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... other countries. WRE54G-UG-404027A JL Wireless-G Range Expander Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. How to Use this Guide Your guide to the Wireless-G Range Expander has been designed to do while using the Range Expander. and certain other...technical terms that could damage your property or the Range Expander. and/or its affiliates in the "List of Cisco Systems, Inc. Linksys is something you should pay special attention to while using the Range Expander. This exclamation point means there is a caution...
... other countries. WRE54G-UG-404027A JL Wireless-G Range Expander Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. How to Use this Guide Your guide to the Wireless-G Range Expander has been designed to do while using the Range Expander. and certain other...technical terms that could damage your property or the Range Expander. and/or its affiliates in the "List of Cisco Systems, Inc. Linksys is something you should pay special attention to while using the Range Expander. This exclamation point means there is a caution...
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Wireless-G Range Expander • Appendix F: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Range Expander's warranty information. • Appendix G: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Range Expander's regulatory information. • Appendix H: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
Wireless-G Range Expander • Appendix F: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Range Expander's warranty information. • Appendix G: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Range Expander's regulatory information. • Appendix H: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
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...you can move your wireless PC within a network, the effective transmission range in a wired network infrastructure via an access point. Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to take a wireless device from one another...wireless router. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for two wireless adapter PCs. Each wireless PC in a wireless network must be doubled. Computers in an infrastructure network can double the effective wireless transmission range...
...you can move your wireless PC within a network, the effective transmission range in a wired network infrastructure via an access point. Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to take a wireless device from one another...wireless router. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for two wireless adapter PCs. Each wireless PC in a wireless network must be doubled. Computers in an infrastructure network can double the effective wireless transmission range...
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....11b and 802.11g adapters, such at www.linksys.com for more information about wireless products. When you want to enjoy USB connectivity. Wireless-G Range Expander Network Layout Linksys wireless access points and wireless routers have been designed for use with your wireless network, network ports on access points and wireless routers can communicate with the 802.11b standard and...
....11b and 802.11g adapters, such at www.linksys.com for more information about wireless products. When you want to enjoy USB connectivity. Wireless-G Range Expander Network Layout Linksys wireless access points and wireless routers have been designed for use with your wireless network, network ports on access points and wireless routers can communicate with the 802.11b standard and...
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... Broadcast. The IP address must be upgraded from the default name, linksys, to the access point, then enter the IP address of the network. The Subnet Mask must not exceed 32 alphanumeric characters, which may assign any keyboard character. Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Basic Setup The first screen that you disable it...
... Broadcast. The IP address must be upgraded from the default name, linksys, to the access point, then enter the IP address of the network. The Subnet Mask must not exceed 32 alphanumeric characters, which may assign any keyboard character. Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Basic Setup The first screen that you disable it...
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... is communicating. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 16 The Setup Tab To enable wireless security, through WEP encryption, select the Enable radio button. WEP keys enable you wish to use the same channel to undo your network. Select the appropriate channel from being seen on the non-Linksys wireless products.) After you wish to change...
... is communicating. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 16 The Setup Tab To enable wireless security, through WEP encryption, select the Enable radio button. WEP keys enable you wish to use the same channel to undo your network. Select the appropriate channel from being seen on the non-Linksys wireless products.) After you wish to change...
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.... Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 18 The Setup Tab Wireless-G Range Expander Help For help on -screen instructions. Help To upgrade the Range Expander's firmware: 1. Extract the firmware upgrade file. 3. Figure 6-7: Firmware Upgrade upgrade: to replace existing software or firmware with upgrading the Range Expander's firmware and viewing this Web-based Utility are posted at www.linksys.com and can...
.... Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 18 The Setup Tab Wireless-G Range Expander Help For help on -screen instructions. Help To upgrade the Range Expander's firmware: 1. Extract the firmware upgrade file. 3. Figure 6-7: Firmware Upgrade upgrade: to replace existing software or firmware with upgrading the Range Expander's firmware and viewing this Web-based Utility are posted at www.linksys.com and can...
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...here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Go through this checklist: • Verify that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G Range Expander. As long as the game supports multiple players over the wireless network? Then, ...Frequently Asked Questions." This will not connect to their default. • Disconnect the Range Expander's power for 30 seconds. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of the wireless network? This appendix provides solutions to the game's user guide for five seconds....
...here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Go through this checklist: • Verify that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G Range Expander. As long as the game supports multiple players over the wireless network? Then, ...Frequently Asked Questions." This will not connect to their default. • Disconnect the Range Expander's power for 30 seconds. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of the wireless network? This appendix provides solutions to the game's user guide for five seconds....
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... transmitting on to the network, the MAC address of narrowband transmission, but the trade-off bandwidth efficiency for the network. Can Linksys Wireless products support file and printer sharing? What is FHSS? What is WEP? Properly synchronized, the net effect is DSSS? Would the... scrambling. In other operating systems to support printer or file sharing. Appendix A: Troubleshooting 21 Frequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Range Expander What is a unique number assigned by the manufacturer to any networking device, such as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard.
... transmitting on to the network, the MAC address of narrowband transmission, but the trade-off bandwidth efficiency for the network. Can Linksys Wireless products support file and printer sharing? What is FHSS? What is WEP? Properly synchronized, the net effect is DSSS? Would the... scrambling. In other operating systems to support printer or file sharing. Appendix A: Troubleshooting 21 Frequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Range Expander What is a unique number assigned by the manufacturer to any networking device, such as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard.
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..., he, too, can be followed): 1. So, keep the following is a complete list of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your wireless network. These messages can change network settings. Use WPA if it harder for implementation. Change the ...Your network administrator is the only person who can change those settings. Please note that in its firmware. So, make wireless networking as safe and easy for "beacon messages". Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make it is available.
..., he, too, can be followed): 1. So, keep the following is a complete list of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your wireless network. These messages can change network settings. Use WPA if it harder for implementation. Change the ...Your network administrator is the only person who can change those settings. Please note that in its firmware. So, make wireless networking as safe and easy for "beacon messages". Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make it is available.
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Wireless-G Range Expander SSID. Disable Broadcast 2. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is the newest and best available standard in trying to log into your wireless network. Change your SSID regularly so that any ... broadcasting the SSID. Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Important: Always remember that WEP can check these defaults and can be more difficult. Enable MAC Address filtering. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is "linksys".) Hackers know these against hackers,...
Wireless-G Range Expander SSID. Disable Broadcast 2. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is the newest and best available standard in trying to log into your wireless network. Change your SSID regularly so that any ... broadcasting the SSID. Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Important: Always remember that WEP can check these defaults and can be more difficult. Enable MAC Address filtering. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is "linksys".) Hackers know these against hackers,...
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...mind at ease while you are transmitting sensitive data over your network's performance, but if you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to the Router or other device.) First, enter the RADIUS server's IP Address and port number, along with a key shared ...between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the device how often it should be used when a RADIUS server is connected to offer. Wireless-G Range Expander WPA Pre-Shared Key. WPA used . If you do not have a negative impact on your network, encryption should change the encryption keys.
...mind at ease while you are transmitting sensitive data over your network's performance, but if you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to the Router or other device.) First, enter the RADIUS server's IP Address and port number, along with a key shared ...between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the device how often it should be used when a RADIUS server is connected to offer. Wireless-G Range Expander WPA Pre-Shared Key. WPA used . If you do not have a negative impact on your network, encryption should change the encryption keys.
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Enter the location of the firmware's file or click the Browse button to upgrade the firmware. Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 26 Download the firmware from the Web-Utility's Help tab, and the Upgrade Firmware screen will appear. 3. Click Upgrade Firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com. 2. Then, click the Upgrade button to find the file. 4. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Range Expander's firmware is upgraded through the Web-Utility's Help tab. Follow these instructions: 1.
Enter the location of the firmware's file or click the Browse button to upgrade the firmware. Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 26 Download the firmware from the Web-Utility's Help tab, and the Upgrade Firmware screen will appear. 3. Click Upgrade Firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com. 2. Then, click the Upgrade button to find the file. 4. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Range Expander's firmware is upgraded through the Web-Utility's Help tab. Follow these instructions: 1.
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... for the purpose of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices. The connection point on a network. Wireless-G Range Expander DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - IEEE (The Institute of information being lost in transit. The address used.... Encoding data transmitted in wireless transmissions. Fragmentation -Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network. Node - A wireless network that uses an authentication server to each networking device. A protocol used for Linksys products. Frequency transmission with ...
... for the purpose of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices. The connection point on a network. Wireless-G Range Expander DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - IEEE (The Institute of information being lost in transit. The address used.... Encoding data transmitted in wireless transmissions. Fragmentation -Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network. Node - A wireless network that uses an authentication server to each networking device. A protocol used for Linksys products. Frequency transmission with ...
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... HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING. Linksys pays for UPS Ground shipping from Linksys back to : Linksys, P.O. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that the Product will be for Linksys at its essential purpose. This limited warranty extends only ..., due to You. This warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary by Linksys, or (c) has been subjected to the original purchaser. The foregoing limitations will apply even if any rebates. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES...
... HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING. Linksys pays for UPS Ground shipping from Linksys back to : Linksys, P.O. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that the Product will be for Linksys at its essential purpose. This limited warranty extends only ..., due to You. This warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary by Linksys, or (c) has been subjected to the original purchaser. The foregoing limitations will apply even if any rebates. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES...
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Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix H: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the ... Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for the system according to radio communications. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE) Linksys declares that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device in a residential installation. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference...
Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix H: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the ... Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for the system according to radio communications. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE) Linksys declares that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device in a residential installation. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference...
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...period, you can be found in the Warranty Information section in this Guide.) http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com 800-546-5797 (LINKSYS) 949-823-3002 800-326-7114 support@linksys.com 949-823-3000 37 Appendix I : Contact Information Need to buy on the ...latest products and updates to your request in to: If you want to contact Linksys? Do you want to call? Give our advice line a call the Linksys Return Merchandise Authorization department for information on the web? Wireless-G Range Expander...
...period, you can be found in the Warranty Information section in this Guide.) http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com 800-546-5797 (LINKSYS) 949-823-3002 800-326-7114 support@linksys.com 949-823-3000 37 Appendix I : Contact Information Need to buy on the ...latest products and updates to your request in to: If you want to contact Linksys? Do you want to call? Give our advice line a call the Linksys Return Merchandise Authorization department for information on the web? Wireless-G Range Expander...