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... 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...
... 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...
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... 5-5: Choose the Access Point 11 Figure 5-6: Configure Wireless Settings Manually 11 Figure 5-7: 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...
... 5-5: Choose the Access Point 11 Figure 5-6: Configure Wireless Settings Manually 11 Figure 5-7: 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...
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..., and/or transmission between users. PCs equipped with 802.11b devices. Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome By sharing the same wireless settings, within its current range. network: a series of computers or devices connected for choosing the Wireless-G Range Expander. router: a networking device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to get the most out of your network, the...
..., and/or transmission between users. PCs equipped with 802.11b devices. Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome By sharing the same wireless settings, within its current range. network: a series of computers or devices connected for choosing the Wireless-G Range Expander. router: a networking device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to get the most out of your network, the...
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... use the Range Expander's Setup Wizard and configure the Range Expander. • Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter shows you how to your wired or wireless network. • Chapter 5: Setting up and using the Wireless-G Range Expander. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Range Expander's applications and this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter...
... use the Range Expander's Setup Wizard and configure the Range Expander. • Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter shows you how to your wired or wireless network. • Chapter 5: Setting up and using the Wireless-G Range Expander. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Range Expander's applications and this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up the Wireless-G Range Expander This chapter...
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.... Auto configuration The Auto configuration button can be used if you want to retain these settings. 6 Do not reset the Range Expander if you connect the Range Expander to a wired network for setup. Wireless-G Range Expander 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 reset the...
.... Auto configuration The Auto configuration button can be used if you want to retain these settings. 6 Do not reset the Range Expander if you connect the Range Expander to a wired network for setup. Wireless-G Range Expander 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 reset the...
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...power outlet, preferably a surge protector. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander." Proceed to the Ethernet network port of the Range Expander. Proceed to the "Connection to the "Connection for Setup" section. Proceed to a ...with Plug 8 Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview Linksys recommends that you have security disabled on your wireless network. If you want to use the Web-based Utility to configure the Range Expander, then connect the Range Expander to set up the lid...
...power outlet, preferably a surge protector. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander." Proceed to the Ethernet network port of the Range Expander. Proceed to the "Connection to the "Connection for Setup" section. Proceed to a ...with Plug 8 Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview Linksys recommends that you have security disabled on your wireless network. If you want to use the Web-based Utility to configure the Range Expander, then connect the Range Expander to set up the lid...
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... Configuration Linksys recommends that will best cover your wireless network. The best placement is usually at the edge of the Wireless-G Range Expander is complete. Normally, the higher you place the Range Expander's antenna, the better its receiving sensitivity. 3. The installation of your wireless network. Connect the appropriate power plate and connect it to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander." Try...
... Configuration Linksys recommends that will best cover your wireless network. The best placement is usually at the edge of the Wireless-G Range Expander is complete. Normally, the higher you place the Range Expander's antenna, the better its receiving sensitivity. 3. The installation of your wireless network. Connect the appropriate power plate and connect it to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander." Try...
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...final location. 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 The remainder of the chapter describes how to move the Range Expander to exit the Setup Wizard. Running the Setup Wizard Now that... button to continue this chapter explains how to configure the Range Expander. 1. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview The first part of this Setup Wizard. NOTE: You...
...final location. 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 The remainder of the chapter describes how to move the Range Expander to exit the Setup Wizard. Running the Setup Wizard Now that... button to continue this chapter explains how to configure the Range Expander. 1. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. Wireless-G Range Expander Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Overview The first part of this Setup Wizard. NOTE: You...
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... click Yes to step 6. Figure 5-3: Confirm Wireless Network Settings Figure 5-4: Wireless Network Not Found 5. Enter the SSID of your wireless 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 Settings Manually 11 If you 'd like to choose a different wireless network, proceed to manually enter settings, click Manual. If your network uses...
... click Yes to step 6. Figure 5-3: Confirm Wireless Network Settings Figure 5-4: Wireless Network Not Found 5. Enter the SSID of your wireless 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 Settings Manually 11 If you 'd like to choose a different wireless network, proceed to manually enter settings, click Manual. If your network uses...
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... Passphrase field. wep: a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for 128-bit encryption. 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 Hexadecimal characters are the letters "A" through "F" and the numbers "0" through "9". wpa: a wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption, which...
... Passphrase field. wep: a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for 128-bit encryption. 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 Hexadecimal characters are the letters "A" through "F" and the numbers "0" through "9". wpa: a wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption, which...
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Enter the default password, admin. Figure 5-9: Choose the Range Expander Figure 5-10: Enter the Password Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander 13 Running the Setup Wizard You will now search for the Range Expander. Wireless-G Range Expander 7. Select the one you want. Then, click Yes to continue, or click No to return to continue. Now that the Setup Wizard has found...
Enter the default password, admin. Figure 5-9: Choose the Range Expander Figure 5-10: Enter the Password Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander 13 Running the Setup Wizard You will now search for the Range Expander. Wireless-G Range Expander 7. Select the one you want. Then, click Yes to continue, or click No to return to continue. Now that the Setup Wizard has found...
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... Enter an IP Address and appropriate Subnet Mask for the Range Expander. Then, click Next to continue or Back to return to each networking device. 14 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-12: MAC Address of ...the gateway device that a manufacturer assigns to the previous screen. If you are not sure about what to step 11. Wireless-G Range Expander 9. This IP address must be the IP address of Access Point or Wireless Router (WRE54G...
... Enter an IP Address and appropriate Subnet Mask for the Range Expander. Then, click Next to continue or Back to return to each networking device. 14 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-12: MAC Address of ...the gateway device that a manufacturer assigns to the previous screen. If you are not sure about what to step 11. Wireless-G Range Expander 9. This IP address must be the IP address of Access Point or Wireless Router (WRE54G...
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.... If these settings. Figure 5-13: Confirmation Screen Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-14: Congratulations Screen 15 You will exit the Setup Wizard and can start it again to the next section, "Moving the Range Expander." To configure another Range Expander in your settings. 12. Proceed to change any of the settings, click No. Wireless-G Range Expander 11.
.... If these settings. Figure 5-13: Confirmation Screen Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Running the Setup Wizard Figure 5-14: Congratulations Screen 15 You will exit the Setup Wizard and can start it again to the next section, "Moving the Range Expander." To configure another Range Expander in your settings. 12. Proceed to change any of the settings, click No. Wireless-G Range Expander 11.
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... the antenna can enhance its receiving sensitivity. 5. Unplug the power plate from your wireless network. Figure 5-15: Using the Power Plate with Cord Figure 5-16: Using the Power Plate with Plug Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander 16 Moving the Range Expander Normally, the higher you want to make any advanced configuration changes, proceed to a power...
... the antenna can enhance its receiving sensitivity. 5. Unplug the power plate from your wireless network. Figure 5-15: Using the Power Plate with Cord Figure 5-16: Using the Power Plate with Plug Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander 16 Moving the Range Expander Normally, the higher you want to make any advanced configuration changes, proceed to a power...
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...: an application program that provides a way to change these settings, the Range Expander can set a new password from the Password tab. However, if you'd like 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...
...: an application program that provides a way to change these settings, the Range Expander can set a new password from the Password tab. However, if you'd like 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...
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... both Wireless-G and Wireless-B computers will be upgraded from the default name, linksys, to Figure 6-2: Setup Tab - Firmware can be allowed on the network. • SSID. Wireless The selections under this setting is case-sensitive and must be broadcast on the same network. Select G-Only for all devices in your wireless network. • IP Address. Wireless-G Range Expander The...
... both Wireless-G and Wireless-B computers will be upgraded from the default name, linksys, to Figure 6-2: Setup Tab - Firmware can be allowed on the network. • SSID. Wireless The selections under this setting is case-sensitive and must be broadcast on the same network. Select G-Only for all devices in your wireless network. • IP Address. Wireless-G Range Expander The...
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...Settings button. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab encryption: encoding data transmitted in your wireless network must have more than 16 alphanumeric characters. (This Passphrase function is compatible with your network. If your network uses WPA security, then select WEP. Enter the pre-shared key (also called passphrase) for Linksys... your network settings. WEP Security Mode. Default Transmit Key. Select the key you enter the Passphrase, click the Generate button to all wireless devices in length. Wireless-G Range Expander your changes...
...Settings button. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab encryption: encoding data transmitted in your wireless network must have more than 16 alphanumeric characters. (This Passphrase function is compatible with your network. If your network uses WPA security, then select WEP. Enter the pre-shared key (also called passphrase) for Linksys... your network settings. WEP Security Mode. Default Transmit Key. Select the key you enter the Passphrase, click the Generate button to all wireless devices in length. Wireless-G Range Expander your changes...
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...key authentication, the sender and recipient do not enter all zeroes. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 20 The Setup Tab These are not valid key values.) If you are not using a Passphrase, then manually enter a set of values. (Do not leave a key field blank, and do not share a WEP... have finished making your changes. When you want to undo your changes on the Basic Setup screen, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to create an encryption scheme for authentication. Wireless-G Range Expander Keys 1-4.
...key authentication, the sender and recipient do not enter all zeroes. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander 20 The Setup Tab These are not valid key values.) If you are not using a Passphrase, then manually enter a set of values. (Do not leave a key field blank, and do not share a WEP... have finished making your changes. When you want to undo your changes on the Basic Setup screen, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to create an encryption scheme for authentication. Wireless-G Range Expander Keys 1-4.
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... the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Figure 6-6: File Download 21 The File Download screen will erase all of the Range Expander, click the Backup button. To restore the back-up configuration file, click the Restore button and follow the on-screen instructions to back up the file on -screen instructions. Click the Save Settings button...
... the Wireless-G Range Expander The Setup Tab Figure 6-6: File Download 21 The File Download screen will erase all of the Range Expander, click the Backup button. To restore the back-up configuration file, click the Restore button and follow the on-screen instructions to back up the file on -screen instructions. Click the Save Settings button...
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...The Setup Wizard does not detect the Range Expander. This should reset the Range Expander's settings back to their defaults. • Disconnect the Range Expander's power for five seconds. Go ...range of an access point or wireless router that your PC can communicate with your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys...8226; Press the Range Expander's reset button (with other users of the Wireless-G Range Expander. This appendix provides solutions to the game's user guide for five seconds. The Wireless-G Range Expander will depend on...
...The Setup Wizard does not detect the Range Expander. This should reset the Range Expander's settings back to their defaults. • Disconnect the Range Expander's power for five seconds. Go ...range of an access point or wireless router that your PC can communicate with your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys...8226; Press the Range Expander's reset button (with other users of the Wireless-G Range Expander. This appendix provides solutions to the game's user guide for five seconds. The Wireless-G Range Expander will depend on...