How to Hook Up a Wireless G Router With a PlayStation 3
The original PlayStation was only capable of playing PS1 games and did not have internet capability. As online gaming and DVDs became prevalent, the developers at Sony needed to design a specialized PlayStation dashboard that enabled users to switch between games or DVDs, log online and adjust the component's settings. On the PS3, this dashboard includes a wireless router connection wizard that searches for and connects your PS3 to wireless G and N routers.
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Instructions
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Press the PlayStation button on the center of your controller to open the PlayStation dashboard.
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Navigate to the settings folder using the directional arrow pad. Depending upon where you last left the dashboard you may need to move upward from a sub-folder first and then left or right on the main folders until the "Settings" folder is highlighted.
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Press the down arrow until you reach the "Network Settings" icon. Press the "X" button to enter the network settings area.
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Press the down arrow until you reach "Internet Connection Settings" and click "X". If prompted by a disconnect message, click "Yes."
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Select "Easy" for quick setup. The PS3 will give you two options, "Wired Connection" and "Wireless." Choose "Wireless" and press "X".
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Select "Scan" to search for wi-fi signals. Wait while your PS3 scans for wireless signals. Once complete, a list of wireless signals will appear. Choose your wi-fi account from the list. Press "X" to confirm your auto-filled SSID. Press "X" over the "WEP" option to enter your WEP key. If you have an unsecured network, press "X" over "None".
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Enter your WEP key that you established when setting up the router. This code is usually found within the wireless router's manual as well. Press "X" to confirm the WEP key. If the key is correct, you'll be taken to a settings confirmation list. Double check your settings to confirm they are to your liking.
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Press "X" to check for the connection. Allow the PS3 to search and obtain the wireless address. Within about ten seconds, your connection will be completed and you'll be able to access the internet wirelessly.
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Tips & Warnings
Find your WEP key by looking for the first number under the bar code on the back or side of your router.
