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Networking
Connecting to a network
You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation®2 console to 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®2) (sold separately)
•A service contract with a Broadband Internet Service Provider (sold separately)
•An Ethernet Cable (sold separately)
•An External Network Device such as a Broadband enabled digital
Notes
•You cannot play online games with this console using a
•USB connectivity from the External Network Device to the USB connector is not supported.
•There are two types of network cables:
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
Basic network setup
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Commercially available network cable
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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.
For more information on network setup, visit www.playstation.com
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