Sony CECH-2501A - Adjusting Network Settings: Configuration Examples; Wired and Wireless Network Setup Examples

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CECH-2501A 4-198-819-11(1) US
Adjusting network settings
Example of a network configuration (wired)
A wired network configuration requires items ,  and .
Example of a network configuration (wireless)
A wireless network configuration requires items  and .
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The connection method may vary depending on the environment in use. For example, you may be able to connect Ethernet cables directly into the wall outlet in
housing complex units that have preinstalled LAN ports. If you are using such a network environment, you do not need a network gateway device.
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Dial-up connectivity is not supported.
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A router is a device that enables multiple devices to be connected to one Internet line. A router may be necessary if a PS3™ system and other devices such as a PC
will be connected to the Internet at the same time using one Internet connection. A router is not necessary if the DSL or cable modem or other network device has
built-in router functionality.
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A wireless router is a device that adds access point functionality to a router. A wireless network configuration requires settings information for the access point (SSID,
WEP key, WPA key) (
page 30).
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such as a DSL modem*
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