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How to Use USB Modem for PS3

USB modems connect to your network using a USB cable instead of an Ethernet cable. If you own a USB modem, you can still connect your PS3 to your network using an Ethernet crossover cable. The only major downside to using this method is the fact that your computer must be on in order to access the Internet with your PS3. If you are one of those people who leaves your computer on constantly, this should not be a problem. If you rarely use your computer, but love to play online PS3 games, look into getting a router that allows you to connect via a regular Ethernet cable.

Things You'll Need

Ethernet crossover cable

Instructions

- 1
  Insert one end of the Ethernet crossover cable into the computer, and the other end into your PS3.
- 2
  Click on "Start" in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. Select "Control Panel" from the Start menu, and then choose "Network Connections."
- 3
  Right-click on the USB modem connection, and select "Properties." Click on the "Advanced" tab, and then click inside the box labeled "Allow other network users to connect through this computer's Internet connection." Click on the "Settings" button.
- 4
  Select "Network Settings," and then "Internet Connection Settings." Choose "Yes" for PS3.
- 5
  Follow the instructions that appear on the computer screen to finish connecting your PS3 to the USB modem connection.

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