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How to Connect a PS3 Using a Ethernet Cable

The PS3 can be used for more than just playing a game or watching a Blu-Ray movie. You can get connected to the Internet wirelessly or by Ethernet cable. This opens up the entire PlayStation network, where you can download games and demos, browse the Web, chat with friends and play multi-player games online. Whether you connect wirelessly or by Ethernet is based on preference and if you have a wireless network available to you. Some may argue that it is better to connect via Ethernet because the connection may be more stable and have less lagging.

Things You'll Need

Ethernet cable
Ethernet hub or router with multiple Ethernet ports
Internet connection

Instructions

- 1
  Connect the Ethernet cable from an open port on your Ethernet hub or router to the open Ethernet port on the back of the PS3.
- 2
  Turn on your PS3 and one PS3 controller.
- 3
  Open "Settings," "Network Settings" and then "Internet Connection Settings" on the home screen.
- 4
  Select "Yes" when you are asked if you want to disconnect from the Internet.
- 5
  Choose "Easy" as the type of Internet configuration you want to make.
- 6
  Choose to "Auto-Detect" the internet and to automatically set the IP Address and DNS settings on the next three screens.
- 7
  Select "Test Connection" to test the settings and ensure you are connected to the internet.

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