipment used.
Required items
The following items are generally required to set up the system to connect to a network.
• Subscription to an Internet service provider |
• A network device, such as a DSL or cable modem |
• A WLAN access point or a wireless broadband |
router |
• Settings for the access point (SSID, WEP key, WPA |
key, etc. as specified when the access point was |
Access point or wireless router
PC
Connect to the network through an access point.
Network device such as a DSL or cable modem
Internet line
configured) |
• An access point is a device used to connect to a wireless |
network. |
• A wireless broadband router is a device that includes both |
router and access point functions. A router is required if you |
are connecting a PC and the PSP® system to one Internet |
line at the same time. |
• SSID, WEP and WPA keys are types of wireless network |
information. They may be required when connecting to an |
access point or a router. This information is generally set in |
the access point or router using a PC. For details, refer to |
the instructions supplied with the access point or router. |
• User is responsible for Internet service fees. |
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