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Networking Help

Welcome to the Blizzard Entertainment Networking Help section.

Notes:

- This information is provided as a resource for setting up and testing a network.
- If you are having problems connecting to Battle.net, please make sure you try all of the steps on our Basic Connection Troubleshooting page.
- Should you require additional assistance with your network, please contact the manufacturer of your network hardware.
- Prior to doing anything with your network, make sure you have your operating system installation CDs handy, as they may be required.
- For multiplayer games, all computers need to have the same version installed. Have everyone download and install the latest patch before playing. (http://www.blizzard.com/patches)
- If you would like to submit information to help others get their networks up and running, please email support@blizzard.com with the subject "Networking Assistance".
- Third party help on forwarding router ports can be found at http://www.portforward.com.

Basic Networking:

- Definition of a network and what it can do for you
- Parts needed to configure a network
- How is information sent over the Internet?
- What is Internet Connection Sharing?
- How do Internet connection problems contribute to lag on Battle.net?
- What types of networks are commonly used with Macintosh computers?
- General Network Troubleshooting for Macintosh Computers

Intermediate Networking:

- Installing the network card
- Installing the network card drivers
- Installing the network protocol(s)
- Testing the network using DirectPlay
- Testing the network using IPX
- Testing the network using TCP/IP
- Select an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Install your ISP's latest software
- Ways to connect to your Internet Service Provider

Advanced Networking:

- Port Information for Firewalls, Proxies, and Routers
- Suggested settings for BlackICE Firewall
- Configuring Windows XP SP2's Internet Connection Firewall
- Suggested settings for Mac OS X's Firewall
- Suggested settings for ZoneAlarm® Pro Firewall
- Suggested settings for Sygate Personal Firewall Pro to allow access to Battle.net
- Setting up the Linksys router to use port forwarding
- Setting up a D-Link router to play Warcraft III on Battle.net

Security and Warnings:

- Secure your Battle.net account (account password)
- Secure your computer from hackers and scan for viruses (firewall & anti-virus)
- The dangers of third party programs (hacks, cracks, mods, map revealers, etc)
- When connecting to Battle.net, I see other servers than USWest, USEast, Europe, and Asia (FSGS, LAN Party, etc)

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