Sony SCPH-70006, Instruction Manual

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41 Connecting to a network
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You can enjoy online games by connecting the PlayStation
®
2 console to a
network. To play online games, you will need the following:
• An online game disc
• A Broadband Internet connection*
• A commercially available network cable
• A memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation
®
2) (sold separately)
* Broadband services include DSL, cable and modem.
Notes
• You cannot play online games with this console using a dial-up or ISDN
connection.
• There are two types of network cables: straight-thru cables and crossover cables.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the network device for details.
You can connect the console to a network using a network cable connected
to the network connector on the console rear. You can connect to a 100
Base-TX or 10 Base-T network. Refer to the instructions supplied with the
network device for details.
Basic network setup
Note
When connecting the console and a PC to the network, a network device such as a
router or a hub may be required. Refer to the instructions supplied with the network
device for details.
Networking
Connecting to a network
Connecting with a network cable
Network line
This will vary depending on the
type of broadband service in your
home.
Network equipment
The type of equipment used will also
vary depending on the type of
service.
Commercially
available network cable
PC
DSL modem, etc.