Xbox 360 owners wanting to connect themselves to Xbox LIVE may or may not want to experience the fuss of using a router. Some will want to stick to using just one ethernet cable - the one to their PC, not wanting to plug it and out in and from the Xbox 360 and PC all the time. If that’s you, the guide below will help you get rid of your troubles once and for all.DEF - Internet Connection Sharing: Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is the name given by Microsoft to a feature in recent versions of its Windows operating system (as of Windows 98 Second Edition) for sharing a single Internet connection on one computer between other computers on the same local area network. It makes use of DHCP and Network address translation (NAT).

Flight Simulator is most realistic when you use a joystick, yoke, or other controller. You can fly more precisely, and the buttons and controls make it easy to change views, adjust the throttle, extend or retract the landing gear and flaps, and operate other aircraft controls. The Xbox 360 Controller for Windows combines the ease of a joystick with the ergonomics of a game controller.

Flight Simulator is compatible with joysticks, yokes, game pads, and other controllers supported by Microsoft Windows and the DirectInput device standard. Use the device that works best for you as your primary control, and customize it to suit your needs. Many products feature different configurations, so refer to your controller’s documentation for its button assignments.

Before you fly, make sure your Xbox 360 Controller is:
- Plugged into your computer.
- Enabled in Microsoft Windows (point to Start/Settings/Control Panel/Game Controllers).
- Calibrated properly.

Failure to properly set up, use, and care for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system can increase the risk of serious injury or death, or damage to the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system. Read this manual and the manuals of any peripherals for important safety and health information.

Before allowing children to use the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system:
1. Determine how each child can use the Xbox 360 console (playing games, connecting to Xbox Live, replacing batteries, making electrical, AV cable, and network connections) and whether they should be supervised during these activities.
2. If you allow children to use the Xbox 360 console without supervision, be sure to explain all relevant safety and health information and instructions.

The current firmware version for the Verizon FiOS Router is 4.0.16.1.55.0.10.4.3. Any version prior to this should be upgraded. The details on the following pages provide the step by step process on how to upgrade the Verizon FiOS Router and configure the Xbox 360 using Microsoft USB WiFi Adapter

To access Router’s web GUI
1. Type http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar of the Browser.
2. Then, enter the “User Name” and “Password” (default user name is admin, default password is password or password1)
3. Click “OK”

The “Home” screen will appear. Click the “System Monitoring” icon. The “Router Status” screen will appear. Verify that the current firmware version is “4.0.16.1.55.0.10.4.3”. Any number less than this means the router needs to be upgraded. e.g., 4.0.16.1.55.0.10.4 needs to be upgraded. If your router is already 4.0.16.1.55.0.10.4.3 then skip to page 12. The “Verizon FiOS Router” page will appear. Click the Router Model MI424 MoCA FiOS Router link to begin the download.

Connecting an Xbox to Xbox live with Windows Connection Sharing in Vista is much more straight forward than with any previous version of Windows. Below is a step by step guide to creating the connection.

First make sure your computer is successfully connected to the internet. To test this you can simply make sure you can connect to microsoft.com. This step is important because everything else relies on the computer’s ability to connect. After you have tested your computers internet connection you must configure it to share this connection with your Xbox. The sharing center window will appear on the screen, On the left side of this window you will see “Manage network connections”, click it.

This document contains important information about using your Xbox 360 with Windows Media Center. This document includes information such as using the Xbox 360 controller and the Xbox 360 Remotes with Windows Media Center and networking tips.

The Xbox 360 Universal Remote is the best way to access the features of Windows Media Center. You can control your entire Xbox 360 experience with an ergonomic design that includes backlit buttons, universal TV remote, and integrated Windows XP Media Center controls. The Xbox 360 Universal Remote is available for purchase from www.xbox.com. For a limited amount of time, the Xbox 360 Core System will include the Xbox 360 Media Remote.

To use the GameShark Media Player for Xbox 360 you will need the following:
1. A PC running Windows XP Media Center Edition or Vista operating system.
2. At least 500MB of available hard disk space- for storing the various file types that are available via the software.
3. A CD-ROM drive.
4. A Cable or DSL modem
5. A wired or wireless router.
6. An account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) - to register the product and make all the features useable.

The Xbox Live service requires a high speed internet connection. Please see the Xbox 360 Manual for further instructions on Xbox Live.