Network setup¶
The SMB share, UDPBD, the NBD server and Network Update use the PS2's Ethernet port: built into slim models, or the network adapter in the expansion bay of a fat model. Connect it to your router or switch with a cable.
Network Settings¶
Main menu → Network Settings. The top part is the PS2 itself; the SMB Server part is for the SMB share.
| Field | Default | What to enter |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Options | Off | Turn on to change Ethernet Link Mode and the SMB Port |
| Ethernet Link Mode | Auto | Auto, or force 100 Mbit / 10 Mbit, full or half duplex. Leave Auto unless the link fails. |
| IP Address Type | DHCP | DHCP gets an address from the router. Static uses the fields below. |
| IP Address | 192.168.0.10 | The PS2's address (static only) |
| Mask | 255.255.255.0 | The subnet mask of your LAN |
| Gateway | 192.168.0.1 | Your router |
| DNS Server | 192.168.0.1 | Your router or another DNS server; only Network Update needs it |
Choose OK to apply, then Save Changes in the main menu to keep the settings (they are stored in
conf_network.cfg).
Static or DHCP
SMB, NBD and Network Update work with DHCP or a static address. UDPBD needs a static address: it ignores DHCP. Pick an address on your LAN that no other device uses, outside the range your router hands out by DHCP.
Your LAN is often 192.168.1.x instead of 192.168.0.x: check the address of your PC (ipconfig on Windows,
ip addr on Linux) and use the same first three numbers.
Network errors¶
| Message | Meaning |
|---|---|
200: No network adaptor detected. |
No network adapter found: on a fat PS2, check that the adapter is seated. |
310: No network connection. |
No link after 30 seconds: check the cable and the router port, or try a fixed Ethernet Link Mode. |
311: DHCP server unavailable. |
No answer from DHCP: check the router, or use a static address. |
202: The network adapter is used by UDPBD... |
UDPBD is on, so SMB, NBD and Network Update cannot start. See UDPBD. |
<n>: Network startup error. |
Another startup error; note the number when reporting it. |
The SMB errors (300–305) are on the SMB page.