Finally got my PS2 Network Adaptor! (or "VG Talk Tech Support rules!")

Static Cling · 11-10-02, 11:41 AM

Edited: Fix found, see below. Thanks a bunch!

So, after waiting on someone to send me a PS2 Network Adaptor for a loooooong time, I finally get it in the mail this weekend. Aces. I move my PS2 so that the cable from my computer can reach, install the network adaptor, plug in my Ethernet cable, put in the install disk, run the connection test... "Connection test failed." Huh. Try it again. Failed. And again... and failed.

Call up Comcast and ask them what's up.

Him: "At the time, we're not supporting the PS2 Network Adaptor."
Me: "But I've already got cable Internet service with my PC... I can't just unplug that and plug in my adaptor?"
Him: "No, sir... right now, we're not supporting it."
Me: *resisting the urge to flip out* "Okay... well, do you know when you might support the adaptor?"
Him: "No... we don't have a planned date on when we're going to support it. You can call my manager on Monday... he might know more on the subject."

WAAAAAAAAUUUGGHHH! It's not like I'm hurting for games to play, but still... this was anticlimactic as hell. And it's not like I live in the middle of frickin' Montana or something... I live in Montgomery County, MD, north of DC... overall, a pretty pricey place to live. And Comcast cheaps out on PS2 network support? Inconceivable, as the late Wallace Shawn might say.

Anyone else experienced this? What did you do, other than fight the urge to go kick some Comcast butt?

Flay · 11-10-02, 11:59 AM

I scanned over the IGN boards and several others are having Comcast problems with no solutions. I'm just speculating, but it could have something to do with this:

http://www.teamxbox.com/news.php?id=3771

Quote:

Customers want an Internet service that lets them do everything on the Web better and faster -- from playing games to banking and more -- and Comcast high-speed Internet service does just that," said Greg Butz, vice president of marketing and business development for Comcast Online. "Now, when customers see the 'Xbox Compatible' logo in stores, kiosks or on Comcast Web sites, they'll know that they'll get the most robust gaming experience on our network."

mrglass · 11-10-02, 12:36 PM

I live in Baltimore County and Comcast is my cable/internet provider. I've had absolutely no problems with the XBox Live service or playing games online with my PS2.

If you don't have a router, try unplugging your cable modem for five minutes. Then plug in your ethernet cable to the PS2 and plug in your cable modem. I've read on various message boards that this has worked for some people.

Static Cling · 11-10-02, 01:13 PM

I'll try unplugging the modem... thanks!

Josh H · 11-10-02, 01:28 PM

That sucks. I live in Howard County, so now I guess I know not to go with Comcast for broadband if the cost ever comes down.

Static Cling · 11-10-02, 02:13 PM

Actually, unplugging the modem for a little while worked like a charm! Thanks a bunch, mrglass!

Played a little multiplayer Frequency, and that was fun.

mrglass · 11-10-02, 03:16 PM

Cool...glad to see that fix worked for you!

11-10-02, 11:41 AM	#1
Static Cling Admin Emeritus Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Texas, our Texas! All hail the mighty state! Posts: 12,839	Finally got my PS2 Network Adaptor! (or "I hate Comcast!") Edited: Fix found, see below. Thanks a bunch! So, after waiting on someone to send me a PS2 Network Adaptor for a loooooong time, I finally get it in the mail this weekend. Aces. I move my PS2 so that the cable from my computer can reach, install the network adaptor, plug in my Ethernet cable, put in the install disk, run the connection test... "Connection test failed." Huh. Try it again. Failed. And again... and failed. Call up Comcast and ask them what's up. Him: "At the time, we're not supporting the PS2 Network Adaptor." Me: "But I've already got cable Internet service with my PC... I can't just unplug that and plug in my adaptor?" Him: "No, sir... right now, we're not supporting it." Me: resisting the urge to flip out "Okay... well, do you know when you might support the adaptor?" Him: "No... we don't have a planned date on when we're going to support it. You can call my manager on Monday... he might know more on the subject." WAAAAAAAAUUUGGHHH! It's not like I'm hurting for games to play, but still... this was anticlimactic as hell. And it's not like I live in the middle of frickin' Montana or something... I live in Montgomery County, MD, north of DC... overall, a pretty pricey place to live. And Comcast cheaps out on PS2 network support? Inconceivable, as the late Wallace Shawn might say. Anyone else experienced this? What did you do, other than fight the urge to go kick some Comcast butt? __________________ Mike's Collection They stompled all over me. - Thunderball Hippies take things from all cultures and make it suck. - kvrdave

11-10-02, 01:13 PM	#4
Static Cling Admin Emeritus Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Texas, our Texas! All hail the mighty state! Posts: 12,839	I'll try unplugging the modem... thanks! __________________ Mike's Collection They stompled all over me. - Thunderball Hippies take things from all cultures and make it suck. - kvrdave

11-10-02, 02:13 PM	#6
Static Cling Admin Emeritus Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Texas, our Texas! All hail the mighty state! Posts: 12,839	Actually, unplugging the modem for a little while worked like a charm! Thanks a bunch, mrglass! Played a little multiplayer Frequency, and that was fun. __________________ Mike's Collection They stompled all over me. - Thunderball Hippies take things from all cultures and make it suck. - kvrdave

11-10-02, 12:36 PM	#3
mrglass Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 680	I live in Baltimore County and Comcast is my cable/internet provider. I've had absolutely no problems with the XBox Live service or playing games online with my PS2. If you don't have a router, try unplugging your cable modem for five minutes. Then plug in your ethernet cable to the PS2 and plug in your cable modem. I've read on various message boards that this has worked for some people.

11-10-02, 01:28 PM	#5
Josh H Retired Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 27,389	That sucks. I live in Howard County, so now I guess I know not to go with Comcast for broadband if the cost ever comes down.

11-10-02, 03:16 PM	#7
mrglass Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 680	Cool...glad to see that fix worked for you!