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WRT54GX2 User Guide 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.
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... with a figure number and description, like this: word: definition. WRT54GX2-UG-60170A SW All rights reserved. Wash hands after handling. In addition to while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Figures" section in...and birth defects or other countries. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to do while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Linksys is a note of California to make understanding networking with the Wireless-G Broadband Router easier than ever. and certain other...
... with a figure number and description, like this: word: definition. WRT54GX2-UG-60170A SW All rights reserved. Wash hands after handling. In addition to while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Figures" section in...and birth defects or other countries. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to do while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Linksys is a note of California to make understanding networking with the Wireless-G Broadband Router easier than ever. and certain other...
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... 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure 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 - Basic Setup 11 The Setup Tab - Basic...
... 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure 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 - Basic Setup 11 The Setup Tab - Basic...
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... 98SE or Me Instructions 64 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 65 For the Router's Web-based Utility 65 Appendix F: Glossary 66 Appendix G: Specifications 71 Appendix H: Warranty Information 72 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 73 Appendix J: Contact Information 79 Firmware Upgrade 37 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 36 The Administration Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab -
... 98SE or Me Instructions 64 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 65 For the Router's Web-based Utility 65 Appendix F: Glossary 66 Appendix G: Specifications 71 Appendix H: Warranty Information 72 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 73 Appendix J: Contact Information 79 Firmware Upgrade 37 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 36 The Administration Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab -
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... - NAT Mode 18 Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing - Wireless Security (WEP) 22 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 24 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...
... - NAT Mode 18 Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing - Wireless Security (WEP) 22 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 24 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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... Screen 64 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 64 Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 64 Figure E-4: MAC Address Clone 65 Figure E-5: Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Router 39 Figure 5-42: Status Tab - Online Game 32 Figure 5-35: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 37 Figure 5-39: Administration Tab ...Management 34 Figure 5-36: Administration Tab - Voice Device 32 Figure 5-34: QoS - Firmware Upgrade 37 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - Firewall 26 Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions Tab -
... Screen 64 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 64 Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 64 Figure E-4: MAC Address Clone 65 Figure E-5: Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Router 39 Figure 5-42: Status Tab - Online Game 32 Figure 5-35: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 37 Figure 5-39: Administration Tab ...Management 34 Figure 5-36: Administration Tab - Voice Device 32 Figure 5-34: QoS - Firmware Upgrade 37 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - Firewall 26 Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions Tab -
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... the wireless network. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 combines smart antenna technology with SRX200. But unlike other flavors of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with all wireless transmissions with standard Wireless-G and -B equipment, and other speed-enhanced technologies, SRX200 can encode all the information on another computer's hard drive. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with...
... the wireless network. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 combines smart antenna technology with SRX200. But unlike other flavors of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with all wireless transmissions with standard Wireless-G and -B equipment, and other speed-enhanced technologies, SRX200 can encode all the information on another computer's hard drive. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with...
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... bridge your networks from unauthorized and unwelcome users. With your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200. All the while, the Router protects your different networks. Wireless-G Broadband Router with wireless cards or adapters can now share files and Internet access-and even play games. The Router bridges wireless networks of the Wireless-G Broadband Router. They are connected with each other.
... bridge your networks from unauthorized and unwelcome users. With your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200. All the while, the Router protects your different networks. Wireless-G Broadband Router with wireless cards or adapters can now share files and Internet access-and even play games. The Router bridges wireless networks of the Wireless-G Broadband Router. They are connected with each other.
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... used in this Guide? 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 find the MAC address for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical...
... used in this Guide? 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 find the MAC address for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical...
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... between users. If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with SRX200 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the same wireless network. And, of course...two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or peripherals with wireless network adapters, which they may be set up : infrastructure and ad-hoc. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the other computers on the wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can...
... between users. If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with SRX200 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the same wireless network. And, of course...two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or peripherals with wireless network adapters, which they may be set up : infrastructure and ad-hoc. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the other computers on the wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can...
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... of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's Ethernet ports can use the Wireless-G Broadband Router's four Ethernet ports. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as 802.11b and 802.11g wireless Ethernet bridges. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout The Router will also communicate with SRX200. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for...
... of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's Ethernet ports can use the Wireless-G Broadband Router's four Ethernet ports. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as 802.11b and 802.11g wireless Ethernet bridges. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout The Router will also communicate with SRX200. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for...
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....) and replace them with the factory defaults. Color-coded black, the Power port is color-coded red, for plugging in the Router's Web-based Utility. 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 retain these ports connect the...
....) and replace them with the factory defaults. Color-coded black, the Power port is color-coded red, for plugging in the Router's Web-based Utility. 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 retain these ports connect the...
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... will flash. The DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is actively transmitting or receiving data. dmz: removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 7 The Router's LEDs Wireless-G Broadband Router with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the...
... will flash. The DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is actively transmitting or receiving data. dmz: removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 7 The Router's LEDs Wireless-G Broadband Router with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the...
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... cover your mobile stations. 3. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Power port and the other end of your wireless network. 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 the Router. Normally, the higher you may follow the instructions in a position that...
... cover your mobile stations. 3. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Power port and the other end of your wireless network. 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 the Router. Normally, the higher you may follow the instructions in a position that...
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... wall. Determine where you want to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router." Stand Option 1. The third way is to mount it sits on its back panel. 1. Maneuver the Router so the wall-mount slots line up the center of the Router's stand with SRX200 Placement Options Figure 4-4: Router's Stand 60 mm (2.36 inches) Figure 4-5: Wall-Mount Measurements...
... wall. Determine where you want to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router." Stand Option 1. The third way is to mount it sits on its back panel. 1. Maneuver the Router so the wall-mount slots line up the center of the Router's stand with SRX200 Placement Options Figure 4-4: Router's Stand 60 mm (2.36 inches) Figure 4-5: Wall-Mount Measurements...
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..., Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. NOTE: When first installing the Router, you open the Web-based Utility, use the Setup CD-ROM when first installing the Router. PCs communicate over the network with SRX200 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should use these two screens of the main tabs. This chapter will...
..., Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. NOTE: When first installing the Router, you open the Web-based Utility, use the Setup CD-ROM when first installing the Router. PCs communicate over the network with SRX200 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should use these two screens of the main tabs. This chapter will...
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...connection your changes or Cancel Changes to Automatic Configuration - Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Change these settings as ... supports DHCP or you to your changes. DHCP. By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is set to cancel your Internet connection. Basic Setup Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - DHCP, which should be obtained through a dynamic IP address. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Setup Tab -
...connection your changes or Cancel Changes to Automatic Configuration - Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Change these settings as ... supports DHCP or you to your changes. DHCP. By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is set to cancel your Internet connection. Basic Setup Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - DHCP, which should be obtained through a dynamic IP address. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Setup Tab -
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...Connection Type static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Subnet Mask. If you are required to the Internet, select Static IP. This is 30 seconds. If you...Your ISP will provide you want the Router to activate Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you with SRX200 • Static IP. Your ISP ...
...Connection Type static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Subnet Mask. If you are required to the Internet, select Static IP. This is 30 seconds. If you...Your ISP will provide you want the Router to activate Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you with SRX200 • Static IP. Your ISP ...
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... applies to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you with SRX200 • PPTP. Specify Internet IP Address. This is the Router's IP address, as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you need to have elapsed before your... you with the IP Address you wish to check the Internet connection. Your ISP will provide you want the Router to activate Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Subnet Mask. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is 30 seconds. • Telstra BigPond. ...
... applies to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you with SRX200 • PPTP. Specify Internet IP Address. This is the Router's IP address, as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you need to have elapsed before your... you with the IP Address you wish to check the Internet connection. Your ISP will provide you want the Router to activate Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Subnet Mask. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is 30 seconds. • Telstra BigPond. ...
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...a name of up to 39 characters to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. To have to check with your ISP to represent the Router. Some ISPs, usually cable ISPs, require these names as seen.... Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Optional Settings Some of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - You may be transmitted. Router IP This presents both the Router's IP Address and Subnet Mask as identification. Wireless setup is 1492...
...a name of up to 39 characters to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. To have to check with your ISP to represent the Router. Some ISPs, usually cable ISPs, require these names as seen.... Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Optional Settings Some of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - You may be transmitted. Router IP This presents both the Router's IP Address and Subnet Mask as identification. Wireless setup is 1492...