How to Get a Better Internet Connection With a Playstation 3

The PlayStation 3 (PS3) comes with a built-in Wi-Fi adapter. This allows the PS3 to connect to your home network, without wires and without worry of placement. Unfortunately, depending on your wireless connection speeds and the distance between the console and the router, the PS3 may not have the greatest Internet connection. With an increasing focus on downloadable and multiplayer aspects in games, it is often crucial to have an unwavering Internet connection to play your games and stream content. The best way to get the best possible connection for your PS3 is to hard-wire it to the router.

Things You'll Need

• Ethernet cable

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Instructions

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     Plug an Ethernet cable from your router into the back of the PlayStation 3.

   • 2

     Power the PlayStation on. Navigate to "Settings," then "Network Settings" using the PS3 controller.

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     Select "Internet Connection Settings," then "Yes." Select "Easy." The PS3 will detect your wired Internet connection.

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     Choose "Test Connection" to ensure the wired Ethernet connection is properly working. If successful, a confirmation message will be displayed. Save the settings and and exit back out to the main PS3 menu. Once configured, your Internet connection will not only be faster, but much more reliable.