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How to Add a PS3 to a Wireless Device

The Sony PlayStation 3, or PS3, is a videogame system that also incorporates a BluRay and DVD player, USB connections and wireless connectivity. The wireless option enables the unit to connect to other wireless devices, primarily a wireless router for Internet access. The PS3 can be connected to a wireless device through a simple procedure. The mainframe setup can guide you through the steps.

Instructions

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  Navigate to "Settings" in the PS3 menu. Scroll to "Network Settings." Press the "X" button to enter the settings options.
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  Scroll to "Internet connection settings" and press the "X" button on your controller. Select "Easy" as the setup method.
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  Highlight "Wireless" as the connection method and press the "X" button to select it. Click on "Scan." A list of wireless access points within the range of your PS3 will be displayed. The name is displayed under the "SSID" (Service Set Identifier) tag. The SSID is the name given to a wireless network.
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  Click on the security settings that the network uses. Type in the password for the network when prompted. Save your settings. Click on "Test your settings" to confirm that a live connection exists. Information on the network will be displayed.

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