Using the PS2 Game Console with the Cable Modem The Sony Playstation 2 has the ability to connect through an ISP to allow for interactive gaming with other users. Mediacom or mchsi.com does allow our customers to connect their PS2 game console using our service. It is important that the following conditions be understood prior to connecting your PS2 to our network.

Mediacom provides only the Internet access for the PS2 to connect to specialized online PS2 game servers. Mediacom does not host or control the online PS2 game servers, and is not responsible for issues related to connectivity issues when attempting to connect to any PS2 game server. Mediacom is providing access to our high speed internet network, and can only provide support for matters related to general internet connectivity.

As the Sony Playstation 2 is equipment that is not provided by Mediacom, you will need to contact Sony or your retailer for support regarding any technical problems that arise outside of general internet connectivity issues.

A hub/router is needed to connect both a PS2 and a computer to the cable modem. Mediacom does not provide support for any form of networking equipment, such as hubs or routers. Customers desiring to use a hub will need to acquire one from a retailer or manufacturer, as this is equipment that is not available from Mediacom.

In order to use the Sony PS2 along with another online device, you will need to purchase an additional IP address. Please contact either your Mediacom local customer service or Internet Support, who will be able to notify you of the additional charge.

It is recommended by Sony that the use of routers NOT be used in conjunction with using the PS2 online. Sony reports a number of gaming issues when the PS2 is connected through a router.

It is recommended that if you desire to print out the following instructions, that a color printer be used. The Sony Playstation 2 backgrounds in the setup screens are very dark, and may not be able to print properly when printed in B&W.

1. Load the Network Adapter Start-up Disk. This is provided with the PS2 Ethernet adapter. Select ISP Setup from the screen.
   
   
   




2. After choosing ISP Setup, the following screen will appear:
   
   
   




3. Make sure that the network adapter is found. If an error message appears, the network adapter is either installed incorrectly, or there is a technical problem with the PS2.
   
   
   




4. A screen appears notifying that SCEA (a Sony company) is not affiliated with our Internet service. Press the X button on the PS2 game pad.
   
   
   




5. The next two screen shots below will allow you to create/edit/delete an ISP name. Choose New, and then type in any name (we recommend Mchsi).
   
   
   




6. After typing in your chosen ISP name, choose ENTER.
   
   
   




7. Double-check to make sure that the Ethernet cord is NOT connected to the PS2 game console.




8. In the following screen choose YES.








9. Make sure that High Speed Connection [Cable or DSL] is chosen on the next screen.
   
   
   




10. Choose Automatic Settings on the next screen.
    
    
    




11. Choose NO when asked if the ISP requires a User ID and Password, as shown below.
    
    
    




12. When asked whether or not to input a DHCP host name, select NO.
    
    
    




13. The following two screens will appear. The second screen may not appear for up to two minutes. At this point, the search needs to fail. Do not plug in the Ethernet cable during this search. After making sure the second screen appears, press the Select button, so that the Help menu is displayed.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    




14. When you see the help screen, plug the Ethernet cable into the PS2 game console.




15. Press the Triangle button on the game pad to exit this screen.




16. Press the X button to re-test the network connection again.




17. You will get a notification that the PS2 is connected for online play. Click the X button when the screen below appears.




18. You will receive a congratulations screen, and will be prompted to return to the main menu. After receiving the congratulations screen, you are ready to start using your Sony Playstation 2 for fast, interactive online gaming.

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