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To connect a Nintendo Wii to your home network you need to have a working broadband connection and a router.

If you have not set up a broadband connection before attempting these steps, or if you are having problems with your broadband connection apart from connecting your Wii, please resolve these issues first.

To connect your Wii to your home network, refer to the relevant section below depending on whether you want to connect via a wired or wireless connection.

Connect your Wii via a wireless connection

Before you can connect your Wii to your wireless network you need to have a wireless router and you need to know your wireless network name and wireless password.

If you don't know what your wireless network name and wireless password is, see What is my wireless network name and wireless password? and follow the instructions for your router.

If you know your wireless network name and wireless password, you can connect your Wii to your network by carrying out the steps below:

1. Turn on your Wii, wireless router and your television.
2. Select the round Wii button in the bottom-left of the screen.
3. Select Wii Settings.
4. Select the right arrow to view more options.
5. Select Internet.
6. Select Connection Settings.
7. Select Connection 1, or any of the available connection slots.
8. Select Wireless Connection.
9. Select Search for an Access Point.
10. Wait for the search to complete and click OK when prompted.
11. Select your network.
12. Select the textbox, enter the wireless network password and select OK.
13. Select OK again.
14. To save the settings, select OK.
15. To test the connection, select OK.

Connect your Wii via a wired connection

If you want to connect your Wii to your home network via a wired connection you need to buy a Wii LAN (Local Area Network) adapter. If you have a Wii LAN adapter and you want to connect your Wii to your home network via a wired connection, follow the steps below:

1. Turn off your Wii and your router.
2. Connect the Wii LAN adapter's USB cable to a USB port on the Wii.
3. Connect the other end of the adapter to your router via an ethernet cable.
4. Turn on your Wii and router.
5. On your Wii, select the Wii button in the bottom-left corner of your TV screen.
6. Then, select Wii Settings.
7. Select the right arrow to move to the 2nd page of settings and select Internet.
8. Select Connection Settings.
9. Select a free connection.
10. Select Wired Connection.
11. Select OK to test the connection.

The connection test failed

The test should complete successfully. If not, you should consult your Wii manual, go to theNintendo Wii support site or contact Nintendo for further assistance.

Note: These steps are for the Nintendo DSi only. The Nintendo DS uses WEP encryption, which is an older wireless security method that we don't support. For help on a Nintendo DS, go to the Nintendo DS support page.

To connect a Nintendo DSi to your home network you need to have a working broadband connection, a wireless router and you need to know your wireless network name and wireless password.

If you have not set up a broadband connection before attempting these steps, or if you are having problems with your broadband connection apart from connecting your Nintendo DSi, please resolve these issues first.

If you don't know what your wireless network name and wireless password is, see What is my wireless network name and wireless password? and follow the instructions for your router.

If you know your wireless network name and wireless password, you can connect your Nintendo DSi to your network by carrying out the following steps:

1. Turn on your Nintendo DSi.
2. Access your system settings by clicking the wrench icon.
3. Scroll over to the third page and select Internet.
4. Select Connection Settings.
5. Select None next to Connection 1 or one of the other connection slots.
6. Click Search for an Access Point.
7. Select your network.
8. Click Change Security Settings.
9. Enter your wireless password and click OK.

All you need from TalkTalk to connect your Nintendo DSi to your wireless network is your wireless network name and wireless password. If you have completed the steps above, and you still cannot connect, you can go to the Nintendo DS support page for further help.

To successfully connect to the internet on your PS3, you must have a working and stable broadband connection using a router. If you have not set up a broadband connection before attempting these steps, or if you are having problems with your broadband connection apart from connecting your PS3 to your home network, please resolve these issues first.

You can either connect your PS3 to your network via a wired or wireless connection. Go to the relevant section below to find out how to connect your PS3 to your home network.

I want to connect my PS3 to my home network via a wireless connection

To connect your PS3 to your wireless network you'll need to know your wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password.If you don't know what they are, go to What is my wireless network name and wireless password? and follow the instructions for your router.

When you know your wireless details, refer to the section below to use them to connect your PS3 to your wireless network.

Connect your PS3 to your wireless network

Follow these steps to connect your PS3 to your wireless network:

1. From the PS3 main menu, select Settings, Network Settings and Internet Connection settings, then press the X button.
2. If you receive a warning message, select Yes.
3. Select Wireless as your connection method, and then press right on the directional pad.
4. Select Scan and press right again.
5. From the list, select your wireless network name (SSID) and press X.
6. On the next screen, press the right button to continue.
7. Select WPA for your wireless network's security method.
8. If a security key is required, an input page will appear. Press X to bring up the on-screen keyboard. Use the keyboard to enter your wireless password. Then press the Start button on the PS3 controller.
9. Press the right button on the directional pad to continue.
10. Select Automatic and press right again.
11. The settings will be displayed. If they are correct, press the X button. If changes are required, use the left button on the directional pad to return to previous pages.
12. To test the connection, press X. The PS3 will attempt to connect to the wireless network.

All you need from us to connect your PS3 via a wireless connection is your wireless network name and wireless password. If you have followed the steps above and your PS3 isn't connected we cannot offer any more help on this issue. If your unable to connect to the PlayStation Network, please go to the PlayStation support site for further help.

I want to connect my PS3 to my home network via a wired connection

If you choose to connect your PS3 using a wired connection, you will need your PS3, a router and an Ethernet cable. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to a spare port on your router and the other end to the LAN port at the back of the PS3. Then follow these steps:

1. From your PS3 main menu, select Settings, Network Settings and Internet Connection settings. Then press the X button.
2. If you receive a warning message, select Yes.
3. Select Wired as your connection method and press the right button on the directional pad to continue.
4. Select Automatic and press right again.
5. The settings will be displayed. If they are correct, press the X button. If changes are required, you can use the left button on the directional pad to return to previous pages.
6. To test the connection, press X. The PS3 will attempt to connect to the network.

I've followed the steps above but my PS3 won't connect

If you have followed the steps above and your PS3 still won't connect, we cannot offer any more help on this issue. Go to the PS3 support page for further help.

To connect a PSP to your home network you need to have a working broadband connection, a wireless router and you need to know your wireless network name and wireless password.

If you have not set up a broadband connection before attempting these steps, or if you are having problems with your broadband connection apart from connecting your PSP, please resolve these issues first.

If you don't know what your wireless network name and wireless password is, see What is my wireless network name and wireless password? and follow the instructions for your router.

If you know your wireless network name and wireless password, you can connect your PSP to your network by carrying out the following steps:

1. Turn on your PSP and wireless router.
2. Enable wireless on your PSP by flipping the WLAN switch to the on position.
3. Go to Settings and then Network Settings.
4. Select Infrastructure mode.
5. Select [New Connection].
6. Select Scan to look for your wireless network.
7. Select your wireless network name.
8. Press the right button on your controller to continue.
9. Select WPA-PSK (TKIP).
10. Press the X button on your controller and enter your wireless network password using the on-screen keyboard.
11. Select Easy to obtain an IP address.
12. Enter a connection name.
13. Confirm that the settings are correct.
14. Press the X button on your controller to save the settings.
15. Test the connection.

If you are connected the Internet Connection field will display Succeeded.

All you need from TalkTalk to connect your PSP wirelessly is the wireless network name and password. If the steps above do not work, you should consult the PSP manual or contact Sony.

To configure an Xbox 360 and successfully connect to Xbox LIVE using your router, you must have a working and stable broadband connection using a router. If you have not set up a broadband connection before attempting these steps, or if you are having problems with your broadband connection apart from connecting to Xbox LIVE, please resolve these issues first. You also need a subscription to Xbox LIVE.

You can either connect your Xbox 360 to your network via a wired or wireless connection. Go to the relevant section below to find out how to connect your Xbox 360 to your home network.

To connect wirelessly you'll need to know your Hub's wireless network name and wireless key. 

 How do I find the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key for my BT Home Hub or router?

1. Check your wireless adapter is plugged into your Xbox as shown: 
   
   
2. Press the  button on your controller to open the dashboard.
3. Highlight Xbox Dashboard and press  
   
   
4. From the Xbox dashboard step to My Xbox. 
   
   
5. Navigate right to System Settings and press  
   
   
6. Highlight Network Settings and press  
   
   
7. Highlight Configure Network and press . 
   
   
8. Highlight Wireless Mode and press  
   
   
9. Highlight Scan for Networks and press  
   
   
10. You'll see a list of available wireless networks. Highlight your Hub's network name and press  
    
    
11. Enter your Hub's wireless key (called a WPA or WEP key by the Xbox) and select Done. 
    
    
12. Press  
    
    
13. Highlight Test Xbox LIVE Connection and press  
    
    
14. You may be warned that testing your network connection will sign everyone out. Select Yesand the test will start. 
    
    
15. The Xbox will perform a number of tests. When complete, press  
    
    
16. That's it, you're now connected. The light on the back of your wireless adapter should now be green. 
    
    

(Note: This guide was created using a PlayStation3 with firmware version 2.52.)

Make sure your Hub or router's wireless function is switched on. Make a note of the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key. 

 How do I find the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key for my BT Home Hub or router?

1. From the PS3 home screen select Network Settings from within the Settings section. 
   
   
   
   Ensure Internet Connection is enabled (if not, select Internet Connection and toggle from disabled to enabled).
2. Select Internet Connection Settings. 
   
   
3. Select Yes to accept the warning about the system being disconnected.
   
   
4. Select Custom.
   
   
5. Select Wireless.
   
   
6. Ensure your PS3 is within range of your Hub or router and select Scan.
   
   
7. You'll see a list of Hubs and routers within range of your PS3. Highlight your Hub or router and select.
   
   
8. Verify that the Hub or router you are presented with is the one you wish to connect to and select.
   
   
9. Highlight the relevant security type (if any) in use by the Hub or router and select.
   
   
10. Enter the security key/passphrase used by the Hub or router. (If security is not set on the Hub or router this screen will not be displayed) then press the Start key on the controller. 
    (Note: Characters entered here will be displayed on the screen as asterisks.)
    
    
11. The following screens will show default settings for most Hubs or routers. Please verify that your Hub or router uses these settings: 
    
    • IP Address Setting > Automatic
    • Set the DHCP host name > Do Not Set
    • DNS Setting > Automatic
    • MTU > Automatic
    • Proxy Server > Do Not Use
    • UPnP > Enable
    
    Verify the settings you have entered are correct and press Cross. 
    
    
12. To verify your connection is working press Cross.
    
    
13. A test summary will be presented, press Circle to finish.
    
    

(Note: This guide was created using a Wii with firmware version 3.4E).

Follow the steps below to connect your Wii to your BT Home Hub.

Make sure your Hub or router's wireless function is switched on. Make a note of the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key.

 How do I find the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key for my BT Home Hub or router?

1. From the Wii home screen select Wii Options. 
   
   
2. Select Wii Settings. 
   
   
3. Select Internet (from settings screen 2). 
   
   
4. Select Connection Settings. 
   
   
5. Select the Connection number you wish to store this connection against. 
   
   
6. Select Wireless Connection. 
   
   
7. Ensure your wireless BT Home Hub or router is turned on and within range of your Wii then select Search for an Access Point.
   
   
8. The Wii will then search for wireless access points (BT Home Hubs or routers) within range. 
   
   
9. Select OK. 
   
   
10. You will be presented with a list of wireless access points within range of your Wii, select the relevant access point, which should be your BT Home Hub or router. 
    
     
    
    Note: If your BT Home Hub or router isn't secured then you won't see the following three screens.
11. Click in the 'Input the password or key' box. 
    
    
12. Enter the wirless key/passphrase for your BT Home Hub or router then select OK. 
    
    
13. Select OK. 
    
    
14. Select OK to save these details. 
    
    
15. Select OK to test your connection. 
    
    
16. The Wii will then perform a connection test on your internet connection.
    
    
17. If you wish to check for firmware updates for your console select Yes and follow on-screen instructions, if not select No.
    
    

Follow the steps below to connect your PSP to your BT Home Hub using a WEP connection.

Ensure that your Home Hub or Router has wireless capability and that this is enabled. Make a note of the Service Set Identifier (SSID) and wireless key. 

 How do I find the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key for my BT Home Hub or router?

1. From the PSP home screen select Network Settings from within the Settings section. 
   
   
2. Select Infrastructure Mode. 
   
   
3. Select [New Connection]. 
   
   
4. Ensure your PSP is within range of your BT Home Hub or Router and select Scan. 
   
   
5. Your PSP will scan for wireless access points within range. 
   
   
6. You will be presented with a list of access points within range of your PSP, highlight the relevant access point and select it (this should be your BT Home Hub or Router). 
   
   
7. Verify that the access point you are presented with is the one you wish to connect to and select. 
   
   
8. Highlight the relevant security type (if any) in use by the BT Home Hub or Router and select. 
   
    
   
   Please note if there is no security set up on the BT Home Hub or Router the next three steps are not presented.
9. Press X on the PSP to enter security key setup screen. 
   
   
10. Enter the wireless key/passphrase used for by the BT Home Hub or Router then press the Start button on the PSP. 
    
    
11. Press the right arrow button on the PSP. 
    
    
12. Select Easy. 
    
    
13. Enter the name by which you wish to refer to this connection. This will default to the SSID of the access point. 
    
    
14. Verify the details you have entered and press the right arrow button on the PSP. 
    
    
15. Press the X button on the PSP to save these settings. 
    
    
16. Press the X button in the PSP to test the connection. 
    
    
17. You will be presented with a detailed summary of your connection. When you are satisfied press the O button on the PSP to finish. 
    
    

Make sure your Hub or router's wireless function is switched on. Make a note of the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key.

 How do I find the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key for my BT Home Hub or router?

Note: The Nintendo DS only works with a Hub that has WEP security (or no security). The black BT Home Hub 2.0 has WPA security, so you may need to change it.

Insert a Wi-Fi compatible game into your Nintendo DS and access the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Set-up screen. For information on how to do this please see your game manual.

1. Select Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings. 
   
   
2. Select an unused connection. 
   
   
3. Select Search for an Access Point. 
   
    
   
   You will be presented with a list of access points (BT Home Hubs or routers) within range of your Nintendo DS.
4. If your access point has a blue unlocked icon select this option and then OK. The Nintendo DS will establish a connection with the BT Home Hub or router. Back out of the set-up screens back to your game. 
   
   
5. If your access point has a red locked icon, select this option. Enter your wireless key on the following screen then select OK. Tap OK to save these settings. Tap OK again and the Nintendo DS will establish a connection with the BT Home Hub or router. Back out of the set-up screens back to your game. 
   
   
6. If your access point has a grey locked icon then the Nintendo DS is not compatible with the security settings on your BT Home Hub or router.
    How do I change the wireless security on my BT Home Hub 2.0 to WEP? 
   
   

You can connect your PlayStation 3 to the internet using a wired connection (with an Ethernet cable, like the yellow one supplied with your Sky Broadband set-up kit ) or through a wireless connection. 
 

Before you start, switch on your Playstation 3 and check that your Sky wireless router is connected to the internet. 

If you haven't set-up your Sky Broadband router, first you will need to unpack it and start it up. You can find help and advice on doing this in our Setting up your Sky Broadband router guide. 

If you've not connected your router yet, don't forget to check your Sky Broadband activation date - you will not be able to set up your broadband connection if your Sky Broadband has not been activated. You should have received this in a letter from Sky or you can check online to see if your service has been activated. 
 

Once you have set up your router, watch our instructional videos or follow the simple step-by-step guide on how to connect your Playstation 3 to the internet. Please note that the router in the video may be different from your router at home, but the principle of connecting to the internet is exactly the same.

Connecting your PS3 to the internet with a wired connection

Unless you’ve changed it, the SSID code will probably be something like “SKY” followed by five numbers. For example SKY 12345.

You can connect your Wii to the internet using a wireless connection. To connect to the internet with wires, you will need a Wii LAN adapter. You may need to purchase this separately from the manufacturer or an electrical goods retailer. You will also need an Ethernet cable such as the yellow one supplied with Sky Broadband set-up kits. 
 

Before you try to connect your Nintendo Wii to the internet, switch on your games console and check that your Sky wireless router is connected to the internet. 
 

If you haven't set-up your Sky Broadband router, first you will need to unpack it and start it up. You can find help and advice on doing this in our Setting up your Sky Broadband router guide. 

If you've not connected your router yet, don't forget to check your Sky Broadband activation date - you will not be able to set up your broadband connection if your Sky Broadband has not been activated. You should have received this in a letter from Sky or you can check online to see if your service has been activated. 

Once you have set up your router, watch the instructional video or follow the step-by-step guide below. Please note that the router in the video may be different from your router at home, but the principle of connecting to the internet is exactly the same.

Step 1 - Open the Wii menu

Open the main Wii menu and select the Wii button. You should see this in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen.

Step 2 - Select Wii settings

You should be taken to the Settings menu. When this appears, select the Wii settings option.

Step 3 - Select 'Internet'

You’ll now go to the Wii System Settings 1 page. You actually need to be in the Wii System Settings 2 page so click on the arrow icon and you’ll be taken to the correct page.

Step 4 - Select Connection Settings

In the new page select the Internet option by pressing A on your Wii remote.

Step 5 - Select the Wireless Connection

From the list that appears, select Connection Settings then connection 1. From there, select wireless connection.

Step 6 - Select 'Search for an Access Point'

Choose the option Search for an Access Point.

Step 7 - Choose the access point you want to connect to

A message will appear on your screen telling you to choose the access point you want to connect to. Select OK.

Step 8 - Find your Wireless Network Name

For the next steps, you’ll need to know your Wireless Network Name. This is just the name of the wireless network you connect to and it’s printed on the Keep Me Handy Card that came with your Sky Broadband wireless router. 

If you can’t find it your code can also be found on the bottom of your router. Unless you’ve changed it, your wireless network name will probably be something like “ SKY” followed by five numbers. For example SKY 12345. 

Step 9 - Find the right network

Look for your wire network from the list of available networks and select it. 

Step 10 - Select the right security method

You’ll now be asked to select the security code that your router uses. Unless you'v e changed the encryption settings, this will be WPA-PSK (TKIP).

Step 11 - Enter your Network Key

You’ ll now be asked for your password, also known as yourNetwork Key. The password can be found below your wireless network name on your Keep Me Handy Card or under your Sky Broadband. 

Make sure you type it in exactly as it’s printed or it won’t work. There are no numbers, so if you see any circles they’ll be letter Os, not zeros.

Step 12 - Save Settings

A message will appear asking if you want to save these settings. Select OK so you don’t have to repeat these steps every time you want to connect your Wii to the internet.

Step 13 - Test your internet connection

A different message will pop up telling you that your network settings have been saved. Select “OK” and your Wii will automatically test your connection to make sure that no mistakes have been made.

Step 14 - You are now connected to the internet

Once the test has finished you’ll see a screen telling you that the connection was successful. It will then ask if you’d like to perform a Wii system update. Select No to return to the  main menu. That's it, your now ready to start online gaming.

You can connect your Nintendo DSi to the internet through a wireless connection. Before you start, make sure that your Sky wireless router is connected to the internet and you can connect to the router using your computer. Then turn on your Nintendo DSi. 
 

If you haven't set-up your Sky Broadband router, first you will need to unpack it and start it up. You can find help and advice on doing this in our Setting up your Sky Broadband router guide. 

If you've not connected your router yet, don't forget to check your Sky Broadband activation date - you will not be able to set up your broadband connection if your Sky Broadband has not been activated. You should have received this in a letter from Sky or you can check online to see if your service has been activated. 

Once you have set up your router, watch the instructional video or follow the simple step-by-step guide. Please note that the router in the video may be different from your router at home, but the principle of connecting to the internet is exactly the same.

Step 1 - Turn on your DSi

Turn on your Nintendo DSi.

Step 2 - Select system settings option

Wait for the DSi menu to appear on your screen and select the System Settings option. 

Step 3 - Select wireless communications

Once you have done this, select Wireless Communications. Once the page has loaded you’ll need to select On and then OK.

Step 4 - Select the Internet option

These instructions will help you connect your Nintendo Wii to O2 Home Broadband wirelessly. The Wii has wireless built in, and it's usually easy to get it all working.

Make sure the DSL light on the O2 wireless box is lit green.  Then follow these steps:

1. Turn on your Wii.
   
   
2. On the main menu, click the 'Wii' button in the bottom left corner.
   
   
3. You'll see the settings screen. Click on 'Wii Settings'.
   
   
4. Now, in 'Wii System Settings', click the blue arrow on the right to see the second screen of options.
   
   
5. Click the 'Internet' button.
   
   
6. Select 'Connection Settings'.
   
   
7. Select an open connection from the list that appear. Open connections will have 'None' next to them.
   
   
8. Select 'Wireless Connection'.
   
   
9. Click 'Search for an Access Point'.
   
   
10. Wait while your console searches for wireless networks.
    
    
11. Once it's finished the search, click 'OK' to choose which network to connect to.
    
    
12. The list of networks should include the name printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box. Choose that name.
    
    
13. You'll be asked to enter a security code before you can connect. Enter the WEP key printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box.
    
    
14. Click 'Save' and then 'OK' to save your connection settings.
    
    
15. Select 'OK' again to test the connection.

Once the test succeeds, you'll be online and all ready to go.

Getting extra help

If you have any problems getting connected, please refer to your Wii's instructions, and the advice on the Nintendo website. See the 'Related Links' below, for a good starting point.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites.

These instructions will help you connect your Nintendo Wii to O2 Home Broadband with a cable. You'll need to buy the optional Nintendo Wii LAN Adapter in order to do this.

If you don't want to do this, you could connect wirelessly instead. The Wii has wireless built in, so you can connect to O2 Home Broadband without buying any new equipment.

If you still want to go ahead and use a cable, follow these instructions. As well as the Nintendo Wii LAN Adapter, you’ll need a standard network cable. You can use the yellow Ethernet cable we sent you when you first joined O2 Home Broadband. Or most computer shops will be able to sell you one (it can be any colour you like).

Make sure the DSL/Broadband light on the O2 wireless box is lit green.  Then follow these steps:

1. With your Wii turned off, plug the Wii LAN Adapter into the USB port on the back of the Wii console.
   
   
2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into one of the yellow sockets on the back of the O2 wireless box.
   
   
3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the socket on the LAN Adapter.
   
   
4. Turn on your Wii.
   
   
5. On the main menu, click the 'Wii' button in the bottom left corner.
   
   
6. You'll see the settings screen. Click on 'Wii Settings'.
   
   
7. Now, in 'Wii System Settings', click the blue arrow on the right to see the second screen of options.
   
   
8. Click the 'Internet' button.
   
   
9. Select 'Connection Settings'.
   
   
10. Select an open connection from the list that appear. Open connections will have None next to them.
    
    
11. Select 'Wired Connection'.
    
    
12. Click 'OK' on the next screen.
    
    
13. Your console will try to connect to the O2 wireless box.

Once this succeeds, you'll be online and all ready to go.

Getting more help

If you run into problems getting online with your Wii, please refer to the instructions and advice from Nintendo. Their website is an excellent place to start – please see the 'Related Links' below, for more information.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites.

RELATED LINKS

These instructions will help you connect your Xbox 360 to O2 Home Broadband using a standard network cable.

You'll need a standard network cable to get your Xbox 360 online. You can use the yellow Ethernet cable we sent you when you first joined O2 Home Broadband. Or most computer shops will be able to sell you one.

First, make sure the DSL light on the O2 wireless box is lit green.

Then follow these steps:

1. Check your Xbox 360 doesn't have a disk in, and that it's turned off.
   
   
2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into one of the yellow sockets on the back of the O2 wireless box.
   
   
3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into your Xbox 360's network socket. This is the same shape as the yellow sockets on the O2 wireless box.
   
   
4. Turn on your Xbox 360.
   
   
5. You'll need to do one of two things:

- If you've already used your Xbox 360, the dashboard will open to the 'Xbox Live' area. Choose the Xbox Live banner. Once you see the 'Xbox Live Marketplace', you'll know you're connected to the Internet.

- If you haven't turned on your Xbox 360 before, you need to create a new gamer profile. It's pretty straightforward – if you need help, please see the link to the Microsoft website in the 'Related Links'.

That's it – you're connected to the Internet.

Extra help

If you have problems getting your Xbox 360 connected, please refer to the instructions that came with your console, and Microsoft's troubleshooting advice. The Xbox 360 website is a good place to start – see the 'Related Links', below.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites.

These instructions will help you connect your Xbox 360 to O2 Home Broadband wirelessly. You can go online with a cable too – this is usually the better option if you want to play games, because it can let you react slightly faster to the action on screen.

The Xbox 360 doesn't come with wireless as standard. So before you can connect it to the Internet wirelessly, you need to get Microsoft’s Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter. You can get information on this from Microsoft.

Make sure the DSL/Broadband light on the O2 wireless box is lit green. Then follow these steps:

1. Check your Xbox 360 doesn't have a disk in it, and that it's turned off.
   
   
2. Turn your Xbox on and wait for the 'Dashboard' to appear.
   
   
3. From 'System in the Xbox 360 Dashboard', select 'Network Settings'.
   
   
4. Choose 'Edit Settings'.
   
   
5. On the 'Basic Settings' tab, select 'Wireless Mode'.
   
   
6. You'll see a list of wireless networks. Look for the SSID (network name) that matches what's printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box.
   
   
7. Select that network from the list.
   
   
8. You'll be asked for some wireless security information. Enter the WEP key that's printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box.
   
   
9. Choose 'Apply'. Then, to make sure the connection's working, select 'Test' when prompted.

That's it – you're all ready to go. You just need to sign up for Microsoft's Xbox Live service in order to play games with (or against) other people on the Internet. See the 'Related Links' to find out all about it.

Getting more help

For further help setting up your Xbox 360, please refer to Microsoft's information. There's lots on their website - the 'Related Links', below, are a good place to start.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites.

These instructions will help you connect your PlayStation 3 (PS3) to the Internet wirelessly. You can go online with a cable too – this is usually a better option if you want to play games. To see how, read 'Connecting your PlayStation 3 with a cable'.

Once you're online, you can play games with other people, browse the Internet and more. To connect wirelessly, your PS3 must be equipped with the wireless LAN feature.

First, make sure the DSL/Broadband light on the O2 wireless box is lit green. Then turn your PS3 on and follow these steps:

1. From the home menu, select 'Network Settings' under 'Settings'.
   
   
2. Choose 'Internet Connection Settings'. If you see a message saying you'll be disconnected from the Internet, choose 'Yes'.
   
   
3. Select 'Wireless'
   
   
4. Choose 'Scan'
   
   
5. Your PS3 will look for wireless access points.
   
   
6. A list will appear. There will be a column titled SSID. Find the SSID of your O2 wireless box in this list. If you haven't changed it, it's printed on the bottom of the box itself.
   
   
7. Choose that line from the list.
   
   
8. A list of security methods will appear. Choose 'WEP'.
   
   
9. You'll be asked to enter an encryption key. Type in the WEP key that's printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box.
   
   
10. Select 'Easy' on the next screen.
    
    
11. You'll see a list of the basic settings. Choose to 'Save' them.
    
    
12. Select 'Test Connection' and your PS3 will connect to the Internet. If it all works, you'll see some information about your network appear.

Your PS3 is now connected to the Internet.

Start playing

To start playing games online, you need to sign up for a free PLAYSTATION®Network account. You can do this from the home menu by choosing 'Friends' from the home menu and selecting 'Sign Up'.

Problems?

If you need other help setting up your console, please refer to Sony's information for help and advice. Their website has loads of information and troubleshooting advice. The 'Related Links', below, are a good place to start.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites.

These instructions will help you connect your PlayStation 3 (PS3) to the Internet using a cable. You can go wireless too – to see how, read 'Connecting your PlayStation 3 wirelessly' above.

Once you're connected, you can play games with other people online, browse the Internet and more.

You'll need a standard Ethernet cable to connect your PS3 to the O2 wireless box. You can use the yellow Ethernet cable we sent you. If you're already using it to connect something else, most computer shops should be able to sell you an extra one. (It doesn't have to be yellow, unless you’re into colour coordination).

The instructions assume that you’ve already connected to the Internet with your O2 wireless box, and you just want to add your PS3 to it.

Is your PS3 switched off?

Great. Now here’s what to do:

1. Make sure the DSL/Broadband light on the O2 wireless box is lit green. If it’s not, the 'Related Links', below, explain what to check.
   
   
2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into one of the yellow sockets on the back of the O2 wireless box.
   
   
3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into your PS3's network socket. This is the same shape as the yellow sockets on the O2 wireless box.
   
   
4. Turn on your PS3.
   
   If everything's set up correctly, your PS3 will connect to the Internet automatically. You can check this once your PS3 has finished starting up:
5. From the home menu, select 'Network Settings' under 'Settings'.
   
   
6. Choose 'Internet Connection Settings'. If you see a message saying you'll be disconnected from the Internet, choose 'Yes'.
   
   
7. Select 'Wired Connection'. You don't need to do this if your PS3 doesn't have wireless built in.
   
   
8. Choose 'Easy'. You'll see a list of the basic settings.
   
   
9. Choose to 'Save' these settings.
   
   
10. Select 'Test Connection' and your PS3 will connect to the Internet. If it all works, you'll see some information about your network appear.

Your PS3 is now connected to the Internet.

Problems?

If you need more help setting up your console, please refer to information from Sony. The 'Related Links', below, are a good place to start.

What next?

To start playing games online, you need to sign up for a free PLAYSTATION®Network account. You can do this from the home menu by choosing 'Friends' from the home menu and selecting 'Sign Up'.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites.

These instructions will help you connect your Sony PSP to O2 Home Broadband wirelessly. Once you're online, you can play games with other people, browse the Internet and more.

If you haven't already connected to the Internet with your O2 wireless box, see the 'Related Links' to find out how to get started. Then come back here to connect your PSP. The instructions assume that you haven’t changed the settings of the O2 wireless box.

First, make sure the DSL/Broadband light on the O2 wireless box is lit green.  Then turn your PSP on and follow these steps:

1. Make sure the WLAN switch on the left side of your PSP is switched on.
   
   
2. From the home menu, choose 'Settings'.
   
   
3. Choose 'Network Settings' and press the 'X' button.
   
   
4. Select 'Infrastructure Mode' and press 'X' again.
   
   
5. Choose 'New Connection' and press 'X'.
   
   
6. Now you can enter a name for your connection using the on-screen keyboard. You can call it whatever you like, though we'd recommend something recognisable.
   
   
7. Next, you need to choose the name of the wireless network you're connecting to. Select the 'Scan' option.
   
   
8. You'll see a list of wireless networks. Each has a name, also called the SSID. Look for the SSID of your O2 wireless box in the list. It's printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box.
   
   
9. Select this line from the list and press 'X'.
   
   
10. Press the right directional button to confirm.
    
    
11. A list of security methods will appear. Choose 'Wired Equivalent Privacy' (WEP) and press the right arrow button to enter your WEP key.
    
    
12. Type in the WEP key that's printed on the bottom of your O2 wireless box. You'll only see eight asterisks, no matter how many letters and numbers you enter.
    
    
13. After entering the security information, press the right arrow button to continue.
    
    
14. Choose the 'Easy address' setting and press the right arrow button
    
    
15. Check the settings, and press 'X' to save the connection.

To make sure it's all working properly, select 'Test Connection' and press 'X.' You should see details about your network appear.

Getting extra help

If your PSP appears to have connected to the O2 wireless box, but you can't get online, please double-check that your O2 wireless box is connected to the Internet. The easiest way to do this is to make sure the DSL/Broadband and Internet lights on the box are lit.

If you run into further problems getting your PSP connected, please check Sony's website, and the instructions that came with your PSP for help. The 'Related Links', below, are a good place to start.

By clicking the links below you are leaving the O2 website. O2 has no control over the data contained in the 3rd party websites and is not responsible for any losses you may suffer through reliance placed by you or any person on the information in these sites

Your O2 wireless box comes with its own firewall. It’s a bit like a drawbridge for your internet connection. So when you use a piece of software that needs the internet to work properly, it has to go through a ‘port’ to get past your firewall.

It’s quite technical stuff. But you shouldn’t ever have to worry about it. Most software today is designed to automatically find the right port.

This article will show you how to connect your Nintendo Wii console to a Netgear wireless router:

step 1 - choose your router from the list of access points

From the Wii console's main menu:

1. Click the Wii button in the lower left corner:
   
   
   
    
2. Click Wii Settings:
   
   
   
    

3. Click the right facing arrow: 
   
   
   
    
4. Click Internet: 
   
   
   
    
5. Click Connection Settings:
   
   
   
    
6. Select a connection indicated as 'None'. In the example below we can choose Connection 1:
   
   
   
    
7. Click Wireless Connection: 
   
   
   
    
8. Click Search for access point: 
   
   
   
    
9. The Wii console will search for an access point:
   
   
   
    
10. Click OK: 
    
    
    
     
11. The router should appear in a list of available wireless networks - in the example below it's OrangeE687FC: 
    
    
    
    
     

step 2 - enter security settings

1. Click to select your router:
   
   
   
    
2. Click on the 'Input the password or key' field: 
   
   
   
    
3. Click Caps - it's really important that all letters are entered in upper case:
   
   
   
    
4. Click to enter each character of the security key.
5. The security key was chosen when you set up security on the router for the first time.

 If you have the Pre-configured Netgear DGN 1000 router you'll see a wireless settings sticker at bottom of the router. Wireless network name (SSID) and security key are printed on this sticker. WiFi security on this router is enabled by default and the mode is Mixed WPA/WPA2.

6. Click OK: 
   
   
   
    
7. Click OK: 
   
   
   
    
8. Click OK to save settings: 
   
   
   
    
9. Click OK to start the connection test: 
   
   
   
    
10. The Wii console will check if it's connected to your router:
    
    
    
     
11. If the connection test is successful, internet setup is complete and your Wii console wirelessly connected:
    
    

step 3 - update the console

Finally, choose if you'd like to update your Wii console. If you would, click Yes and follow the onscreen prompts.

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