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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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... point means there is a caution or warning and is something you might need to while using the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something that are presented like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure... your property or the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Linksys is provided with the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router easier than ever. WARNING: This product...
... point means there is a caution or warning and is something you might need to while using the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something that are presented like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure... your property or the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Linksys is provided with the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router easier than ever. WARNING: This product...
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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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... Defaults 40 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 39 The Administration Tab - Router 41 The Status Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Wireless 43 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 44 Common Problems and Solutions 44 Frequently Asked Questions 52 Appendix B: Wireless Security 59 Security Precautions 59 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 59 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 62 Appendix D: Windows Help...
... Defaults 40 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 39 The Administration Tab - Router 41 The Status Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Wireless 43 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 44 Common Problems and Solutions 44 Frequently Asked Questions 52 Appendix B: Wireless Security 59 Security Precautions 59 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 59 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 62 Appendix D: Windows Help...
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... 9 Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router 10 Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router 10 Figure 4-6: Connecting Your 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 - Wireless Security (Pre-Shared Key + RADIUS) 20 Figure 5-12: Wireless Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router List of PCs 28 Figure 5-21...
... 9 Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router 10 Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router 10 Figure 4-6: Connecting Your 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 - Wireless Security (Pre-Shared Key + RADIUS) 20 Figure 5-12: Wireless Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router List of PCs 28 Figure 5-21...
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... 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 - Port Triggering 31 Figure 5-23: Applications and ...5-32: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 Figure 5-33: Status Tab - QOS 33 Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Router 41 Figure 5-34: Status Tab - Wireless 43 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - Log 38 Figure 5-27: Incoming Log 38 Figure 5-28: Outgoing Log 38 Figure 5-...
... 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 - Port Triggering 31 Figure 5-23: Applications and ...5-32: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 Figure 5-33: Status Tab - QOS 33 Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Router 41 Figure 5-34: Status Tab - Wireless 43 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - Log 38 Figure 5-27: Incoming Log 38 Figure 5-28: Outgoing Log 38 Figure 5-...
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... up , and configure it to run the Setup Wizard on the World Wide Web. PCs on another computer's hard drive. The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router bridges wireless networks of the Router. Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for sharing computer resources. Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome nat (network address translation): NAT technology translated IP addresses of...
... up , and configure it to run the Setup Wizard on the World Wide Web. PCs on another computer's hard drive. The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router bridges wireless networks of the Router. Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for sharing computer resources. Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome nat (network address translation): NAT technology translated IP addresses of...
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... This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well 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 Firmware This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade...
... This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well 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 Firmware This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade...
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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. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
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... only with computers on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. And, of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between them. Network Layout The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for the purpose of course, communication between the wirelessequipped computers is relatively small and needs to communicate with the other devices...
... only with computers on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. And, of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between them. Network Layout The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for the purpose of course, communication between the wirelessequipped computers is relatively small and needs to communicate with the other devices...
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..., your desktop PCs, and USB Adapters (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you can use the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router's four LAN ports. When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you want to any of Linksys's switches (such as the Notebook Adapters (WPC55AG, WPC54G, WPC11) for your laptop computers, PCI Adapters (WMP55AG...
..., your desktop PCs, and USB Adapters (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you can use the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router's four LAN ports. When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you want to any of Linksys's switches (such as the Notebook Adapters (WPC55AG, WPC54G, WPC11) for your laptop computers, PCI Adapters (WMP55AG...
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... port is where you want to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports and Reset button are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel RESET Button There are located on , fast Internet...
... port is where you want to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports and Reset button are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel RESET Button There are located on , fast Internet...
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... through the Internet port. Green. The WLAN LED flashes when there is successfully connected to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel When the diagnostic is complete, the LED will remain lit as long as DMZ is powered on. Green....ports on the front panel. Chapter 3: Getting to a device through that port. 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 Power LED lights up , this LED will stay...
... through the Internet port. Green. The WLAN LED flashes when there is successfully connected to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel When the diagnostic is complete, the LED will remain lit as long as DMZ is powered on. Green....ports on the front panel. Chapter 3: Getting to a device through that port. 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 Power LED lights up , this LED will stay...
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... performance will be . 4. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to Your Broadband Modem 1. NOTE: For first-time installation of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM... Adjust the antennas. This chapter includes two sets of instructions. Locate an optimum location for the Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the...
... performance will be . 4. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to Your Broadband Modem 1. NOTE: For first-time installation of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM... Adjust the antennas. This chapter includes two sets of instructions. Locate an optimum location for the Router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the...
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.... Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router." Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9 Hardware Installation for Connection to the Router's numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied...
.... Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router." Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9 Hardware Installation for Connection to the Router's numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied...
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... optimum location for a typical Linksys router; Normally, the higher you have set (the default password is set to set to one of the numbered Ethernet ports on how to change its local IP address to all of your change the default IP address of the other router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram...
... optimum location for a typical Linksys router; Normally, the higher you have set (the default password is set to set to one of the numbered Ethernet ports on how to change its local IP address to all of your change the default IP address of the other router. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram...
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... other end into an electrical outlet. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to the Router. IMPORTANT: Make sure you want to connect to Another Router Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you use the power adapter supplied with the...
... other end into an electrical outlet. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to the Router. IMPORTANT: Make sure you want to connect to Another Router Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you use the power adapter supplied with the...
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...in the previous chapter, "Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router", and then configure the Router through its default. HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your changes. Refer to the Router. This chapter will describe each screen, click the Save Settings ... "Appendix D: Windows Help" for first-time installation of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. 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 the Setup CD-ROM for...
...in the previous chapter, "Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router", and then configure the Router through its default. HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your changes. Refer to the Router. This chapter will describe each screen, click the Save Settings ... "Appendix D: Windows Help" for first-time installation of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. 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 the Setup CD-ROM for...
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...the drop-down menu. • Automatic Configuration - Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your ISP. Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or... Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this information can set to identify a computer or device on a network. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility Figure 5-3: Setup Tab - Most of Internet connection your ISP supports DHCP or you are...
...the drop-down menu. • Automatic Configuration - Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your ISP. Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or... Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this information can set to identify a computer or device on a network. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility Figure 5-3: Setup Tab - Most of Internet connection your ISP supports DHCP or you are...
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...to establish Internet connections. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router • Static IP. This is the ISP server's IP address. Subnet Mask. If they use a permanent IP address to ... your connection as soon as identification. User Name and Password. You can configure the Router to specify here. Host Name and Domain Name. The Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection Type static ip address:...
...to establish Internet connections. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router • Static IP. This is the ISP server's IP address. Subnet Mask. If they use a permanent IP address to ... your connection as soon as identification. User Name and Password. You can configure the Router to specify here. Host Name and Domain Name. The Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection Type static ip address:...