Connecting Existing High-Speed Internet Subscribers Owning Game Consoles
USB Cable Modem
Ethernet Cable
Hub/Router
Sony PlayStation 2/3 - Basic Setup
Microsoft XBox - Basic Setup
Technical Support
Nintendo Wii - Basic Setup
PSP Handheld - Basic Setup
Nintendo DS/Lite - Basic Setup
Ordering High-Speed Internet Service without a Computer

CONNECTING EXISTING HIGH-SPEED INTERNET SUBSCRIBERS
with GAME CONSOLES

USB CABLE MODEM
If you don't have an Ethernet hub or router, then you may consider using a USB cable modem. A cable modem converts the broadband signal into data understandable to your wired device and vice-versa. With the Toshiba Modem typically used here in Maine, you can operate both the USB and the Ethernet port on the modem simultaneously. Just plug your gaming console into the network port, while keeping your computer on the USB port.

If you have a different cable modem that connects directly to your machine via USB, then you may need a second network card to connect from your computer to the game console. Note that if you have a USB Ethernet adapter for use with your Cable Uplink you can use any of the other configurations since a USB Ethernet adapter is basically just a type of network card. An additional card is ONLY needed if your Cable Modem connects directly to your machine via USB (no network cable), and will not support simultaneous connections on the modem.

Basic Setup. For Demonstration Purposes Only.
Time Warner Cable is not liable for any damages to customer's
equipment resulting from customer's improper game console hookup.

ETHERNET CABLE
An Ethernet cable, usually category 5 cable, carries the broadband signal.

HUB/ROUTER
A hub/router splits the broadband data signal between Internet devices. At this time, Road Runner provides up to five(5) IP addresses per residential account. Each connected device requires its own IP address.

SONY PLAYSTATION 2/3 - Basic Setup
You will need to run a setup software when installing your router software specific to your cable service and your PS2 with optional network adapter disc does the setup automatically. Your best bet is to purchase an all-in-one router with 4-port switch included, such as brands like Linksys, D-Link, 3COM, Netgear, Cisco, Orinoco, Asante, Proxim, SMC, or Siemens. These usually run between $75 to $125. If you have a Playstation 3 with the 20 GB hard drive, you only have an Ethernet connection. If you have a Playstation 3 with the 60GB hard drive, you have your choice of Ethernet or wireless.

Basic Setup. For Demonstration Purposes Only.
Time Warner Cable is not liable for any damages to customer's
equipment resulting from customer's improper game console hookup.

MICROSOFT XBOX/XBox 360 - Basic Setup
The basic setup below demonstrates how current XBox/XBox 360 owners may connect their game console to their computer. XBox will need a network adapter, not included. You will also need to have X-Box Live, along with a high-speed connection to join other players on the Internet using your XBox/XBox 360. The XBox 360 comes installed with an ethernet connection, or a wireless adapter at additional cost.

Basic Setup. For Demonstration Purposes Only.
Time Warner Cable is not liable for any damages to customer's
equipment resulting from customer's improper game console hookup.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
You will have to contact the retailer where you purchased your console or the manufacturer of your console. Time Warner Cable WILL NOT provide support to your game console, only the connection from the outlet to your cable modem. Technical support is limited to the capabilities of the Level 1 team. Any support beyond that will need to be directed to either Sony, Microsoft, or the game console retailer.

ORDERING HIGH-SPEED INTERNET SERVICE WITHOUT A COMPUTER
If you would like to connect your game console to the Internet, you may order high-speed Internet service even if you don't own a computer. For PS2 users, you will need a network adapter. PS3,PSP or Nintendo DS/Lite users only need high-speed access. For XBox/XBox 360 users, you will need the XBox Live software. Call Time Warner Cable of Maine at 253-2222 or 1-800-833-2253 and get connected today!