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...figure number and description, like this: word: definition. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. How to Use This User Guide This User Guide has been designed to change without notice. In addition to cause ...a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wash hands after handling. WRT54GC-UG-41215NC BW Linksys is something you should pay special attention to do while using the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are subject to make understanding ...
...figure number and description, like this: word: definition. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. How to Use This User Guide This User Guide has been designed to change without notice. In addition to cause ...a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wash hands after handling. WRT54GC-UG-41215NC BW Linksys is something you should pay special attention to do while using the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are subject to make understanding ...
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... 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Bottom Panel 8 The Top Panel 9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Overview 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to your Broadband Modem 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 12 Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 Overview 14 How to Access the...
... 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Bottom Panel 8 The Top Panel 9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Overview 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to your Broadband Modem 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 12 Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 Overview 14 How to Access the...
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Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Local Network 41 The Status Tab - Log 37 The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 39 The Administration Tab - Management 35 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 38 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 39 The Status Tab - Router 40 The Status Tab - Wireless 42 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43 Common Problems and Solutions 43...
Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Local Network 41 The Status Tab - Log 37 The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 39 The Administration Tab - Management 35 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 38 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 39 The Status Tab - Router 40 The Status Tab - Wireless 42 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43 Common Problems and Solutions 43...
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... 18 Figure 5-9: DynDNS.org 19 Figure 5-10: TZO.com 20 Figure 5-11: Setup Tab - Compact 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 3-3: The Router's Bottom Panel 8 Figure 3-4: The Router's Top Panel 9 Figure 4-1: Connecting your Broadband Modem 10 Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 11 Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 11 Figure...
... 18 Figure 5-9: DynDNS.org 19 Figure 5-10: TZO.com 20 Figure 5-11: Setup Tab - Compact 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 3-3: The Router's Bottom Panel 8 Figure 3-4: The Router's Top Panel 9 Figure 4-1: Connecting your Broadband Modem 10 Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 11 Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 11 Figure...
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... Status Tab - Internet Access Policy 29 Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions Tab - Firmware Upgrade 39 Figure 5-38: Status Tab - Router 40 Figure 5-39: Status Tab - Port Range Forwarding 31 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - Management 35 Figure 5-31:...5-33: Administration Tab - Port Triggering 33 Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Wireless Client List 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless 42 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - VPN Passthrough 29 Figure 5-24: Access Restrictions Tab - Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab -
... Status Tab - Internet Access Policy 29 Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions Tab - Firmware Upgrade 39 Figure 5-38: Status Tab - Router 40 Figure 5-39: Status Tab - Port Range Forwarding 31 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - Management 35 Figure 5-31:...5-33: Administration Tab - Port Triggering 33 Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Wireless Client List 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless 42 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - VPN Passthrough 29 Figure 5-24: Access Restrictions Tab - Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab -
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.... 802.11g: an IEEE wireless networking standard that make up , and configure it to look at either up to 11Mbps for choosing the Linksys Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. All the while, the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router protects your home or office. The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router will allow you need to a different IP address for playing multiplayer video games. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you...
.... 802.11g: an IEEE wireless networking standard that make up , and configure it to look at either up to 11Mbps for choosing the Linksys Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. All the while, the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router protects your home or office. The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router will allow you need to a different IP address for playing multiplayer video games. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you...
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... up and using the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Router's applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router This chapter instructs you...
... up and using the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Router's applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router This chapter instructs you...
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Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide? Compact 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 Guide? Compact 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.
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...Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in a wireless network. If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to the same wireless network. Network Layout The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for the purpose ... roaming range, and you can set up: infrastructure and ad-hoc. The Router transmits data to the network. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN...
...Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in a wireless network. If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to the same wireless network. Network Layout The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for the purpose ... roaming range, and you can set up: infrastructure and ad-hoc. The Router transmits data to the network. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN...
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... the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. The Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54GU2, WPS11) and Wireless Ethernet Bridges (WET54G, WET11). Go to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can be connected to enjoy USB connectivity. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router...
... the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. The Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54GU2, WPS11) and Wireless Ethernet Bridges (WET54G, WET11). Go to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can be connected to enjoy USB connectivity. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router...
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... The POWER port is where you will connect your networked PCs and other Ethernet network devices. broadband: an always-on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Internet The Internet port is where you will connect the power adapter.
... The POWER port is where you will connect your networked PCs and other Ethernet network devices. broadband: an always-on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Internet The Internet port is where you will connect the power adapter.
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... up when there is successfully connected to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the front panel. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs, which indicate the status of the Router and network activities, are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. The WLAN LED...
... up when there is successfully connected to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the front panel. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs, which indicate the status of the Router and network activities, are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. The WLAN LED...
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... security, will be deleted and replaced with the factory defaults. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Bottom Panel The Router's Reset button is located on the bottom panel. Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Either press the RESET button, for... IMPORTANT: If you want to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 8 The Bottom Panel STAND RESET BUTTON Figure 3-3: The Router's Bottom Panel RESET Button There are two ways to push in the Router's Web-based Utility. Use a sharp object like a pencil to reset the Router's factory defaults. To access the button, ...
... security, will be deleted and replaced with the factory defaults. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Bottom Panel The Router's Reset button is located on the bottom panel. Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Either press the RESET button, for... IMPORTANT: If you want to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 8 The Bottom Panel STAND RESET BUTTON Figure 3-3: The Router's Bottom Panel RESET Button There are two ways to push in the Router's Web-based Utility. Use a sharp object like a pencil to reset the Router's factory defaults. To access the button, ...
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.... Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Top Panel The Router comes with a built-in antenna, but there is an optional high gain antenna, model number HGA7S, that is available for the optional antenna is located on the top panel. To access the SMA Port, flip open the tab. OPTIONAL LINKSYS LONGER... RANGE ANTENNA (HGA7S) TAB ANTENNA BASE SMA Port Figure 3-4: The Router's Top Panel Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 9 The Top Panel
.... Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Top Panel The Router comes with a built-in antenna, but there is an optional high gain antenna, model number HGA7S, that is available for the optional antenna is located on the top panel. To access the SMA Port, flip open the tab. OPTIONAL LINKSYS LONGER... RANGE ANTENNA (HGA7S) TAB ANTENNA BASE SMA Port Figure 3-4: The Router's Top Panel Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 9 The Top Panel
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... install the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router behind another router in your Broadband Modem Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Overview Locate an optimum location for optimum performance. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable from the Router's Internet port to Another Router." For advanced users, you are using the optional external antenna, adjust it now for the Router. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends...
... install the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router behind another router in your Broadband Modem Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 Overview Locate an optimum location for optimum performance. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable from the Router's Internet port to Another Router." For advanced users, you are using the optional external antenna, adjust it now for the Router. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends...
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Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to your network PC or Ethernet device. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 4. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 5. Then connect the other end to the Router's Power port. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Connect a standard Ethernet...
Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to your network PC or Ethernet device. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 4. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 5. Then connect the other end to the Router's Power port. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Connect a standard Ethernet...
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...Utility. 5. If you are instructions for a typical Linksys router; First, make sure the Router is admin). Then press Enter. Router 7. however, if you do not change the other router. In the Password field, enter the password you...Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to all of the Router. 6. Click the Save Settings button to save your wireless network, with line of sight to Another Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 Hardware Installation for the Router...
...Utility. 5. If you are instructions for a typical Linksys router; First, make sure the Router is admin). Then press Enter. Router 7. however, if you do not change the other router. In the Password field, enter the password you...Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to all of the Router. 6. Click the Save Settings button to save your wireless network, with line of sight to Another Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 Hardware Installation for the Router...
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... end into an electrical outlet. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 9. Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router IMPORTANT: Make sure you want to connect to "Chapter 5: Configuring the...
... end into an electrical outlet. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 9. Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router IMPORTANT: Make sure you want to connect to "Chapter 5: Configuring the...
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..., Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Help information is admin. HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your ISP. • Management. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. NOTE: For first-time installation of the main tabs. For advanced users, you click one...
..., Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Help information is admin. HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your ISP. • Management. Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. NOTE: For first-time installation of the main tabs. For advanced users, you click one...
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... tab. A password request page will appear. Most of Internet connection your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the...
... tab. A password request page will appear. Most of Internet connection your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the...