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2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless-G Broadband Router WIRELESS Model No. WRT54G-TM User Guide
2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless-G Broadband Router WIRELESS Model No. WRT54G-TM User Guide
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...can also be found in the "List of Contents". Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Wireless-G Broadband Router. How to Use This User Guide This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with a figure number ...(diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with the Wireless-G Broadband Router easier than ever. Linksys is a note of California to while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Wash hands after handling. Copyright © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. WRT54G-TM-V1.1UG-70605-NC DF WARNING: This product contains chemicals,...
...can also be found in the "List of Contents". Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Wireless-G Broadband Router. How to Use This User Guide This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with a figure number ...(diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with the Wireless-G Broadband Router easier than ever. Linksys is a note of California to while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Wash hands after handling. Copyright © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. WRT54G-TM-V1.1UG-70605-NC DF WARNING: This product contains chemicals,...
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... 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 10 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 Overview 12 The Setup Tab - DDNS 18 The Setup Tab - Wireless Security 21 The Wireless Tab - Port Triggering 31 The Applications and Gaming Tab - MAC Address Clone 18 The Setup Tab - Advanced...
... 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 10 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 Overview 12 The Setup Tab - DDNS 18 The Setup Tab - Wireless Security 21 The Wireless Tab - Port Triggering 31 The Applications and Gaming Tab - MAC Address Clone 18 The Setup Tab - Advanced...
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... - Config Management 36 The Status Tab - Firmware Upgrade 36 The Administration Tab - Router 37 The Status Tab - Wireless 39 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 40 Common Problems and Solutions 40 Frequently Asked Questions 47 Appendix B: Wireless Security 54 Security Precautions 54 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 54 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 57 Appendix D: Windows Help 58 Appendix E: Finding...
... - Config Management 36 The Status Tab - Firmware Upgrade 36 The Administration Tab - Router 37 The Status Tab - Wireless 39 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 40 Common Problems and Solutions 40 Frequently Asked Questions 47 Appendix B: Wireless Security 54 Security Precautions 54 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 54 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 57 Appendix D: Windows Help 58 Appendix E: Finding...
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... - MAC Address Clone 18 Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise) 21 Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal) 22 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 23 Wireless Security (WPA Personal) 21 Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection 8 Figure...
... - MAC Address Clone 18 Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise) 21 Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal) 22 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 23 Wireless Security (WPA Personal) 21 Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection 8 Figure...
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... Gaming Tab - Firmware Upgrade 36 Figure 5-45: Administration Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 24 Figure 5-25: MAC Address Filter List 24 Figure 5-26: Wireless Tab - Config Management 36 Figure 5-46: Status Tab - DMZ 32 Figure 5-37: Applications and Gaming Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless 39 Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 57 Figure E-1: MAC Address/Physical...
... Gaming Tab - Firmware Upgrade 36 Figure 5-45: Administration Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 24 Figure 5-25: MAC Address Filter List 24 Figure 5-26: Wireless Tab - Config Management 36 Figure 5-46: Status Tab - DMZ 32 Figure 5-37: Applications and Gaming Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless 39 Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 57 Figure E-1: MAC Address/Physical...
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...access to an Internet connection over the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast at up to 54Mbps for the Internet. All the while, the Wireless-G Broadband Router protects your home or office. Use the WPA standard to enter the network. Networks ...with each other. PCs equipped with a RADIUS server. The Wireless-G Broadband Router will guide you to bridge your network. wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security protocol using the Setup CD-ROM for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router. Just run the Setup Wizard on a wired network create...
...access to an Internet connection over the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast at up to 54Mbps for the Internet. All the while, the Wireless-G Broadband Router protects your home or office. Use the WPA standard to enter the network. Networks ...with each other. PCs equipped with a RADIUS server. The Wireless-G Broadband Router will guide you to bridge your network. wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security protocol using the Setup CD-ROM for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router. Just run the Setup Wizard on a wired network create...
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... A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router. • 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...
... A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router. • 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...
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Wireless-G Broadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
Wireless-G Broadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
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...with the other . Choosing between them. And, of the Router. Network Layout The Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for a wireless router or access point. Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which can roam within a...ssid (service set up : infrastructure and ad-hoc. The basis of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the Wireless-G Broadband Router, which is an identification name shared by a wired network or need for use of this mode is...
...with the other . Choosing between them. And, of the Router. Network Layout The Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for a wireless router or access point. Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which can roam within a...ssid (service set up : infrastructure and ad-hoc. The basis of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the Wireless-G Broadband Router, which is an identification name shared by a wired network or need for use of this mode is...
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..., WET11). Go to enjoy USB connectivity. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you want to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options are limitless. Wireless-G Broadband Router The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters...
..., WET11). Go to enjoy USB connectivity. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you want to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options are limitless. Wireless-G Broadband Router The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters...
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...These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to reset the Router's factory defaults. IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of your settings (Internet connection, wireless security, and other Ethernet network devices. Factory Defaults in the Router's Web-based Utility. The Internet port is... Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Do not reset the Router if you will connect the power adapter. Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, ...
...These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to reset the Router's factory defaults. IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of your settings (Internet connection, wireless security, and other Ethernet network devices. Factory Defaults in the Router's Web-based Utility. The Internet port is... Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Do not reset the Router if you will connect the power adapter. Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, ...
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...is actively sending or receiving data over that port. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is powered on while the Router is successfully connected to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel The Internet LED lights up and will stay on . Chapter 3: Getting... that port. Wireless-G Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. Power Green. If the LED is flashing, the Router is a connection made through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up orange when no mobile phone is complete...
...is actively sending or receiving data over that port. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is powered on while the Router is successfully connected to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel The Internet LED lights up and will stay on . Chapter 3: Getting... that port. Wireless-G Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. Power Green. If the LED is flashing, the Router is a connection made through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up orange when no mobile phone is complete...
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Try to Another Router." Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview This chapter includes two sets of the antennas. If the Wireless-G Broadband Router will be the only router in your network, then follow the instructions in "Hardware Installation for Connection to place the Router in a position that will best cover your mobile stations. 3. The best place for...
Try to Another Router." Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview This chapter includes two sets of the antennas. If the Wireless-G Broadband Router will be the only router in your network, then follow the instructions in "Hardware Installation for Connection to place the Router in a position that will best cover your mobile stations. 3. The best place for...
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... 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router," for Connection to the Router's Power port and the other end into an electrical outlet. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Wireless-G Broadband Router 5. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 6. Use of a different adapter may result...
... 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router," for Connection to the Router's Power port and the other end into an electrical outlet. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Wireless-G Broadband Router 5. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 6. Use of a different adapter may result...
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... for a typical Linksys router; Normally, the higher you will be. 8. To access the other router's Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the other router's default IP address...Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to place the Router in the Address field. Try to Another Router Wireless-G Broadband Router Hardware Installation for Connection to one of the numbered Ethernet ports on how to change its local IP address to all of your mobile...
... for a typical Linksys router; Normally, the higher you will be. 8. To access the other router's Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the other router's default IP address...Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to place the Router in the Address field. Try to Another Router Wireless-G Broadband Router Hardware Installation for Connection to one of the numbered Ethernet ports on how to change its local IP address to all of your mobile...
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... 4-7: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router," for Connection to the Router. Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices 10. IMPORTANT: Make sure you want to connect to Another Router Wireless-G Broadband Router 9. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you...
... 4-7: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router," for Connection to the Router. Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices 10. IMPORTANT: Make sure you want to connect to Another Router Wireless-G Broadband Router 9. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you...
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... click one of a computer connected to the Router. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. NOTE: For first-time installation, Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for more information... key functions. If you do not wish to configure the Router. Figure 5-1: Password Screen Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 Overview Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, ...
... click one of a computer connected to the Router. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. NOTE: For first-time installation, Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for more information... key functions. If you do not wish to configure the Router. Figure 5-1: Password Screen Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 Overview Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, ...
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... IP Connection Type Static IP address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to change the Router's general settings. If you are connecting through your ISP supports DHCP or you with at least one DNS (Domain... Name System) Server IP Address. DNS. Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is the Router's Subnet Mask, as described here and click the Save Settings ... 13 Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab -
... IP Connection Type Static IP address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to change the Router's general settings. If you are connecting through your ISP supports DHCP or you with at least one DNS (Domain... Name System) Server IP Address. DNS. Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is the Router's Subnet Mask, as described here and click the Save Settings ... 13 Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab -