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How to Connect a PSP to a WiFi Connection

The Sony PSP portable gaming system has the capability to connect to the Internet using any nearby wireless connections. Once connected, the user can surf the Internet using a built-in web browser, as well as download new software and add-ons. The Internet connection can also be used for multiplayer gaming and uploading scores to global leaderboards. Connecting your PSP system to a wireless connection is very simple, and should take only a few moments

Instructions

- 1
  Power up your PSP system.
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  Navigate to "Settings" on the Media Crossbar, then scroll down to "Network Settings" and press "X" to enter the network settings menu.
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  Select "Infrastructure Mode" to configure an Internet connection, then select "New Connection."
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  Enter a name for your new connection, when you have finished selecting your name select "Enter" and hit the "X" button.
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  Select "Scan" to initiate a wireless scan, when the scan has completed the PSP will report all wireless signals located in the area along with a reading of their approximate signal strengths.
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  Locate your wireless connection among this list and press "X." If you have any form of wireless encryption, you will be prompted to enter your password. When you have finished entering your security information press the "Right" button on the directional pad to scroll through the remaining windows. Press "X" when prompted to save your new connection.

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