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How to Boost the Wired Internet Signal for a PS3

A weak wireless internet signal emitted from the Sony PlayStation3, or PS3, gaming console can cause the pixels of a video game to lag. This can slow down game play and ruin the gaming experience. Fortunately, the PS3 signal can be enhanced via a wired connection with a personal computer, which is linked to the Internet through a wireless Internet connection of its own. By connecting the PS3 with the computer using an Ethernet cable and bridging the connections, the PS3's signal strength increases due to the shared connection with the PC.

Things You'll Need

PC with an Ethernet Port
Crossover Ethernet cable
Windows 7 operating system
Wireless Adapter

Instructions

- 1
  Change the "Internet Connection Settings" of the PS3 to "Wired Connection." Power on the PS3 and scroll to "Settings" and then "Network Settings." Press the "X" button on the PS3 controller and choose "Internet Connection Settings" followed by the "X" button again. When prompted, highlight "Yes," and push the "X" button. Select "Wired Connection" and then "Easy" when prompted.
- 2
  Turn off your PS3. Plug one end of the Ethernet crossover cable into the Ethernet port of your PC and the other end of the Ethernet crossover cable to the Ethernet port found on the back of the PS3.
- 3
  Ensure that your wireless adapter is allowing your computer to establish an Internet connection.
- 4
  Direct your PC cursor to "Start" and"Control Panel." Click "Network and Sharing Center." Choose "Change Adapter Settings" from the left menu panel to access the network settings of the PC.
- 5
  Hold down the "Ctrl" key on your keyboard, and highlight "LAN Network Connection" and "Wireless Network Panel" with your cursor.
- 6
  Click the right bumper of your mouse, and select "Bridge Connections."

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