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.

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