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no u must use an ethernet cable or wireless internet For most people who do not have a wireless connection in their home they must also purchase at least a router to allow a connection between the cable modem and the PS3. An ethernet cable allows a wired connection between the PS3 and the router and if running a cable is a problem you need to purchase a wireless router. Although I purchased a wireless router I found that the wired connection worked better and the wireless router also had four wired connection spots on the back.

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No you can use wired internet which is faster

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No the USB on the PS3 can not be used to provide the internet connection

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No the dongle plugs into the USB drive. The USB drive can not be used for an internet connection only an ethernet cable or a WiFi connection can be used to connect the PS3 to the internet

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Where do you put the internet piece on a PlayStation 3?

There is no internet piece to put on the PlayStation 3. Out of the box the PS3 can connect to the internet both wired and wirelessly. To use the wireless you must have a wireless internet connection though.


How do you put wirelees internet in PS3?

As far as I know all PS3's game with a wireless internet adapter installed. You just need to go into your PS3 settings and find the Internet/Network Connection settings. Once you find that you can have the PS3 guide you step by step on how to hook up y0 PS3 to your wireless internet connection.


What is the wpa key for PS3 to get on the internet?

All the ads showing features for the PS3 state Online connectivity requires broadband internet service and network devices such as a DSL or cable modem. Most people who have this also require a router and an ethernet cable or a wireless router to allow connection of more than one device to there internet service. Once the PS3 is connected with an ethernet cable or you have a wireless router then you go to the PS3 main menu settings and then the Network setting then network connections. If you do not have the internet you can not set up a wireless connection just because the PS3 has wireless, unless you use someone else's wireless signal


What is PS3 Wireless?

It is the ability for the PS3 to comment to an internet source without you having to purchase something that must be connected to the PS3. It does not allow you to connect if you don't have a wireless internet connection,


With an Ethernet connection for a ps3 do you have to pay for the internet?

The charge is for the internet access if you don't already have internet access. PS3 does not provide free internet it provides free use of the PlayStation Network on the internet. It does not matter if you use WiFi or an Ethernet cable to connect the use of the PS3 on the internet is free, the internet is the same charge to you with or without a PS3.

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Can you use wireless internet on a 120 GB PS3 slim?

Yup, you sure can. You can use wireless internet on all ps3's.


How does wireless internet on PS3 slim work?

You have to have wireless internet and then the PS3 has the ability to connect to it.


How do you install wireless internet on your PS3?

Your PS3 must have a wireless adapter installed if you want to connect to the internet wirelessly. Otherwise, if you don't you will have to use an Ethernet cable. If you have a wireless adapter installed on your PS3. You will need to connect it to your wireless router. Go to the wireless network menu on your PS3. Find the (SSID) network name of your network. Connect to it!


How can you share your wireless internet with your PS3?

You can not share your phone wireless internet with your PS3. The PS3 will search for a WiFi connection and if one is found it can be used to connect to the internet. If you have internet service it is not a problem to connect to the PS3


Can you use any wifi set up to get internet through your ps3?

If the PS3 is already wireless then it should connect to any internet network via a wireless router. Sony's PS3 support site has all the information you need for your setup.


Does a wireless router come with a PS3?

a ps3 does not come with a wireless router It comes with the ability to connect to a wireless router or modem or with an ethernet cable. No other kind of internet connection to the PS3 is possible. For instance you would not be able to plug something into the USB port to use for an internet connection.


If you get a cord with a usb slot on each side can you plug one end into a PS3 and the other into a laptop with a wireless card and then the PS3 has internet?

The PlayStation can not use the USB for an internet connection. The only way the PS3 can have an internet connection is with the WiFi or from the ethernet cable A PS3 has a wireless card inbuilt, I believe, so there shouldn't be a need for this.


Is your PS3 wireless?

All PS3 but the first 20 GB model are wireless. That means if you already have a wireless internet connection they can connect to it.


Do you need a wireless adapter to get online with the PS3?

You need a WiFi connection to the internet to be able to use the wireless connection in the PS3. For people without one and that already have an internet connection they can purchase a wireless router and connect it to the modem. You can also purchase a router and an ethernet cable and have a wired connection to the internet.


How Do you connect a PS3 with Sierra wireless USB?

You can not use the USB for PS3 internet connection See related link for Video Tutorial


Can you get wireless internet with the PS3 without a wireless router?

It depends if you have public internet in your area or an unsecured network.


Where do you put the internet piece on a PlayStation 3?

There is no internet piece to put on the PlayStation 3. Out of the box the PS3 can connect to the internet both wired and wirelessly. To use the wireless you must have a wireless internet connection though.