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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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... to do while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to change without notice. Linksys is something that are presented like this : word: definition. WRT54GX-UG-50225A BW and/or ... checkmark means there is a note of interest and is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Wash hands after handling. This exclamation ...
... to do while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to change without notice. Linksys is something that are presented like this : word: definition. WRT54GX-UG-50225A BW and/or ... checkmark means there is a note of interest and is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Wash hands after handling. This exclamation ...
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... - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 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...
... - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 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...
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... Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 56 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 57 For the Router's Web-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 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 30 The Administration Tab - Config Management 31 The...
... Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 56 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 57 For the Router's Web-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 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 30 The Administration Tab - Config Management 31 The...
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... - Internet Access 24 Figure 5-25: Internet Policy Summary 24 Figure 5-26: List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Reset Button 6 Figure 3-3: The Router's LEDs 7 Figure 4-1: The Router's Ports 8 Figure 5-1: Password Screen 9 Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX List of PCs 25 DDNS 15 Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - Networked Computers 21 Figure 5-22...
... - Internet Access 24 Figure 5-25: Internet Policy Summary 24 Figure 5-26: List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Reset Button 6 Figure 3-3: The Router's LEDs 7 Figure 4-1: The Router's Ports 8 Figure 5-1: Password Screen 9 Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX List of PCs 25 DDNS 15 Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - Networked Computers 21 Figure 5-22...
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... Applications and Gaming Tab - Factory Defaults 30 Figure 5-36: Administration Tab - Local Network 32 Figure 5-40: Status Tab - Router 31 Figure 5-39: Status Tab - System Performance 34 Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 54 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 56 Figure E-2: MAC... Forward 26 Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Firmware Upgrade 30 Figure 5-37: Administration Tab - Wireless 33 Figure 5-41: Status Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Figure 5-27: Port Services 25 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding 27 Figure 5-32...
... Applications and Gaming Tab - Factory Defaults 30 Figure 5-36: Administration Tab - Local Network 32 Figure 5-40: Status Tab - Router 31 Figure 5-39: Status Tab - System Performance 34 Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 54 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 56 Figure E-2: MAC... Forward 26 Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Firmware Upgrade 30 Figure 5-37: Administration Tab - Wireless 33 Figure 5-41: Status Tab - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Figure 5-27: Port Services 25 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding 27 Figure 5-32...
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... Area Network. mbps: one printer from unauthorized and unwelcome users. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with Ethernet cables, which is why the network is called "wired". With the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX, this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX protects your home or office 802.11b: an IEEE...
... Area Network. mbps: one printer from unauthorized and unwelcome users. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with Ethernet cables, which is why the network is called "wired". With the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX, this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX protects your home or office 802.11b: an IEEE...
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... using 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 chapter...
... using 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 chapter...
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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? 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.
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... use with a wired network or not. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology ad-hoc: a group of a wireless network. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly with each other through an access point. 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...
... use with a wired network or not. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology ad-hoc: a group of a wireless network. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly with each other through an access point. 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...
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... or EZXS88W). With these, and many other, Linksys products, your desktop PC, and USB Adapter (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you can be connected to enjoy USB connectivity. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout To add more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and...
... or EZXS88W). With these, and many other, Linksys products, your desktop PC, and USB Adapter (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you can be connected to enjoy USB connectivity. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout To add more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Broadband Router. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and...
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...Ethernet network devices. Factory Defaults in cables or adapters broadband: an always-on your settings (WEP Encryption, network settings, etc.) and replace them with SRX Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are ...two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. port: the connection point on a computer or...
...Ethernet network devices. Factory Defaults in cables or adapters broadband: an always-on your settings (WEP Encryption, network settings, etc.) and replace them with SRX Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are ...two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. port: the connection point on a computer or...
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... the Internet port.rt. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. Green. If the LED is flashing, the Router is displayed, are located on the front panel. 1, 2, 3, 4 Internet Wireless DMZ Power Green. Green. When the Router goes through that port. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with SRX The Front Panel The...
... the Internet port.rt. Wireless-G Broadband Router with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. Green. If the LED is flashing, the Router is displayed, are located on the front panel. 1, 2, 3, 4 Internet Wireless DMZ Power Green. Green. When the Router goes through that port. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with SRX The Front Panel The...
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... Connection to install the Wireless-G Broadband Router behind another router in your network, follow the instructions in product damage. Use of the antennas. If the Wireless-G Broadband Router will best cover your network devices. 2. If you want to Your Broadband Modem 1. Normally, the higher you use the power adapter supplied with SRX Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview This chapter includes...
... Connection to install the Wireless-G Broadband Router behind another router in your network, follow the instructions in product damage. Use of the antennas. If the Wireless-G Broadband Router will best cover your network devices. 2. If you want to Your Broadband Modem 1. Normally, the higher you use the power adapter supplied with SRX Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview This chapter includes...
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... setup, most users will see a similar screen.) Leave the User Name field blank. The Router's default password is admin. If you can set a new password from its default. PCs communicate over the network with SRX Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should use these two screens of the Utility: • Basic Setup. Click...
... setup, most users will see a similar screen.) Leave the User Name field blank. The Router's default password is admin. If you can set a new password from its default. PCs communicate over the network with SRX Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should use these two screens of the Utility: • Basic Setup. Click...
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... changes. Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup DHCP. This allows you are connecting through your Internet connection. DHCP, which should be obtained through a dynamic IP address. Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Setup Tab -
... changes. Basic Setup Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup DHCP. This allows you are connecting through your Internet connection. DHCP, which should be obtained through a dynamic IP address. Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Setup Tab -
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... connection. This is the ISP server's IP address. User Name and Password. If you with SRX • Static IP. Some DSL-based ISPs use a permanent IP address to connect to have to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - Connect on the Internet (including your Internet connection. If you...
... connection. This is the ISP server's IP address. User Name and Password. If you with SRX • Static IP. Some DSL-based ISPs use a permanent IP address to connect to have to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 11 The Setup Tab - Connect on the Internet (including your Internet connection. If you...
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.... • Telstra BigPond. 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 - This is the Router's Subnet Mask, as seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you attempt to connections in Europe only. This...wish to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you want the Router to specify here. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX • PPTP. Enter the User Name and Password provided by users on Demand: Max Idle Time. If ...
.... • Telstra BigPond. 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 - This is the Router's Subnet Mask, as seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you attempt to connections in Europe only. This...wish to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of minutes you want the Router to specify here. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX • PPTP. Enter the User Name and Password provided by users on Demand: Max Idle Time. If ...
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... any changes. Verify with a host and domain name. Router Name. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Optional Settings Some of these settings may have the Router select the best MTU for Internet transmission. These fields allow you can type a name of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 13 The Setup Tab - Figure 5-8: Optional Settings...
... any changes. Verify with a host and domain name. Router Name. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Optional Settings Some of these settings may have the Router select the best MTU for Internet transmission. These fields allow you can type a name of data sent over a network Figure 5-9: Router IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 13 The Setup Tab - Figure 5-8: Optional Settings...
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...DHCP features will be used as a DHCP server for daylight savings time.) Figure 5-11: Time Setting Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - After the time is 0 minutes, which your network functions from this dynamic IP address. The...DHCP server on your network, or you don't want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to configure the Router's Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) The settings allow you to . The default is 50. Static DNS (1,2).
...DHCP features will be used as a DHCP server for daylight savings time.) Figure 5-11: Time Setting Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - After the time is 0 minutes, which your network functions from this dynamic IP address. The...DHCP server on your network, or you don't want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to configure the Router's Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) The settings allow you to . The default is 50. Static DNS (1,2).