Many Blu-ray players come with the ability to connect to the Internet to access online features like firmware updates and BD-Live content. Current generation Blu-ray players (with the exception of the Playstation 3) use an Ethernet port to connect to the Internet. The problem is getting the Internet connection to the Ethernet port. Here are three methods:
Ethernet Cable to Modem/Router
You’ll need a long Ethernet cable that connects directly to your router or modem. For many people, this is not a viable solution because their modem or router is not close to the television, and running a long cable through the house/apartment is not practical.
Wireless LAN (WiFi Network and Ethernet Bridge)
For a wireless solution, you’ll need two things: a wireless (WiFi) router, which broadcasts your Internet connection wirelessly throughout your house, and a device that turns the WiFi signal back into an Ethernet-accessible connection. This device is most commonly called an Ethernet bridge, but is also known as a gaming adapter, access point, AP client, or media converter. The bridge then connects to the Blu-ray player via an Ethernet cable. Ethernet bridges usually cost between $50 to $120.
Examples:
Belkin F5D7330 802.11g Wireless Ethernet/Gaming Adapter (Amazon.com Link)
Linksys WET54G Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge (Amazon.com Link)
Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Ethernet adapters turn a home’s electrical outlets and wiring into a home network. You’ll need two adapters to start, the first adapter is connected to your router (or modem). A second plugs into a wall socket near your Blu-ray player. Your Internet connection runs through the electric wiring in your home, and the powerline adapters serve as Ethernet ports to access it. Please note that you can’t plug a powerline adapter into a surge protector, so it’ll need its own wall outlet. You can also buy subsequent adapters for other rooms in your house to further share the connection.
Examples:
Netgear XE102G Wall-Plugged Ethernet Extender Kit (Amazon.com Link)
Netgear XETB1001 85 MBPS Powerline Network Adapter Kit (Amazon.com Link)
#1 by sandy on December 12, 2009 - 1:08 pm
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thank you very much for helpful hint
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#2 by ihsan khan on February 24, 2010 - 5:57 am
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show me full internet connected picture exp: cable,port and other
thanks
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#3 by jorgen nordli on March 25, 2010 - 12:38 pm
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thank you.. me and my dad needed this
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#4 by Donny Brasco on September 23, 2010 - 5:16 am
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Hi, I recently bought a samsung bluray player and tried connecting it to the net to do firmware upgrades and all but failed. The menu options only provide u with setting to test and to specify a proxy if one exists and also the DNS options if u do not want to detect automatically. I cannot find anywhere to specify username and password so as to establish the connection. When I click test connection it just say failed check network setup. Please help?
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#5 by Donny Brasco on September 23, 2010 - 5:17 am
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Hi, I recently bought a samsung bluray player and tried connecting it to the net to do firmware upgrades and all but failed. The menu options only provide u with setting to test and to specify a proxy if one exists and also the DNS options if u do not want to detect automatically. I cannot find anywhere to specify username and password so as to establish the connection. When I click test connection it just say failed check network setup. Anyone to help?
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#6 by B2 on December 14, 2010 - 6:59 pm
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One awesome product that might help you solve this problem is the ZuniDigital Energy Saving Surge Protector with Wireless Bridge. In addition to offering above average surge protection and a 10 outlet power strip, this useful device also saves you money on your electricity bill by eliminated wasted standby power, and it also offers a built-in 5 port bridge that converts a wireless network signal to a wired Ethernet signal. After the wireless signal is grabbed and converted, you can connect your Internet Ready devices to the wireless network, but with a short cable that runs from the ZuniDigital bridge to your television, blu-ray player, game console, home theater, Tivo box, or any other RJ-45 equipped device. One other thing that makes the ZuniDigital stand-out is the integrated 5 dBi high-gain antennas that help improve wireless reception, which could be very helpful in some structures or in locations plagued by spotty Wi-Fi coverage.
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#7 by pat on January 27, 2011 - 7:28 pm
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can i connect directly to my cable modem or do i need a router for internet access on my internet ready tv and blue ray player
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#8 by alan on February 27, 2011 - 1:54 pm
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You can directly connect to your modem.
#9 by Stephanie on May 5, 2011 - 6:21 pm
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I had my blu-ray device set up with my old internet connection, but the bridge died, so I bought a new one, and it has been working great on my laptops. However, I can not get my blu-ray to reconnect with the new internet connection; I’ve put in the password and the security code mulitple times, yet it never works. What can I do?
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#10 by Huh on May 15, 2011 - 3:12 pm
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Is there a cheeper way
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#11 by Bill on May 24, 2011 - 12:26 pm
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Thank you I connected my modem
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#12 by Gen Eric on June 27, 2011 - 12:09 pm
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Awesome! I have an ethernet bridge that used on my old, non-wi-fi-ready printer. The new printer has wi-fi built in, so the bridge has been hanging around – and just got a new purpose!!!
Bonus: The bridge is already configured for my home network!
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