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WRT54GX User Guide ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless-G Broadband Router WIRELESS with SRX Model No.
WRT54GX User Guide ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless-G Broadband Router WIRELESS with SRX Model No.
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... contains chemicals, including lead, known to while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. Wash hands after handling. All rights reserved. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Cisco Systems, Inc. Linksys is something you should pay special attention to the... and Trademarks Specifications are presented like this User Guide: This checkmark means there is a note of interest and is a registered trademark or trademark of Contents". WRT54GX-UG-50225A BW
... contains chemicals, including lead, known to while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. Wash hands after handling. All rights reserved. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Cisco Systems, Inc. Linksys is something you should pay special attention to the... and Trademarks Specifications are presented like this User Guide: This checkmark means there is a note of interest and is a registered trademark or trademark of Contents". WRT54GX-UG-50225A BW
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... 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 9 Overview 9 The Setup Tab - DDNS 15 The Setup Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 18 The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 22 The Security Tab - Management 28 The...
... 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 9 Overview 9 The Setup Tab - DDNS 15 The Setup Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 18 The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 22 The Security Tab - Management 28 The...
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...-based Utility 57 Appendix F: Glossary 58 Appendix G: Specifications 64 Appendix H: Warranty Information 66 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 67 Appendix J: Contact Information 69 Router 31 The Status Tab - Wireless 33 The Status Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 30 The Administration Tab - Config Management 31 The Status Tab - Factory Defaults 30 The...
...-based Utility 57 Appendix F: Glossary 58 Appendix G: Specifications 64 Appendix H: Warranty Information 66 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 67 Appendix J: Contact Information 69 Router 31 The Status Tab - Wireless 33 The Status Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 30 The Administration Tab - Config Management 31 The Status Tab - Factory Defaults 30 The...
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... Tab - MAC Address Clone 16 Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - DDNS 15 Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing - Wireless MAC Filter - Wireless Security (WEP) 20 Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Firewall 23 Figure 5-24: AAccess Restrictions Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX List of PCs 25 Basic Setup 10 Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type 10 Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection...
... Tab - MAC Address Clone 16 Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - DDNS 15 Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing - Wireless MAC Filter - Wireless Security (WEP) 20 Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Firewall 23 Figure 5-24: AAccess Restrictions Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX List of PCs 25 Basic Setup 10 Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type 10 Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection...
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...Administration Tab - Management 28 Figure 5-33: Administration Tab - Local Network 32 Figure 5-40: Status Tab - UPnP Forwarding 27 Figure 5-32: Administration Tab - Router 31 Figure 5-39: Status Tab - DMZ 27 Figure 5-31: Applications and Gaming Tab - Config Management 31 Figure 5-38: Status Tab - Port Range ... Address 56 Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 57 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 57 Diagnostics 29 Figure 5-35: Administration Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Figure 5-27: Port Services 25 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab...
...Administration Tab - Management 28 Figure 5-33: Administration Tab - Local Network 32 Figure 5-40: Status Tab - UPnP Forwarding 27 Figure 5-32: Administration Tab - Router 31 Figure 5-39: Status Tab - DMZ 27 Figure 5-31: Applications and Gaming Tab - Config Management 31 Figure 5-38: Status Tab - Port Range ... Address 56 Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 57 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 57 Diagnostics 29 Figure 5-35: Administration Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Figure 5-27: Port Services 25 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab...
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... an Internet connection over the four switched ports or via the wireless network, broadcast at and interact with all of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with SRX do not wish to look at either 11Mbps for Wireless-B or 54Mbps for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX will allow you first install the...
... an Internet connection over the four switched ports or via the wireless network, broadcast at and interact with all of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with SRX do not wish to look at either 11Mbps for Wireless-B or 54Mbps for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX will allow you first install the...
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... the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX What's in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX. • 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 Wireless-G Broadband Router This chapter describes the Router's physical features. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router This...
... the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX What's in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX. • 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 Wireless-G Broadband Router This chapter describes the Router's physical features. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router This...
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Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Router's warranty information. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Router's regulatory information. • 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?
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Router's warranty information. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Router's regulatory information. • 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?
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... share resources only with each other devices to communicate with a wired network. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to communicate with computers on a wired network. Ad...
... share resources only with each other devices to communicate with a wired network. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to communicate with computers on a wired network. Ad...
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..., any of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's LAN ports can use the Wireless-G Broadband Router's four LAN ports. The Router will also communicate with your wired network, you wish to connect your networking options are limitless. To add more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Broadband Router. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your wireless network with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54GU2...
..., any of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's LAN ports can use the Wireless-G Broadband Router's four LAN ports. The Router will also communicate with your wired network, you wish to connect your networking options are limitless. To add more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Broadband Router. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your wireless network with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54GU2...
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... Panel Either press the Reset Button located on the back panel. The Internet port in the Router's Web-based Utility. Reset Button Internet 1, 2, 3, 4 Power There are two ways to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the bottom of your settings (WEP Encryption...
... Panel Either press the Reset Button located on the back panel. The Internet port in the Router's Web-based Utility. Reset Button Internet 1, 2, 3, 4 Power There are two ways to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the bottom of your settings (WEP Encryption...
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... indicates network activity over the network. Green. Green. Green. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is flashing, the Router is displayed, are located on the front panel. 1, 2, 3, 4 Internet Wireless DMZ Power Green. When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up...
... indicates network activity over the network. Green. Green. Green. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is flashing, the Router is displayed, are located on the front panel. 1, 2, 3, 4 Internet Wireless DMZ Power Green. When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up...
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... to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router," for Connection to your wireless network, with the Router. If you want to install the Wireless-G Broadband Router behind another router in your network, follow the instructions in your network. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Power port and the other end of your wireless network. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Router. Power down your network...
... to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router," for Connection to your wireless network, with the Router. If you want to install the Wireless-G Broadband Router behind another router in your network, follow the instructions in your network. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Power port and the other end of your wireless network. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Router. Power down your network...
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...of the main tabs. Figure 5-1: Password Screen Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 9 Overview To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Utility and each page... a computer connected to continue. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Wireless-G Broadband Router with this chapter to configure the Router. A password request page will appear. (Non-Windows XP users will describe...
...of the main tabs. Figure 5-1: Password Screen Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 9 Overview To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Utility and each page... a computer connected to continue. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Wireless-G Broadband Router with this chapter to configure the Router. A password request page will appear. (Non-Windows XP users will describe...
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... Type is set to cancel your changes. Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup DHCP, which should be obtained through a dynamic IP address. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Setup Tab - Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this information can be kept only...ISP. DHCP. This allows you are connecting through your changes or Cancel Changes to Automatic Configuration - Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to change the Router's general settings.
... Type is set to cancel your changes. Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup DHCP, which should be obtained through a dynamic IP address. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Setup Tab - Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this information can be kept only...ISP. DHCP. This allows you are connecting through your changes or Cancel Changes to Automatic Configuration - Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to change the Router's general settings.
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...address to connect to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in ... Static IP Connection Type static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to establish Internet connections. Wireless-G Broadband Router with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. • PPPoE. Enter the User Name and Password provided...
...address to connect to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in ... Static IP Connection Type static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to establish Internet connections. Wireless-G Broadband Router with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. • PPPoE. Enter the User Name and Password provided...
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...check the Internet connection. To use this option, the Router will provide you need to activate Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your ISP). Heart Beat Server. Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Subnet Mask. This is a service that ...Internet again. Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type Figure 5-7: Telstra BigPond Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you want...
...check the Internet connection. To use this option, the Router will provide you need to activate Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your ISP). Heart Beat Server. Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with the Subnet Mask. This is a service that ...Internet again. Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type Figure 5-7: Telstra BigPond Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you want...
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...largest packet size that will work. Figure 5-8: Optional Settings packet: a unit of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 13 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Verify with a host and domain name. You may be transmitted. It specifies the ...of up to 39 characters to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with your ISP before making any changes. The recommended size, entered in the 1200 to the Router's Ethernet ports. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Optional Settings Some of these settings may...
...largest packet size that will work. Figure 5-8: Optional Settings packet: a unit of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 13 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Verify with a host and domain name. You may be transmitted. It specifies the ...of up to 39 characters to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with your ISP before making any changes. The recommended size, entered in the 1200 to the Router's Ethernet ports. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Optional Settings Some of these settings may...
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... default is no other DHCP server on your network, or you don't want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. Client Lease Time. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) The settings allow you want a DHCP server, then click the Disable radio button (no other DHCP features... IP address is the amount of these for daylight savings time.) Figure 5-11: Time Setting Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - Enter the maximum number of PCs that the user will use another, type that IP Address in which means...
... default is no other DHCP server on your network, or you don't want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. Client Lease Time. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) The settings allow you want a DHCP server, then click the Disable radio button (no other DHCP features... IP address is the amount of these for daylight savings time.) Figure 5-11: Time Setting Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - Enter the maximum number of PCs that the user will use another, type that IP Address in which means...