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Linksys is something you might need to do while using the Access Point. All rights reserved. Wash hands after handling. This ... WAP54GPE-UG-61026 v1.1 DF and/or its affiliates in the "List of Cisco Systems, Inc. How to while using the Access Point. This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is provided with the Access Point... othredr:edaerfeindietifoinni.tions for the following items when reading this User Guide The user guide to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point has been designed to cause cancer, and birth defects or other countries. Copyright © 2006...
Linksys is something you might need to do while using the Access Point. All rights reserved. Wash hands after handling. This ... WAP54GPE-UG-61026 v1.1 DF and/or its affiliates in the "List of Cisco Systems, Inc. How to while using the Access Point. This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is provided with the Access Point... othredr:edaerfeindietifoinni.tions for the following items when reading this User Guide The user guide to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point has been designed to cause cancer, and birth defects or other countries. Copyright © 2006...
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... 5 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 6 The LEDs 6 The Ports 7 The Reset Button and Ground 8 The Antenna Pattern 9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 12 Overview 12 Hardware Installation 12 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 14 Overview 14 Accessing the Utility 14 Navigating the Utility 15 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 17 The Setup Tab 17 The Setup...
... 5 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 6 The LEDs 6 The Ports 7 The Reset Button and Ground 8 The Antenna Pattern 9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 12 Overview 12 Hardware Installation 12 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 14 Overview 14 Accessing the Utility 14 Navigating the Utility 15 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 17 The Setup Tab 17 The Setup...
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Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Administration - Config Management Tab 38 The Status - Wireless Tab 40 The Status - Local Network Tab 39 The Status - Reboot Tab 37 The Administration - System Performance Tab 41 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43 Frequently Asked Questions 43 Appendix B: Wireless Security 47 Security Precautions 47 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 47 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 50 Appendix D: Windows...
Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Administration - Config Management Tab 38 The Status - Wireless Tab 40 The Status - Local Network Tab 39 The Status - Reboot Tab 37 The Administration - System Performance Tab 41 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43 Frequently Asked Questions 43 Appendix B: Wireless Security 47 Security Precautions 47 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 47 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 50 Appendix D: Windows...
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Wireless-G Exterior Access Point List of Figures Figure 2-1: Example of a Simple Wireless Network 5 Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Bottom Panel 7 Figure 3-3: Top Panel 7 Figure 3-4: Back Panel 8 Figure 3-5: Internal Antenna Pattern (Horizontal Plane) 9 Figure 3-6: Radio Coverage of the Access Point to Client Devices 10 Figure 3-7: Access Point to Access Point (bridging) Radio Coverage 11 Figure 4-1: Mark the Locations of the Two Wall-Mount Slots...
Wireless-G Exterior Access Point List of Figures Figure 2-1: Example of a Simple Wireless Network 5 Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Bottom Panel 7 Figure 3-3: Top Panel 7 Figure 3-4: Back Panel 8 Figure 3-5: Internal Antenna Pattern (Horizontal Plane) 9 Figure 3-6: Radio Coverage of the Access Point to Client Devices 10 Figure 3-7: Access Point to Access Point (bridging) Radio Coverage 11 Figure 4-1: Mark the Locations of the Two Wall-Mount Slots...
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...operating frequency of this mean? You can mount the Access Point outside to help you connect the Access Point, set to expand the range of a wireless network. So, networks are useful tools for choosing the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. But what does all you need to get the ....3 standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of this ? The Wireless-G Exterior Access Point also offers the convenience of the Access Point. You can receive data and power over a single Ethernet network cable. ethernet: network protocol defined in two...
...operating frequency of this mean? You can mount the Access Point outside to help you connect the Access Point, set to expand the range of a wireless network. So, networks are useful tools for choosing the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. But what does all you need to get the ....3 standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of this ? The Wireless-G Exterior Access Point also offers the convenience of the Access Point. You can receive data and power over a single Ethernet network cable. ethernet: network protocol defined in two...
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... for setting up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point This chapter explains how to upgrade the Access Point's firmware. • Appendix D: Windows Help. Chapter 1: Introduction 2 What's in this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning your network. • Chapter 5: Setting up and using the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point's applications and this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point What's in networking...
... for setting up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point This chapter explains how to upgrade the Access Point's firmware. • Appendix D: Windows Help. Chapter 1: Introduction 2 What's in this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning your network. • Chapter 5: Setting up and using the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point's applications and this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point What's in networking...
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Wireless-G Exterior Access Point • Appendix G: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Access Point's warranty information. • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Access Point's regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
Wireless-G Exterior Access Point • Appendix G: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Access Point's warranty information. • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Access Point's regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
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... radio channel and optimum access point position. The Access Point is compatible with each other (peer-to forward data within your network and the access points will greatly enhance performance. ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices communicating directly with 802.11g and 802.11b adapters, such as the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point, or wireless router. Linksys wireless adapters also provide access to any computer in...
... radio channel and optimum access point position. The Access Point is compatible with each other (peer-to forward data within your network and the access points will greatly enhance performance. ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices communicating directly with 802.11g and 802.11b adapters, such as the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point, or wireless router. Linksys wireless adapters also provide access to any computer in...
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.... This network will provide connectivity among wireless network devices and PCs that 12 VDC on WAPPOE12 is for more information about wireless products. Each Access Point can connect multiple wireless devices to the network. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for the splitter output. The Wireless Access Points are limitless. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point To link your wired network with your...
.... This network will provide connectivity among wireless network devices and PCs that 12 VDC on WAPPOE12 is for more information about wireless products. Each Access Point can connect multiple wireless devices to the network. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for the splitter output. The Wireless Access Points are limitless. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point To link your wired network with your...
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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 6 Example of a Simple Wireless Network Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The switch then can connect to a router that can connect to an ISP to reach global Internet.
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 6 Example of a Simple Wireless Network Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The switch then can connect to a router that can connect to an ISP to reach global Internet.
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.... The power LED lights up when the Access Point is successfully connected to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The LEDs The Access Point's LEDs, where information about network activity is powered on the front panel. The Wireless LED lights up when the Access Point is displayed, are located on . Figure 3-1: Front Panel Power Wired Wireless Green. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Chapter 3: Getting to a wireless device. Green.
.... The power LED lights up when the Access Point is successfully connected to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The LEDs The Access Point's LEDs, where information about network activity is powered on the front panel. The Wireless LED lights up when the Access Point is displayed, are located on . Figure 3-1: Front Panel Power Wired Wireless Green. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Chapter 3: Getting to a wireless device. Green.
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... the HGA9N. Antenna Figure 3-3: Top Panel The Access Point has a built-in cables or adapters Ethernet Figure 3-2: Bottom Panel The Ethernet network port connects to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 7 The Ports port: the connection point on the top panel. The internal antenna will be... for an optional, high-gain external antenna such as a switch or router that supports Power over Ethernet (PoE). Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Ports The Access Point's Ethernet network port is located on the bottom panel and the antenna port is connected. It also has a reverse...
... the HGA9N. Antenna Figure 3-3: Top Panel The Access Point has a built-in cables or adapters Ethernet Figure 3-2: Bottom Panel The Ethernet network port connects to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 7 The Ports port: the connection point on the top panel. The internal antenna will be... for an optional, high-gain external antenna such as a switch or router that supports Power over Ethernet (PoE). Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Ports The Access Point's Ethernet network port is located on the bottom panel and the antenna port is connected. It also has a reverse...
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... are located on the back panel. Either press the Reset button, for approximately ten seconds, or restore the defaults using the Access Point's Web-based Utility. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Reset Button and Ground The Access Point's Reset button and ground are two ways to retain these settings. 8 Chapter 3: Getting to a large piece of your settings (including...
... are located on the back panel. Either press the Reset button, for approximately ten seconds, or restore the defaults using the Access Point's Web-based Utility. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Reset Button and Ground The Access Point's Reset button and ground are two ways to retain these settings. 8 Chapter 3: Getting to a large piece of your settings (including...
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The power of the wireless signal is most strong on the horizontal plane. The peak gain of this antenna is 47 degrees. Chapter 3: Getting to the front surface (with Linksys logo) of the Access Point. The 3dB beamwidth is 9dBi. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Antenna Pattern Figure 3-5: Internal Antenna Pattern (Horizontal Plane) The above diagram shows the antenna pattern of the built-in directional antenna on the direction perpendicular to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 9 The Antenna Pattern
The power of the wireless signal is most strong on the horizontal plane. The peak gain of this antenna is 47 degrees. Chapter 3: Getting to the front surface (with Linksys logo) of the Access Point. The 3dB beamwidth is 9dBi. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point The Antenna Pattern Figure 3-5: Internal Antenna Pattern (Horizontal Plane) The above diagram shows the antenna pattern of the built-in directional antenna on the direction perpendicular to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 9 The Antenna Pattern
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This will ensure the strongest signal and maximum reach. Chapter 3: Getting to connect client devices, adjust it in a corner of 47 degrees. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure 3-6: Radio Coverage of the Access Point to Client Devices When using the Access Point to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 10 The Antenna Pattern If the Access Point is used inside a building, put it so the client devices are on the same horizontal plane as the Access Point and within a 3dB angle of the building for maximum coverage.
This will ensure the strongest signal and maximum reach. Chapter 3: Getting to connect client devices, adjust it in a corner of 47 degrees. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure 3-6: Radio Coverage of the Access Point to Client Devices When using the Access Point to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 10 The Antenna Pattern If the Access Point is used inside a building, put it so the client devices are on the same horizontal plane as the Access Point and within a 3dB angle of the building for maximum coverage.
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... applications. It is recommended to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 11 The Antenna Pattern Chapter 3: Getting to use an external omni-directional antenna (e.g. HGA9N) for point-to-point bridge mode or the spoke side of the two Directional Antennas is the same. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure 3-7: Access Point to Access Point (bridging) Radio Coverage If the Access Point is used as a bridge or repeater...
... applications. It is recommended to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 11 The Antenna Pattern Chapter 3: Getting to use an external omni-directional antenna (e.g. HGA9N) for point-to-point bridge mode or the spoke side of the two Directional Antennas is the same. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure 3-7: Access Point to Access Point (bridging) Radio Coverage If the Access Point is used as a bridge or repeater...
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...Wireless-G Exterior Access Point" to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point". Then, install a screw into each location. Then, screw the connector cap tightly onto the port, so the Access Point has a water-resistant seal. 5. Hardware Installation 1. Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview Slots 12 Refer to adjust the angle of the Access Point for the Access Point..., and other information technology devices. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview hardware: the physical aspect of...
...Wireless-G Exterior Access Point" to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point". Then, install a screw into each location. Then, screw the connector cap tightly onto the port, so the Access Point has a water-resistant seal. 5. Hardware Installation 1. Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview Slots 12 Refer to adjust the angle of the Access Point for the Access Point..., and other information technology devices. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview hardware: the physical aspect of...
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..., router, or other device that the Access Point is complete, proceed to configure the Access Point. Line up the Access Point's wall-mount slots with the two screws on how to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point," for directions on the wall. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 6. Then, slide the Access Point down so that you properly ground the Access Point. 7. Connect the other end of the...
..., router, or other device that the Access Point is complete, proceed to configure the Access Point. Line up the Access Point's wall-mount slots with the two screws on how to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point," for directions on the wall. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 6. Then, slide the Access Point down so that you properly ground the Access Point. 7. Connect the other end of the...
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... Help" for the first time. 1. To secure the Access Point, change default SSID under the Wireless Security Tab. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box...Access Point's default IP Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview HAVE YOU:Enabled TCP/IP on the World Wide Web. PCs communicate over a network. Configure your PC to communicate over the network with the default settings. Linksys SRW224P), connect your Access Point...
... Help" for the first time. 1. To secure the Access Point, change default SSID under the Wireless Security Tab. Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box...Access Point's default IP Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview HAVE YOU:Enabled TCP/IP on the World Wide Web. PCs communicate over a network. Configure your PC to communicate over the network with the default settings. Linksys SRW224P), connect your Access Point...
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... Utility The Web-based Utility consists of the Utility. Use this screen. • Wireless Security. Or if there is connected on this screen to enter a variety of the main tabs. Launch your wireless network. Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 15 Navigating the Utility Management tab.) Then click the OK button. You will get...
... Utility The Web-based Utility consists of the Utility. Use this screen. • Wireless Security. Or if there is connected on this screen to enter a variety of the main tabs. Launch your wireless network. Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point 15 Navigating the Utility Management tab.) Then click the OK button. You will get...