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2.4GHz 802.11g WIRELESS Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Model No. WRT54GX2 User Guide
2.4GHz 802.11g WIRELESS Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Model No. WRT54GX2 User Guide
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...WRT54GX2-UG-60170A SW and certain other reproductive harm. All rights reserved. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide: This checkmark means there is something that are definitions for technical terms that could damage your property or the Wireless-G Broadband Router...other countries. Wash hands after handling. This question mark provides you should pay special attention to do while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Linksys is something you with a figure number and description, like this : Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and...
...WRT54GX2-UG-60170A SW and certain other reproductive harm. All rights reserved. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide: This checkmark means there is something that are definitions for technical terms that could damage your property or the Wireless-G Broadband Router...other countries. Wash hands after handling. This question mark provides you should pay special attention to do while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Linksys is something you with a figure number and description, like this : Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and...
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... Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 6 The Router's Ports and Reset Button 6 The Router's LEDs 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Placement Options 9 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Overview 10 The Setup Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 24 The Security Tab - Port Range Forward...
... Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 6 The Router's Ports and Reset Button 6 The Router's LEDs 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Placement Options 9 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Overview 10 The Setup Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 24 The Security Tab - Port Range Forward...
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Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 37 The Administration Tab - Config Management 38 The Status Tab - Wireless 41 The Status Tab - Router 39 The Status Tab - System Performance 42 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 44 Common Problems and Solutions 44 Frequently Asked Questions 52 Appendix B: Wireless Security 59 Security Precautions 59 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 59...
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 37 The Administration Tab - Config Management 38 The Status Tab - Wireless 41 The Status Tab - Router 39 The Status Tab - System Performance 42 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 44 Common Problems and Solutions 44 Frequently Asked Questions 52 Appendix B: Wireless Security 59 Security Precautions 59 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 59...
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... 5-14: Setup Tab - NAT Mode 18 Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 23 Figure 5-22: Wireless MAC Filter - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Side Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's LEDs 7 Figure 4-1: Connect a PC 8 Figure 4-2: Connect the Modem 8 Figure 4-3: Connect the Power 8 Figure 4-4: Router's Stand 9 Figure 4-5: Wall-Mount Measurements 9 Figure 5-1: Password Screen 10...
... 5-14: Setup Tab - NAT Mode 18 Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 23 Figure 5-22: Wireless MAC Filter - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Side Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's LEDs 7 Figure 4-1: Connect a PC 8 Figure 4-2: Connect the Modem 8 Figure 4-3: Connect the Power 8 Figure 4-4: Router's Stand 9 Figure 4-5: Wall-Mount Measurements 9 Figure 5-1: Password Screen 10...
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...Device 32 Figure 5-34: QoS - Firmware Upgrade 37 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Config Management 38 Figure 5-41: Status Tab - Router 39 Figure 5-42: Status Tab - Port Range Forward 29 Figure 5-30: Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS (Add a New Application... Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Diagnostics 36 Figure 5-38: Administration Tab - Port Triggering 30 Figure 5-31: Applications and Gaming Tab - Log 35 Figure 5-37: Administration Tab - DMZ 30 Figure 5-32: Applications and Gaming Tab - Wireless 41 Figure 5-45: Status Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router ...
...Device 32 Figure 5-34: QoS - Firmware Upgrade 37 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Config Management 38 Figure 5-41: Status Tab - Router 39 Figure 5-42: Status Tab - Port Range Forward 29 Figure 5-30: Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS (Add a New Application... Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Diagnostics 36 Figure 5-38: Administration Tab - Port Triggering 30 Figure 5-31: Applications and Gaming Tab - Log 35 Figure 5-37: Administration Tab - DMZ 30 Figure 5-32: Applications and Gaming Tab - Wireless 41 Figure 5-45: Status Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router ...
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... sharing computer resources. Networks are accessed through the easy-touse, browser-based utility. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 combines smart antenna technology with standard Wireless-G and -B equipment, and other flavors of Linksys SRX. But unlike other wireless devices in the wireless coverage area. All of these reflections to increase the range and reduce "dead spots" in...
... sharing computer resources. Networks are accessed through the easy-touse, browser-based utility. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 combines smart antenna technology with standard Wireless-G and -B equipment, and other flavors of Linksys SRX. But unlike other wireless devices in the wireless coverage area. All of these reflections to increase the range and reduce "dead spots" in...
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.... By sharing the same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. All the while, the Router protects your networks all you first install the Router. These instructions should always use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 PCs on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 This chapter...
.... By sharing the same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. All the while, the Router protects your networks all you first install the Router. These instructions should always use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 PCs on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 This chapter...
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Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks. • Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the Router's firmware should you need to do so. • Appendix D: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use the.... • Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks. • Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the Router's firmware should you need to do so. • Appendix D: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use the.... • Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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...-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in a wireless network. Ad-Hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless transmitters and receivers to share data or peripherals with wireless network adapters, which serves as well. Network Layout The Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for a wireless router or access point. Now, products using...
...-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in a wireless network. Ad-Hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless transmitters and receivers to share data or peripherals with wireless network adapters, which serves as well. Network Layout The Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for a wireless router or access point. Now, products using...
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... more ports, any of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's Ethernet ports can use the Wireless-G Broadband Router's four Ethernet ports. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your desktop PCs, and USB adapters when you can be connected to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you want to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options...
... more ports, any of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's Ethernet ports can use the Wireless-G Broadband Router's four Ethernet ports. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your desktop PCs, and USB adapters when you can be connected to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you want to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options...
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... Reset Power Color-coded yellow, these settings. port: the connection point on your settings (wireless security, network settings, etc.) and replace them with the factory defaults. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Router's Ports and Reset Button The Router's ports and Reset button are two ways to reset the...
... Reset Power Color-coded yellow, these settings. port: the connection point on your settings (wireless security, network settings, etc.) and replace them with the factory defaults. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Router's Ports and Reset Button The Router's ports and Reset button are two ways to reset the...
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...actively sending or receiving data over the wireless network. This LED will stay on . When the diagnostic is powered on while the Router is complete, the LED will flash. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Router's LEDs The Router's LEDs, which displays information about network... activity, are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. Green. Green....
...actively sending or receiving data over the wireless network. This LED will stay on . When the diagnostic is powered on while the Router is complete, the LED will flash. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Router's LEDs The Router's LEDs, which displays information about network... activity, are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. Green. Green....
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... will be. 4. Figure 4-1: Connect a PC Figure 4-2: Connect the Modem Proceed to Your Broadband Modem 1. Figure 4-3: Connect the Power Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Overview Linksys recommends using standard Ethernet network cabling. 5. Hardware Installation for first-time installation of the Router. Normally, the higher you may follow the instructions in a position that is usually...
... will be. 4. Figure 4-1: Connect a PC Figure 4-2: Connect the Modem Proceed to Your Broadband Modem 1. Figure 4-3: Connect the Power Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Overview Linksys recommends using standard Ethernet network cabling. 5. Hardware Installation for first-time installation of the Router. Normally, the higher you may follow the instructions in a position that is usually...
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... There are explained in further detail below . The first way is to place the Router. Proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router." Proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router." The second and third options are three ways to mount it sits on a surface... two holes into each hole, and leave 5 mm (0.2 inches) of the Router's labeled edge. 2. mount slots. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the center of its head exposed. 4. Wall-Mount Option The Router has two wall-mount slots on a wall. Line up with SRX200 Placement Options...
... There are explained in further detail below . The first way is to place the Router. Proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router." Proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router." The second and third options are three ways to mount it sits on a surface... two holes into each hole, and leave 5 mm (0.2 inches) of the Router's labeled edge. 2. mount slots. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the center of its head exposed. 4. Wall-Mount Option The Router has two wall-mount slots on a wall. Line up with SRX200 Placement Options...
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...the Web-based Utility to learn about the Web-based Utility. PCs communicate over the network with SRX200 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should use the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. isp: your ISP. • Management. Click the ... protocol. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your internet provider Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Figure 5-1: Password Screen 10 The Router's default password is admin. Additional tabs will describe each web page in the Address field. NOTE: When ...
...the Web-based Utility to learn about the Web-based Utility. PCs communicate over the network with SRX200 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should use the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. isp: your ISP. • Management. Click the ... protocol. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your internet provider Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Figure 5-1: Password Screen 10 The Router's default password is admin. Additional tabs will describe each web page in the Address field. NOTE: When ...
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... 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to change the Router's general settings. Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this information can be kept only if your ISP. By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is set to cancel... to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to Automatic Configuration - Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Setup Tab -
... 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to change the Router's general settings. Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this information can be kept only if your ISP. By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is set to cancel... to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to Automatic Configuration - Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Setup Tab -
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... time (Max Idle Time). Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. Basic Setup If you need to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on the Internet (including your ISP.... Internet IP Address. Gateway. Connect on Demand, click the radio button. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE. User Name and Password. Wireless-G Broadband Router with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. • PPPoE. If you will periodically check your ISP to have...
... time (Max Idle Time). Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. Basic Setup If you need to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on the Internet (including your ISP.... Internet IP Address. Gateway. Connect on Demand, click the radio button. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE. User Name and Password. Wireless-G Broadband Router with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. • PPPoE. If you will periodically check your ISP to have...
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... to -Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is 30 seconds. • Telstra BigPond. Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type Figure 5-7: Telstra BigPond Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 13 The Setup Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with the IP Address you want to Keep Alive. Point-to specify here. Your ISP will periodically check your Internet connection terminates. In...
... to -Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is 30 seconds. • Telstra BigPond. Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type Figure 5-7: Telstra BigPond Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 13 The Setup Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with the IP Address you want to Keep Alive. Point-to specify here. Your ISP will periodically check your Internet connection terminates. In...
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...Auto. Figure 5-8: Optional Settings packet: a unit of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - Router Name. MTU is performed through the Wireless tab. Some ISPs, usually cable ISPs, require these fields blank will be required by your ... 1200 to supply a host and domain name for the Router. MTU. These fields allow you can type a name of up to 39 characters to enter the largest packet size that will work. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Optional Settings Some of these settings may have...
...Auto. Figure 5-8: Optional Settings packet: a unit of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - Router Name. MTU is performed through the Wireless tab. Some ISPs, usually cable ISPs, require these fields blank will be required by your ... 1200 to supply a host and domain name for the Router. MTU. These fields allow you can type a name of up to 39 characters to enter the largest packet size that will work. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Optional Settings Some of these settings may have...