Connect the game console to the home network
You need to connect the next-gen game consoles to the Internet to enjoy all of its features. In the following practical tip, we will show you how to connect the console to your home network and download the latest content.
Connect home network via cable
Configuring the Internet on your game console via cable is quick and gives you a stable connection.
- Obtain a normal network cable of the required length to connect the router to your game console.
- Plug the cable into the connectors of your router and your game console.
- You can now select the connection via cable in the network settings on your game console.
- If you are asked for a "simple" connection type, select it. The connection is then set up automatically.
Connect game console via WiFi
The new generation of game consoles has an integrated WLAN module.
- Open the network settings on your game console.
- Select "WLAN" or "Wireless connection" as the connection type.
- Now you have to select your WiFi network and enter your password, as you are used to from PC and mobile devices.
- The connection to the WiFi network will now be established automatically when the game console is started.
- Attention: If your connection is unstable or you can observe a delay in the game flow, you should consider a cable connection.