Playstation 3

Does anyone know how to connect the thing to the internet via a router??????

Spent all afternoon trying to.........and it won't work!!!!!

Answers in very very easy-to-understand English please!

I think you just need an ethernet lead?

Of course, you may have a "router" that only connects by USB. In which case, you are fucked and should kill the cunt who scammed you.

Doctor? wrote: I think you just need an ethernet lead?

Of course, you may have a "router" that only connects by USB. In which case, you are fucked and should kill the cunt who scammed you.

I said make it easy to understand Steve!!!

Its got a cable with it, but doesnt it have to be connected to the router? If so............I am in trouble; router is in a different room!

Help, before my Son decides his Mother is useless!!!!

Cable should have ends that look a wee bit like a fat telephone plug.

Yes it does need connected. Not sure what the score is if wireless is involved, BUT, assuming the cable that came with PS3 has same plug both ends, you're laughing, and can buy a fscking long one easily in any high street geek emporium.

If it has a "special" (read as, "proprietry piece of shit") connector at the PS3 end, it's gonna be harder to get a longer lead, and will cost more, but should be possible.

PS, got your text, forgot to reply, on purpose, my answer would be too depressing ;)

if its a wireless router you can connect wireless-ly otherwise its earthnet all the way

Doctor? wrote: Cable should have ends that look a wee bit like a fat telephone plug.

Yes it does need connected. Not sure what the score is if wireless is involved, BUT, assuming the cable that came with PS3 has same plug both ends, you're laughing, and can buy a fscking long one easily in any high street geek emporium.

If it has a "special" (read as, "proprietry piece of shit") connector at the PS3 end, it's gonna be harder to get a longer lead, and will cost more, but should be possible.

PS, got your text, forgot to reply, on purpose, my answer would be too depressing ;)

Cheapskate more like !!!!!! And I guessed the answer by your silence xxxxx

patrick stewart appreciation society wrote: if its a wireless router you can connect wireless-ly otherwise its earthnet all the way

Hmmmmmmm........just what I was thinking!

Connect a PS3 to the Internet Using a Wireless Connection

The following instructions explain how to connect your Playstation 3 (PS3) to the Internet using a wireless connection.

Example of a Wireless Network Configuration

The network configuration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.

Note: An Access Point is a device that enables network connectivity without using a physical cable. A wireless router is an example of an Access Point.

Preparing the Required Items

The following items are required to set up the system to connect wirelessly to the Internet:

1. An Access Point. One is not necessary if you are using a wireless router with a built in wireless capability.

2. Settings information for the Access Point (SSID, WEP key, WPA key). If you do not have this information, contact the Access Point or router manufacturer.

HINTS:

When connecting to the Internet over a wireless LAN, signal interference may occur depending on the usage condition of the wireless network devices. If Internet data transfer speed is decreased or the wireless controller does not function properly, use an Ethernet cable to establish a wired connection or contact the Access Point or router manufacturer.

Depending on the Access Point in use, you may need the MAC address for your system when connecting to the Internet. You can find the MAC address for the system by going to "Settings" > "System Settings" > "System Information".

Setting up the Internet Connection

When connecting wirelessly to the Internet, you must first adjust network settings. Network settings may vary depending on the type of Access Point and the network environment. The following instructions explain the most common network configuration.

1. Select "Network Settings" under "Settings" in the home menu, and then press the button on the controller.

2. Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the button.

When a message stating that the Internet connection will be terminated is displayed, select "Yes", and then press the button.

3. Select "Wireless", and then press the button.

4. Select "Scan", and then press the button.

The system will search for Access Points within range and display them as a list.

HINT: When using an Access Point that supports automatic setup, select "Automatic" and follow the on-screen instructions. The required settings will be completed automatically. For information on Access Points that support automatic setup, contact the Access Point or router manufacturer.

5. Select the Access Point that you want to use, and then press the button.

An SSID is a code or a name that is assigned to the Access Point. If you do not know which SSID to use contact the Access Point or router manufacturer.

6. Confirm the SSID for the Access Point, and then press the right button.

7. Select the security settings as necessary, and then press the right button.

Security settings vary depending on the Access Point in use. To determine which settings to use, contact the Access Point or router manufacturer.

8. Enter the encryption key, and then press the right button.

The encryption key field will display an asterisk (*) for each character you enter. If you do not know the key, contact the Access Point or router manufacturer.

9. Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust settings as necessary. (Easy is recommended)

10. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize your settings.

Easy: Basic settings are set automatically.

Custom: You can manually enter detailed settings information. For information on settings, refer to the instructions supplied by Insight Broadband or with the network device.

If you have any questions regarding wired setup, contact Sony, the Access Point and/or router manufacturer.

Thank you very much for posting that!!! (I know it word for word............. )

Tried all that and even my own little ideas - to no avail.I tried changing the settings of the router, thinking maybe that was something to do with it; however all that did was disconnect the pc's and the laptop! And rather embarrasingly I forgot to write down the original settings........oops. So after 2 hours messing around getting everything else on line again............the PS3 is still offline.

I have looked at all the online help - for both the router - and the PS3 and even on chat forums where other people are having the same problem.

The Sony website is useless.

I give up! Defeated. (Call someone on Monday who knows what they are doing!)

1. Take it back
2. Buy a Wii
3. Buy Mario Galaxy

PS3 problem sorted

If you are using a cable, hold both ends together and make sure the colours are the same at each end. There is a type of network cable called a crossover patch, for direct connecting machines, in it the green and orange pairs are reversed (that's why virtually all network plugs are see thru), one of those will not work.

Only other thing that comes to mind is ....check the router and make sure "DHCP" is enabled, this lets machines ask for an IP address, and provides them with one. However, since your PC's already "work" (well they do run DOS-XP don't they), DHCP is either already on, or, once enabled, you will need to reset all the PC's networking settings to "obtain an IP address automatically", it tends to bugger things up a bit networking wise, but it shouldn't be too bad. Better than a non connected PS3 anyway.

Doctor? wrote: If you are using a cable, hold both ends together and make sure the colours are the same at each end. There is a type of network cable called a crossover patch, for direct connecting machines, in it the green and orange pairs are reversed (that's why virtually all network plugs are see thru), one of those will not work.

Only other thing that comes to mind is ....check the router and make sure "DHCP" is enabled, this lets machines ask for an IP address, and provides them with one. However, since your PC's already "work" (well they do run DOS-XP don't they), DHCP is either already on, or, once enabled, you will need to reset all the PC's networking settings to "obtain an IP address automatically", it tends to bugger things up a bit networking wise, but it shouldn't be too bad. Better than a non connected PS3 anyway.

Done all that.

Only thing for it...........it's a novel idea.........go out, have a few lemonades and things will no doubt look much clearer in the morning!

Here is a basic rundown of how it works. The PS3 needs to be connected to your local network.

If you are using the 60 GB Model, you may connect wirelessly. (don't worry about a firmware upgrade unless your router is not functioning correctly). The 20 GB Model is wired LAN Only.

It is not required that you manually assign an IP Address to the PS3, and frankly is a bit of a pain to do so with the controller based input. When going through the Network Setup, set UPNP to ENABLED. UPNP (which stands for Universal Plug and Play) acts as a NAT Networking Protocol and will help you play games without the need to forward ports. You will also need to log in to the Administrative screen of your router (try http://192.168.1.1) and make sure UPnP is enabled for the router. If not, Enable it.

Now, if you are using the Wireless functionality of the 60 GB, chances are you also have some form of protection on your Wireless Network, and if not, you should. If you are using WEP Encryption, you will have to choose WEP from the network setup of the PS3 and enter your encryption key. If you are using MAC Filtering, you will have to look at the Network Information screen to get the MAC Address of your PS3 and add it to your Allowed MAC Address List in your Router. Once this is accomplished, ensure that your PS3 can see the router by selecting the SCAN Option to find the network rather than entering manually. Allow the PS3 to automatically obtain an IP Address.

In my case, I am using the Alchemy Firmware to provide PPTP VPN Access to my router, but the base functionality is the same. If you need to manually assign an IP and forward Ports I can help you with that as well, as I have also done this, however, if you are using the Wireless configuration, you will still need to enter your WEP Encryption Key or add the MAC Address in order to connect.

On a side note, I have noticed that the PS3 network functionality has slow problems. Everything that I download via the Internet Connection gets to around 25% to 29% then slows tremendously for the remainder of the download. Once you are connected to the internet, the PS3 will require you to download and install an update (currently ver. 1.3) in order to use Network Functionality. This took approximatlely an hour for my PS3 to download on an 8 Megabit Road Runner connection.

Let me know if you need any other assistance.