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... 6 The Recess for the Power Plate 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander 8 Overview 8 Connection to a Wired Network for Setup 8 Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup 9 Connection for Auto Configuration 9 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander 10 Overview 10 Running the Setup Wizard 10 Moving the Range Expander 16 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 17 Overview 17 Accessing the Web-based Utility 17 The...
... 6 The Recess for the Power Plate 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander 8 Overview 8 Connection to a Wired Network for Setup 8 Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup 9 Connection for Auto Configuration 9 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander 10 Overview 10 Running the Setup Wizard 10 Moving the Range Expander 16 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 17 Overview 17 Accessing the Web-based Utility 17 The...
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Basic Setup 18 Figure 6-3: WPA Security 19 Wireless-G Range Expander List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-1: Front Panel with Ethernet Network Cable Connected 6 Figure 3-2: Recess for the Power Plate 7 Figure 4-1: ... WEP Security Settings 12 Figure 5-8: WPA Security Settings 12 Figure 5-9: Choose the Range Expander 13 Figure 5-10: Enter the Password 13 Figure 5-11: Configure Network Address Settings 14 Figure 5-12: MAC Address of Access Point or Wireless Router (WRE54G v1 Only) 14 Figure 5-13: Confirmation Screen 15 Figure 5-14: Congratulations Screen...
Basic Setup 18 Figure 6-3: WPA Security 19 Wireless-G Range Expander List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-1: Front Panel with Ethernet Network Cable Connected 6 Figure 3-2: Recess for the Power Plate 7 Figure 4-1: ... WEP Security Settings 12 Figure 5-8: WPA Security Settings 12 Figure 5-9: Choose the Range Expander 13 Figure 5-10: Enter the Password 13 Figure 5-11: Configure Network Address Settings 14 Figure 5-12: MAC Address of Access Point or Wireless Router (WRE54G v1 Only) 14 Figure 5-13: Confirmation Screen 15 Figure 5-14: Congratulations Screen...
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... Know the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter describes the physical features of the Range Expander. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter describes the steps for connecting the Range Expander to your wired or wireless network. • Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter instructs you on how to use the Range Expander's Setup Wizard and configure the Range Expander. • Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander This...
... Know the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter describes the physical features of the Range Expander. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter describes the steps for connecting the Range Expander to your wired or wireless network. • Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter instructs you on how to use the Range Expander's Setup Wizard and configure the Range Expander. • Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander This...
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... setup. Either press the Reset Button, for this feature to an access point or wireless router. Figure 3-1: Front Panel with the factory defaults. Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range Expander The Front Panel The Range Expander's adjustable antenna, LEDs, and Ethernet network port are two ways to the nearest wireless network, via an access point or wireless router. Wireless-G Range Expander...
... setup. Either press the Reset Button, for this feature to an access point or wireless router. Figure 3-1: Front Panel with the factory defaults. Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range Expander The Front Panel The Range Expander's adjustable antenna, LEDs, and Ethernet network port are two ways to the nearest wireless network, via an access point or wireless router. Wireless-G Range Expander...
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... to an Ethernet network port on your network's SSID, channel, and security settings on the Range Expander's front panel. 2. Connect the other end of the network cable to configure the Range Expander using your wireless network. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview Linksys recommends that you have security enabled. Configure your network router. 3. Connect the included Ethernet network...
... to an Ethernet network port on your network's SSID, channel, and security settings on the Range Expander's front panel. 2. Connect the other end of the network cable to configure the Range Expander using your wireless network. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview Linksys recommends that you have security enabled. Configure your network router. 3. Connect the included Ethernet network...
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... 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander 9 Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup Normally, the higher you have the Range Expander in the same room as your wireless network. Press the Range Expander's Auto configuration button for the Range Expander. Connect the appropriate power plate and connect it to a power outlet, preferably a surge protector. Wireless-G Range Expander Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup Linksys recommends that you place the Range Expander's antenna...
... 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander 9 Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup Normally, the higher you have the Range Expander in the same room as your wireless network. Press the Range Expander's Auto configuration button for the Range Expander. Connect the appropriate power plate and connect it to a power outlet, preferably a surge protector. Wireless-G Range Expander Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup Linksys recommends that you place the Range Expander's antenna...
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.... 3. Click Next to continue or Exit to configure the Range Expander. 1. Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard's Welcome Screen Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview Figure 5-2: Check Your Wireless Network 10 NOTE: You won't need to configure the Range Expander. This Setup Wizard will take you continue with the Setup Wizard. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear...
.... 3. Click Next to continue or Exit to configure the Range Expander. 1. Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard's Welcome Screen Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview Figure 5-2: Check Your Wireless Network 10 NOTE: You won't need to configure the Range Expander. This Setup Wizard will take you continue with the Setup Wizard. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear...
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...and proceed to step 5. The Setup Wizard will run a search for any access points or wireless routers, and proceed to exit the Setup Wizard. If no wireless network is detected on your ...wireless network. Wireless-G Range Expander 4. If found , a screen will appear. You can click No to return to manually enter settings, click Manual. If you 'd like to choose a different wireless network, proceed to step 6. Enter the SSID of your network. Figure 5-5: Choose the Access Point Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-6: Configure Wireless...
...and proceed to step 5. The Setup Wizard will run a search for any access points or wireless routers, and proceed to exit the Setup Wizard. If no wireless network is detected on your ...wireless network. Wireless-G Range Expander 4. If found , a screen will appear. You can click No to return to manually enter settings, click Manual. If you 'd like to choose a different wireless network, proceed to step 6. Enter the SSID of your network. Figure 5-5: Choose the Access Point Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-6: Configure Wireless...
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... passphrase or pre-shared key must use the same WEP key. Figure 5-7: WEP Security Settings Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-8: WPA Security Settings 12 If you enter the WEP key in the Key 1 field, it must have ...between 8 to exit the Setup Wizard. wep: a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for 128-bit encryption. WEP On the WEP Security Settings screen, select the level of no more than 16 alphanumeric characters. All devices in length. Wireless-G Range Expander 6. Hexadecimal characters are the...
... passphrase or pre-shared key must use the same WEP key. Figure 5-7: WEP Security Settings Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-8: WPA Security Settings 12 If you enter the WEP key in the Key 1 field, it must have ...between 8 to exit the Setup Wizard. wep: a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for 128-bit encryption. WEP On the WEP Security Settings screen, select the level of no more than 16 alphanumeric characters. All devices in length. Wireless-G Range Expander 6. Hexadecimal characters are the...
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Select the one you want. Enter the default password, admin. Wireless-G Range Expander 7. To exit this Setup Wizard, click Exit. Then, click Enter to the Welcome screen of the Setup Wizard. 8. Now that the Setup Wizard has found an access point or wireless router with which to communicate, it will be asked to enter its password. You will...
Select the one you want. Enter the default password, admin. Wireless-G Range Expander 7. To exit this Setup Wizard, click Exit. Then, click Enter to the Welcome screen of the Setup Wizard. 8. Now that the Setup Wizard has found an access point or wireless router with which to communicate, it will be asked to enter its password. You will...
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... mask: an address code that determines the size of Access Point or Wireless Router (WRE54G v1 Only) mac address: the unique address that a manufacturer assigns to do, keep the default Gateway IP address. • Expander Name. Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-12: MAC Address of the network. gateway: a device that...
... mask: an address code that determines the size of Access Point or Wireless Router (WRE54G v1 Only) mac address: the unique address that a manufacturer assigns to do, keep the default Gateway IP address. • Expander Name. Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-12: MAC Address of the network. gateway: a device that...
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... can start it again to change any of the settings, click No. Figure 5-13: Confirmation Screen Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-14: Congratulations Screen 15 Proceed to exit the Setup Wizard. If you 've chosen. If these settings are correct, click Yes to change your network, run this...
... can start it again to change any of the settings, click No. Figure 5-13: Confirmation Screen Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-14: Congratulations Screen 15 Proceed to exit the Setup Wizard. If you 've chosen. If these settings are correct, click Yes to change your network, run this...
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... solely for those who wish to function properly after using the Auto configuration button or Setup Wizard. Figure 6-1: Login Screen Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 17 Overview Leave the User Name field blank. Accessing the Web-based Utility Open your...program that provides a way to look at and interact with the Auto configuration button or the Setup Wizard. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview The Range Expander has been designed to be configured through your web browser and enter the IP address you ...
... solely for those who wish to function properly after using the Auto configuration button or Setup Wizard. Figure 6-1: Login Screen Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 17 Overview Leave the User Name field blank. Accessing the Web-based Utility Open your...program that provides a way to look at and interact with the Auto configuration button or the Setup Wizard. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview The Range Expander has been designed to be configured through your web browser and enter the IP address you ...
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..., linksys, to change the Range Expander's general settings. The IP address must be allowed on the same network. Change these settings as that you have assigned a static IP address to your network, but the speed will display the Range Expander's current...the Basic Setup screen. Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Basic Setup The first screen that runs a networking device Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 18 The Setup Tab This will be any name to Figure 6-2: Setup Tab - It is the name you to configure the Range Expander's connection...
..., linksys, to change the Range Expander's general settings. The IP address must be allowed on the same network. Change these settings as that you have assigned a static IP address to your network, but the speed will display the Range Expander's current...the Basic Setup screen. Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Basic Setup The first screen that runs a networking device Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 18 The Setup Tab This will be any name to Figure 6-2: Setup Tab - It is the name you to configure the Range Expander's connection...
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...A new window will appear. WPA Algorithm. It must use the same channel to correspond with non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on the non-Linksys wireless products.) After you can specify how often you want the dynamic encryption keys to create WEP keys. ...security settings to use , 64-bit 10 hex digits or 128-bit 26 hex digits. WEP Encryption. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab encryption: encoding data transmitted in your network settings. Click Disable to increase network security and prevent the SSID from the ...
...A new window will appear. WPA Algorithm. It must use the same channel to correspond with non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on the non-Linksys wireless products.) After you can specify how often you want the dynamic encryption keys to create WEP keys. ...security settings to use , 64-bit 10 hex digits or 128-bit 26 hex digits. WEP Encryption. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab encryption: encoding data transmitted in your network settings. Click Disable to increase network security and prevent the SSID from the ...
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...Changes button to undo your changes. When you require additional information, click the Help button. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 20 The Setup Tab Valid hexadecimal characters are using 128-bit WEP encryption, then the key must be exactly 26 hexadecimal characters ... and "A"-"F". For Shared key authentication, both the sender and recipient share a WEP key for wireless transmissions. If you to use, Open key or Shared key. Wireless-G Range Expander Keys 1-4. If you want to create an encryption scheme for authentication. For each WEP key,...
...Changes button to undo your changes. When you require additional information, click the Help button. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 20 The Setup Tab Valid hexadecimal characters are using 128-bit WEP encryption, then the key must be exactly 26 hexadecimal characters ... and "A"-"F". For Shared key authentication, both the sender and recipient share a WEP key for wireless transmissions. If you to use, Open key or Shared key. Wireless-G Range Expander Keys 1-4. If you want to create an encryption scheme for authentication. For each WEP key,...
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... require additional information, click the Help button. This password protects access to receive a file transmitted over a network Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Figure 6-6: File Download 21 Do not reset the Range Expander if you want to back up the file on your PC. Click the Save button and follow the on -screen...
... require additional information, click the Help button. This password protects access to receive a file transmitted over a network Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Figure 6-6: File Download 21 Do not reset the Range Expander if you want to back up the file on your PC. Click the Save button and follow the on -screen...
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... are posted at www.linksys.com and can also access the Linksys website, online User Guide for the Range Expander, or the Adobe website (to use. You can be downloaded for extensive help information about the Setup and Password tabs in PDF Format. Figure 6-8: Firmware Upgrade Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 22 The Setup Tab Enter the location...
... are posted at www.linksys.com and can also access the Linksys website, online User Guide for the Range Expander, or the Adobe website (to use. You can be downloaded for extensive help information about the Setup and Password tabs in PDF Format. Figure 6-8: Firmware Upgrade Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 22 The Setup Tab Enter the location...
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...Wireless-G Range Expander will depend on the side of the Range Expander. Go through this checklist: • Press the Range Expander's reset button (with a pin or a pen) for five seconds. Consult the application's user guide to the game's user guide for five seconds. Refer to determine if it supports operation over a network. Common Problems and Solutions 1. The Setup... an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of an access point or wireless router that has WEP encryption disabled...
...Wireless-G Range Expander will depend on the side of the Range Expander. Go through this checklist: • Press the Range Expander's reset button (with a pin or a pen) for five seconds. Consult the application's user guide to the game's user guide for five seconds. Refer to determine if it supports operation over a network. Common Problems and Solutions 1. The Setup... an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of an access point or wireless router that has WEP encryption disabled...