Connect the Xbox 360 to the Network

You must connect your Xbox 360 to your network. If you have a wired network, just about all you have to do to connect it is to plug in the Ethernet cable that connects the Xbox 360 to your home network and plug the Xbox 360’s power cord into a wall outlet. To be thorough, though, it’s best to follow the step-by-step instructions included with the Xbox 360 if you aren’t sure.

If you are connecting to a wireless network, you may need to configure wireless security and other settings on the Xbox 360 first. You’ll be prompted regarding what you need to input, which may include Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) keys and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) passphrases. A red light indicates it’s ready to connect. Once you have ...

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