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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 provided with a figure number and description, like this : Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of interest and is something you with the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router easier than ever. All rights reserved. ...known to the State of their respective holders. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. and certain other image) is a registered trademark or trademark of Contents". This question mark provides you should pay ...
Linksys is provided with a figure number and description, like this : Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of interest and is something you with the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router easier than ever. All rights reserved. ...known to the State of their respective holders. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. and certain other image) is a registered trademark or trademark of Contents". This question mark provides you should pay ...
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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 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 Router 41 The Status Tab - Diagnostics 39 The Administration Tab - Local Network 42 The Status Tab - Factory Defaults 40 The Administration Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Administration...
... 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 Router 41 The Status Tab - Diagnostics 39 The Administration Tab - Local Network 42 The Status Tab - Factory Defaults 40 The Administration Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Administration...
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... 9 Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 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 - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router List of PCs 28 Figure 5-21: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port...
... 9 Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 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 - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router List of PCs 28 Figure 5-21: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port...
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...35: DHCP Client Table 42 Figure 5-36: Status Tab - Factory Defaults 40 Figure 5-32: Administration Tab - Router 41 Figure 5-34: Status Tab - Wireless 43 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 39 Figure 5-30: Ping 39 Figure 5-31: Administration Tab - DMZ ...Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 65 Port Triggering 31 Figure 5-23: Applications and Gaming Tab - Management 36 Figure 5-26: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 Figure 5-33: Status Tab - QOS 33 Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router...
...35: DHCP Client Table 42 Figure 5-36: Status Tab - Factory Defaults 40 Figure 5-32: Administration Tab - Router 41 Figure 5-34: Status Tab - Wireless 43 Figure C-1: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 39 Figure 5-30: Ping 39 Figure 5-31: Administration Tab - DMZ ...Wireless MAC Filter List 65 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 65 Port Triggering 31 Figure 5-23: Applications and Gaming Tab - Management 36 Figure 5-26: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 40 Figure 5-33: Status Tab - QOS 33 Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router...
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... first-time installation of measurement for choosing the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. These instructions should be fun. If you do all of the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router will allow you to -use the instructions in your home or office. How does the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router do not wish to run the Setup...
... first-time installation of measurement for choosing the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. These instructions should be fun. If you do all of the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router. The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router will allow you to -use the instructions in your home or office. How does the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router do not wish to run the Setup...
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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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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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...network or not. The drawback of this mode is that specifies how data is placed on the wireless network need to share a peripheral, such as the DualBand Wireless A+G Broadband Router, which can roam within a certain radial range of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission ... using these two modes depends on the wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work in Infrastructure mode. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly ...
...network or not. The drawback of this mode is that specifies how data is placed on the wireless network need to share a peripheral, such as the DualBand Wireless A+G Broadband Router, which can roam within a certain radial range of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission ... using these two modes depends on the wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work in Infrastructure mode. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly ...
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... 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. The Router will also communicate with your wired network, you want to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options are limitless. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router is compatible with...
... 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. The Router will also communicate with your wired network, you want to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options are limitless. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router is compatible with...
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.... Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection. 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your settings, including Internet connection, wireless, and security, will connect the power adapter. Either press the... connection. 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 Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel RESET...
.... Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection. 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your settings, including Internet connection, wireless, and security, will connect the power adapter. Either press the... connection. 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 Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel RESET...
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... powered on while the Router is being used. The Internet LED lights up , this LED will stay on . When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up when there is successfully connected to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel ...If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is a connection made through that port. Green....
... powered on while the Router is being used. The Internet LED lights up , this LED will stay on . When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up when there is successfully connected to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 7 The Front Panel ...If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is a connection made through that port. Green....
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..., you place the antennas, the better the performance will be . 4. This chapter includes two sets of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. Hardware Installation for Connection to all of your wireless devices. 3. Power down your broadband modem. NOTE: For first-time installation of instructions. Figure 4-1: Connecting Your...
..., you place the antennas, the better the performance will be . 4. This chapter includes two sets of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. Hardware Installation for Connection to all of your wireless devices. 3. Power down your broadband modem. NOTE: For first-time installation of instructions. Figure 4-1: Connecting Your...
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... Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router." Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may cause product damage. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to the Router's Power port. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9 Hardware...
... Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router." Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may cause product damage. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power Now that is complete, proceed to the Router's Power port. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9 Hardware...
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...), which is set to the Router's Internet port. 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 Hardware Installation for the Router. If you do not change the other router's default IP address, then you are instructions for a typical Linksys router; however, if you may...
...), which is set to the Router's Internet port. 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 Hardware Installation for the Router. If you do not change the other router's default IP address, then you are instructions for a typical Linksys router; however, if you may...
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... ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9. Disconnect the selected computers or devices from the other end into an electrical outlet. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router." Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices 10. Use of a different power adapter could...
... ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 9. Disconnect the selected computers or devices from the other end into an electrical outlet. Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Router." Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices 10. Use of a different power adapter could...
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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 right-hand side of the Router. On each screen, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel...the Web-based Utility. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Make the necessary changes through use these two screens of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for more...
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 right-hand side of the Router. On each screen, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel...the Web-based Utility. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Make the necessary changes through use these two screens of the Router, Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for more...
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... password from the drop-down menu. • Automatic Configuration - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. 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 Netscape Navigator, and enter the...
... password from the drop-down menu. • Automatic Configuration - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. 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 Netscape Navigator, and enter the...
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...usually cable ISPs, require these fields blank will periodically check your local area network. MTU. The Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP to Keep Alive. To use a permanent IP address... to connect to check the Internet connection. Optional Settings Some of the network. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router • Static IP. If you attempt to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for Internet transmission. If they...
...usually cable ISPs, require these fields blank will periodically check your local area network. MTU. The Chapter 5: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP to Keep Alive. To use a permanent IP address... to connect to check the Internet connection. Optional Settings Some of the network. Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router • Static IP. If you attempt to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for Internet transmission. If they...