Networking

Networking

You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation®2 console to a network.

Hints

•Games that require use of the internal hard disk drive (for PlayStation®2) are not compatible with this console. Contact SCEA Consumer Services via our Web site at http://www.us.playstation.com or call 1-800-345-7669.

•There is no need to purchase the network adaptor (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately). This console has a built-in network connector to allow connection to a broadband network.

Items you will need

To connect to a network and to create network settings, you will need the following:

•A network adaptor compatible PlayStation®2 game

•Broadband Internet service

•A commercially available Ethernet cable

•A memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately)

Hints

•Ethernet cables can be of either straight-thru or crossover types. In most cases, a straight-thru type cable can be used to connect a PlayStation®2 console to a network. Depending on the network device being used, a crossover type cable may be required. For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the network device.

•Some titles may not require a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) to access online content.

Connecting to a network

This model of the PlayStation®2 console supports broadband connection. See "Connecting with an Ethernet cable" ( page 37) for basic setup instructions.

Warning

Do not plug the AC power cord for the console into an electrical outlet until you have made all other connections.

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