Connect a Games Console

For the most reliable online gaming experience, it's best to use a wired Ethernet connection. This reduces latency and provides a more stable connection. If Ethernet isn’t available, follow the steps below to connect using Wi-Fi.

PlayStation 5

Wired connection

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the router to the LAN port on the PS5.
2. Go to Settings > Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection.
3. Select Set Up Wired LAN > Connect.
4. Choose Test Internet Connection if you want to confirm speeds.

Wireless connection

1. Go to Settings > Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection.
2. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list.
3. Enter your Wi-Fi password and press OK/Done.
4. Wait for the confirmation message.
5. Select Test Internet Connection if needed.

PlayStation 4

Wired Connection

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the router to the LAN port on the PS4.
2. Go to Settings > Network > Set Up Internet Connection.
3. Select Use a LAN Cable.
4. Choose Easy.
5. Select Test Internet Connection.

Wireless Connection

1. Go to Settings > Network > Set Up Internet Connection.
2. Select Use Wi-Fi.
3. Choose Easy.
4. Select your Wi-Fi network.
5. Enter your Wi-Fi password and press Done.
6. Select Test Internet Connection.

PlayStation 3

Wired Connection

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your router to the PS3.
2. Go to Settings > Network Settings > Internet Connection Settings.
3. Select Wired Connection.
4. Choose Easy.
5. Save and test the connection.

Wireless Connection

1. Go to Settings > Network Settings > Internet Connection Settings.
2. Select Wireless.
3. Choose Scan.
4. Select your Wi-Fi network.
5. Enter your Wi-Fi password.
6. Choose Easy > Save > Test Connection.

Xbox

Wired Connection

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from a LAN port on your router to the Ethernet port on the Xbox.
2. Press the Xbox button.
3. Go to Profile & System > Settings > General > Network Settings.
4. The console will automatically detect Wired Network.
5. Select Test network connection.

Wireless Connection

1. Press the Xbox button.
2. Go to Profile & System > Settings > General > Network Settings.
3. Select Set up wireless network.
4. Choose your Wi-Fi network.
5. Enter your Wi-Fi password and select Connect.
6. Choose Test network connection if you want to verify performance.

Nintendo Switch

Wired connection

The Nintendo Switch only supports Ethernet through the dock (or a USB Ethernet adapter).

1. Plug an Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the Switch dock.
2. If your dock doesn’t have a LAN port, use a USB Ethernet adapter.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN port on the router.
4. Insert the Switch into the dock.
5. Go to System Settings > Internet > Internet Settings.
6. Select Wired Connection.

Wireless Connection

1. On the home menu go to System Settings > Internet > Internet Settings.
2. Choose your Wi-Fi network.
3. Enter your Wi-Fi password and press OK.
4. Wait for the connection test to complete.