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How to Connect a PSP to the Internet Via USB

Most PSP Internet connections come from a wireless network. If you wish to use a USB cable for your connection, you will need a specific type of router that comes with a USB port. The only place you can use a USB cord to connect a PSP to the Internet is between your modem and your wireless router.

Things You'll Need

Router with USB connector
CAT5 to USB adapter

Instructions

- 1
  Plug the Cat5 to USB adapter into your dial up, DSL, broadband or cable modem.
- 2
  Connect the USB cord to the adapter, and connect the other end of it to the USB slot on your wireless router.
- 3
  Turn on your modem and router. Wait for all of the lights to come up so the connection is fully functional.
- 4
  Turn on your PSP. Scroll down to "Settings" and choose "Network Settings," "Infrastructure" and "New Connection."
- 5
  Choose your own Internet connection from the list of possible connections. Click "Connect."

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