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How to Get the PlayStation Network on My PS3 Without an Ethernet Cable

Just because you don't have an Ethernet cable doesn't meant you can't connect your PlayStation 3 to the Internet. A PlayStation 3 connected to the internet can play online games, browse the Internet and access the PlayStation Network. If you do not have an Ethernet cable, you will have to connect your PlayStation 3 to the Internet wirelessly. All PlayStation 3 models --- with the exception of the 20GB --- can connect to wireless Internet.

Things You'll Need

Active wireless Internet connection

Instructions

- 1
  Power on your PlayStation 3.
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  Navigate to the "Settings" tab located on the left side of your PlayStation 3's homepage. Scroll down and select the "Network Settings" option. From the "Network Settings" menu scroll down and select "Internet Connection Settings."
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  Select the "Yes" option to disconnect your PlayStation 3 from the Internet, if it currently has a connection.
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  Choose the "Easy" setting on the next screen. Your system will begin checking your network configuration.
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  Select the "Wireless" option and select "Scan" on the next page. Your PlayStation 3 will begin scanning for wireless Internet connections.
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  Highlight your wireless Internet connection and press the "X" button.
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  Enter in your wireless Internet password if you have one and press the "X" button. Review your Internet connection settings and press the "X" button to save and confirm them. Your connection will then be tested to ensure that everything is working properly.

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