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WRT55AG Dual-Band 5 + GHz 802.11a Dual-Band 2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless A+G WIRELESS Broadband Router User Guide Model No. ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
WRT55AG Dual-Band 5 + GHz 802.11a Dual-Band 2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless A+G WIRELESS Broadband Router User Guide Model No. ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
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...Linksys is something you should pay special attention to cause cancer, and birth defects or other countries. WRT55AG_V2-UG-40913NC JL WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to while using the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router... networking with a figure number and description, like this: word: definition. and certain other reproductive harm. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are presented like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be ...
...Linksys is something you should pay special attention to cause cancer, and birth defects or other countries. WRT55AG_V2-UG-40913NC JL WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to while using the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router... networking with a figure number and description, like this: word: definition. and certain other reproductive harm. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are presented like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be ...
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... 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 10 Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 12 Overview 12 How to Access the Web-based Utility...
... 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 10 Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 12 Overview 12 How to Access the Web-based Utility...
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... 64 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 64 For the Router's Web-based Utility 65 Appendix F: Glossary 66 Appendix G: Specifications 73 Appendix H: Warranty Information 74 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 75 Appendix J: Contact Information 77 Diagnostics 39 The Administration Tab - Router 41 The Status Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 The Status...
... 64 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 64 For the Router's Web-based Utility 65 Appendix F: Glossary 66 Appendix G: Specifications 73 Appendix H: Warranty Information 74 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 75 Appendix J: Contact Information 77 Diagnostics 39 The Administration Tab - Router 41 The Status Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 The Status...
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... Network Devices 11 Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power 11 Figure 5-1: Router's IP Address 13 Figure 5-2: Router Login Screen 13 Figure 5-3: Setup Tab - Port Range Forwarding 29 Wireless Security (Pre-Shared Key + RADIUS) 20 Figure 5-12: Wireless Tab - MAC Address Clone 17 Figure 5-9: Wireless Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router List of PCs 28 Figure 5-21: Applications and Gaming Tab...
... Network Devices 11 Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power 11 Figure 5-1: Router's IP Address 13 Figure 5-2: Router Login Screen 13 Figure 5-3: Setup Tab - Port Range Forwarding 29 Wireless Security (Pre-Shared Key + RADIUS) 20 Figure 5-12: Wireless Tab - MAC Address Clone 17 Figure 5-9: Wireless Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router List of PCs 28 Figure 5-21: Applications and Gaming Tab...
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Wireless 43 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - DMZ 32 Figure 5-24: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 31 Figure 5-23: Applications and Gaming Tab - Log 38 Figure 5-27: ... E-1: IP Configuration Screen 64 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 64 Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 64 Figure E-4: Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 65 Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Figure 5-22: Applications and Gaming Tab - Router 41 Figure 5-34: Status Tab - QOS 33 Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 Figure 5-33...
Wireless 43 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - DMZ 32 Figure 5-24: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 31 Figure 5-23: Applications and Gaming Tab - Log 38 Figure 5-27: ... E-1: IP Configuration Screen 64 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 64 Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 64 Figure E-4: Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 65 Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Figure 5-22: Applications and Gaming Tab - Router 41 Figure 5-34: Status Tab - QOS 33 Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 Figure 5-33...
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...Wireless A+G Broadband Router, this ? But what does all you for choosing the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. PCs on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. 802.11a: an IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b: an IEEE wireless... now share files and Internet access-and even play games. With your different networks. The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router bridges wireless networks of 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate...
...Wireless A+G Broadband Router, this ? But what does all you for choosing the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. PCs on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. 802.11a: an IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b: an IEEE wireless... now share files and Internet access-and even play games. With your different networks. The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router bridges wireless networks of 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate...
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...-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router This ... as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Dual-Band Wireless A+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...
...-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router This ... as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Dual-Band Wireless A+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...
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Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide? Dual-Band Wireless A+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? Dual-Band Wireless A+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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... adapters, which they may be accessible by a wired network or need for a wireless router or access point. And, of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as a printer, with each other . Network Layout The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for the purpose of an access point. Chapter 2: Planning Your...
... adapters, which they may be accessible by a wired network or need for a wireless router or access point. And, of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as a printer, with each other . Network Layout The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for the purpose of an access point. Chapter 2: Planning Your...
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... Adapters (WMP55AG, WMP54G, WMP11) for more ports, any of the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router's LAN ports can use the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router's four LAN ports. To add more information about products that work with the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your desktop PCs, and USB Adapters (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you...
... Adapters (WMP55AG, WMP54G, WMP11) for more ports, any of the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router's LAN ports can use the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router's four LAN ports. To add more information about products that work with the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your desktop PCs, and USB Adapters (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you...
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... with the factory defaults. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Either press the RESET button, for plugging in the Router's Web-based Utility. Internet The Internet port is where you reset the Router, all of the Router. Do not reset the Router if you will connect your settings...
... with the factory defaults. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Either press the RESET button, for plugging in the Router's Web-based Utility. Internet The Internet port is where you reset the Router, all of the Router. Do not reset the Router if you will connect your settings...
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Dual-Band Wireless A+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 DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is enabled. Green. ... flash. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is a connection made through the Internet port. The Internet LED lights up when there is successfully connected to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel Power DMZ Wireless-A WLAN Wireless-G WLAN Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4 Internet Figure 3-2:...
Dual-Band Wireless A+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 DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is enabled. Green. ... flash. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is a connection made through the Internet port. The Internet LED lights up when there is successfully connected to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel Power DMZ Wireless-A WLAN Wireless-G WLAN Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4 Internet Figure 3-2:...
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... 1. NOTE: For first-time installation of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Broadband Modem Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 8 Overview If the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router will be the only router in "Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem." Using a standard Ethernet network cable, connect the...
... 1. NOTE: For first-time installation of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Broadband Modem Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 8 Overview If the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router will be the only router in "Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem." Using a standard Ethernet network cable, connect the...
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...-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9 Hardware Installation for Connection to an electrical outlet. Use of a different adapter may cause product damage. Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 6. Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router...
...-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9 Hardware Installation for Connection to an electrical outlet. Use of a different adapter may cause product damage. Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 6. Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router...
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... the Router, you are instructions for a typical Linksys router; Then, connect the other router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. A password request page will display the Setup tab. Change this to Another Router Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 10...
... the Router, you are instructions for a typical Linksys router; Then, connect the other router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. A password request page will display the Setup tab. Change this to Another Router Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 10...
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...-Band Wireless A+G Router." Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to the Router's numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9. IMPORTANT...
...-Band Wireless A+G Router." Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to the Router's numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9. IMPORTANT...
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.... On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your changes. PCs communicate over the network with this protocol. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on your PCs? This chapter will describe each web page in the previous chapter, "Chapter 4: Connecting the...
.... On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your changes. PCs communicate over the network with this protocol. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on your PCs? This chapter will describe each web page in the previous chapter, "Chapter 4: Connecting the...
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... be kept only if your Internet connection. DHCP. ip address: the address used to send data over a network. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to Automatic Configuration - By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is set a new password from the drop-down menu. • Automatic Configuration - Figure... settings. Basic Setup 13 Leave the User Name field blank. The Setup Tab - Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. Then press Enter. Most of ...
... be kept only if your Internet connection. DHCP. ip address: the address used to send data over a network. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to Automatic Configuration - By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is set a new password from the drop-down menu. • Automatic Configuration - Figure... settings. Basic Setup 13 Leave the User Name field blank. The Setup Tab - Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. Then press Enter. Most of ...
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...ISPs, require these names as you want to activate Connect on the Internet (including your ISP). The Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. • PPPoE... from the Internet. These fields allow you want to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router • Static IP. Internet IP Address. This is the Router's Subnet Mask, as seen by your ISP. Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you are ...
...ISPs, require these names as you want to activate Connect on the Internet (including your ISP). The Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. • PPPoE... from the Internet. These fields allow you want to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router • Static IP. Internet IP Address. This is the Router's Subnet Mask, as seen by your ISP. Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you are ...