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How to Install Sony PS3 on the Internet

The PlayStation 3 (PS3) can be connected to the PlayStation Network via your wired or wireless Internet connection. Wired connections generally perform better and are more reliable if there is a great distance between the router and your PS3. Once connected, you'll have access to online multiplayer games, downloadable content and software updates for the PS3 and any game that receives updates.

Things You'll Need

Ethernet cable for wired connection

Instructions

- 1
  Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the back of the PS3 and the opposite end into the "Ethernet/Internet" port on your broadband modem or router.
- 2
  Scroll to the "Settings" menu on the PS3 main menu. Select "Network Settings." Select "Internet Connection."
- 3
  Select "Easy" as the connection type. Select "Wired" or "Wireless" as your connection type. If you're using wireless, select "Scan," select the name of your wireless network and enter the wireless password (if any) for the wireless network. Press the "X" button to save the connection settings. The PS3 will use these settings to connect to the PlayStation Network from now on.
- 4
  Select "Test Connection." The PS3 will begin a network test. If the test is successful, the PS3 will be connected to the Internet. If the test is unsuccessful, the reason and troubleshooting tips will be displayed on screen.

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