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Hey I dont know anything about networking. I want to hook my ps2 to the internet and I dont know how to go about doing that. I have broadband connection, and the ps2 and PC are in two different rooms. My computer is a Hewlett Packard(about 5 years old) with windows XP professional. I need to know just about everything I will need to get my ps2 connected. Thanks

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A few practical notes to add to the thread (building on and ) so the original plan is easier to follow years later.

First, check which PS2 model you have: many slim PS2s include an Ethernet jack on the console, while older “fat” models use the Expansion Bay and need the Network Adaptor plus the Network Access Disc to create a saved network configuration on a memory card. (en.wikipedia.org)

If you plan to share your PC’s connection instead of a router, use Windows XP’s Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) rather than trying to hand-configure everything by trial and error — ICS will make the PC act as a simple NAT/DHCP gateway and avoid many address problems. Follow Microsoft’s ICS steps and then set the PS2 network config to DHCP (or use a static IP only when instructed). (ftp.zx.net.nz)

If running a permanent Ethernet is impossible, two practical non-invasive options are common: a Wi‑Fi Ethernet bridge (a “gaming adapter”) that sits near your router and provides a short Ethernet run to the PS2, or modern powerline (HomePlug) adapters that carry Ethernet over the house wiring. A wireless bridge is the officially supported approach for consoles that lack native Wi‑Fi; powerline adapters often give steadier latency than a wireless link but depend on house wiring quality. Check bridge/encryption compatibility with your router before buying. (sony.com)

Important modern caveat: most official PS2 online services (and Sony’s DNAS authentication) were shut down years ago (the last official servers ended in 2016), so full online play may not work for many titles unless you use fan-run servers or game-specific workarounds. If the goal is single-player or LAN play, any of the above solutions will still let you get the PS2 on your home network. (en.wikipedia.org)

Quick troubleshooting checklist: confirm model + memory card network file, test connection with the Network Access Disc or in-game network test, reboot modem/router, reserve the PS2 IP in the router or use DMZ only as a last resort for stubborn NAT problems.

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You'll need to get a wireless adapter for your PC, and a wireless router. For the Playstation, you'll need the broadband adapter. You might want to consider just connecting the Playstation directly to the wireless router, rather than using wireless, just for the sake of simplicity.

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how would you link the router to the PS2? Also, for the sake of it being impractical, I cant hook it up directly, its got be wireless.

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You could use this to go wireless. You need a broadband adapter for the playstation, you can get that about anywhere:

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Could just drill a whole in the wall >.> but hey, if u wanna spend more money, go ahead :p

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Well, I have heard that strecting out the cord is faster than if you got wireless. My friend said he lagged out when he used a wireless router, then he just stretched the cord over there and he never lagged out. What is you opinions.

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I run all wires, just for the simple purpose of price, and usability, we just drilled through the wals and floors and ran all 5 cables. We have 1 wireless but its my dads laptop for music so that doesn't really count. So i'd say cables.

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yea, I think I will go with cables, definitely cheaper.

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Good answer :D the only toruble i've ever had with cables is the wire popping out >.> lol so make sure there NEW cables, not used :p

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