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... Addresses 4 Why do I need a VPN? 5 What is a VPN? 6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 8 The Back Panel 8 The Front Panel 9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Gateway 10 Overview 10 Wired Connection to a Computer 11 Wireless Connection to a Computer 11 Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 13 Overview 13 How to Access the Web-based Utility 15 The Setup...
... Addresses 4 Why do I need a VPN? 5 What is a VPN? 6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 8 The Back Panel 8 The Front Panel 9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Gateway 10 Overview 10 Wired Connection to a Computer 11 Wireless Connection to a Computer 11 Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 13 Overview 13 How to Access the Web-based Utility 15 The Setup...
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Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Figure C-17: Connection Type Tab 69 Figure C-18: Properties Screen 69 Figure C-19: IP Filter List Tab 70 Figure C-20: Filter Action Tab 70 Figure C-... Preshared Key 71 Figure C-24: Tunnel Seting Tab 71 Figure C-25: Connection Type 72 Figure C-26: Rules 72 Figure C-27: Local Computer 72 Figure D-1: IP Configuration Screen 74 Figure D-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 74 Figure D-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 75 Figure D-4: MAC Address Filter 75 Figure D-5: MAC Address Clone 75 Figure...
Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Figure C-17: Connection Type Tab 69 Figure C-18: Properties Screen 69 Figure C-19: IP Filter List Tab 70 Figure C-20: Filter Action Tab 70 Figure C-... Preshared Key 71 Figure C-24: Tunnel Seting Tab 71 Figure C-25: Connection Type 72 Figure C-26: Rules 72 Figure C-27: Local Computer 72 Figure D-1: IP Configuration Screen 74 Figure D-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 74 Figure D-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 75 Figure D-4: MAC Address Filter 75 Figure D-5: MAC Address Clone 75 Figure...
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... or play head-to the Internet, far faster than a dial-up, and without running cables through the house. With the Linksys Wireless-G ADSL Gateway at the heart of your home network, you're connected to create as big a network as you a blazing fast connection to...your whole network share that high-speed Internet connection. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome The Linksys Wireless-G ADSL Gateway is a snap with any web browser. Connect your computers to the Gateway via the built-in your phone line. Configuration is the all together and lets your family with ...
... or play head-to the Internet, far faster than a dial-up, and without running cables through the house. With the Linksys Wireless-G ADSL Gateway at the heart of your home network, you're connected to create as big a network as you a blazing fast connection to...your whole network share that high-speed Internet connection. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome The Linksys Wireless-G ADSL Gateway is a snap with any web browser. Connect your computers to the Gateway via the built-in your phone line. Configuration is the all together and lets your family with ...
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... Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Wireless-G ADSL Gateway applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning your Network This chapter describes the basics of networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway This chapter describes the physical features of the Gateway. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Gateway to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway...
... Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Wireless-G ADSL Gateway applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning your Network This chapter describes the basics of networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway This chapter describes the physical features of the Gateway. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Gateway to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway...
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...on the public, Internet side cannot "see the Block WAN Requests description under Security in "Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway." 4 This applies to the Internet. Static IP Addresses A static IP address is the Gateway's Internet IP address. Since a static IP address remains valid until you disable it, static IP ...IP address that connects two networks, it needs two IP addresses-one for the LAN, and one for Internet Protocol. Since the Gateway uses NAT technology, the only IP address that travels between these two networks. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 2: Planning your computers.
...on the public, Internet side cannot "see the Block WAN Requests description under Security in "Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway." 4 This applies to the Internet. Static IP Addresses A static IP address is the Gateway's Internet IP address. Since a static IP address remains valid until you disable it, static IP ...IP address that connects two networks, it needs two IP addresses-one for the LAN, and one for Internet Protocol. Since the Gateway uses NAT technology, the only IP address that travels between these two networks. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 2: Planning your computers.
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...one of the two DHCP servers. If you already have assigned a static IP address to your account. in different networks that static IP address when configuring the Gateway. Not a literal tunnel, it a new dynamic IP address. If a computer logs onto the network (or the Internet) and its dynamic IP ... network or another network device, such as if it were still within those networks. the VPN creates a secure connection that, in "Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway." a VPN Gateway, for IP Security - Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Since you were directly connected to your local network.
...one of the two DHCP servers. If you already have assigned a static IP address to your account. in different networks that static IP address when configuring the Gateway. Not a literal tunnel, it a new dynamic IP address. If a computer logs onto the network (or the Internet) and its dynamic IP ... network or another network device, such as if it were still within those networks. the VPN creates a secure connection that, in "Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway." a VPN Gateway, for IP Security - Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Since you were directly connected to your local network.
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... client software that is configured with his office's VPN settings. His Gateway is configured with her ISP. At the other end of the VPN tunnel, you must have a second VPN Gateway or a computer with VPN client software that supports IPSec. 6 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway telecommuters, and/or professionals... on the road (travelers can be one end of the VPN tunnel. Computer (using VPN client software that supports IPSec and connects to the VPN Gateway at www.linksys.com or refer to Chapter 2:...
... client software that is configured with his office's VPN settings. His Gateway is configured with her ISP. At the other end of the VPN tunnel, you must have a second VPN Gateway or a computer with VPN client software that supports IPSec. 6 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway telecommuters, and/or professionals... on the road (travelers can be one end of the VPN tunnel. Computer (using VPN client software that supports IPSec and connects to the VPN Gateway at www.linksys.com or refer to Chapter 2:...
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.... Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Gateway Overview The Gateway's setup consists of the Gateway. If not, you can call your ISP to request that the Gateway assigns them (if applicable), and you want to use a computer with an Ethernet adapter to configure the Gateway, continue...broadband connection. If you after installing your modem with you want to use a computer with a wireless adapter to configure the Gateway, continue to "Wireless Connection to a computer." You will also have to accept the IP addresses that data. If you...
.... Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Gateway Overview The Gateway's setup consists of the Gateway. If not, you can call your ISP to request that the Gateway assigns them (if applicable), and you want to use a computer with an Ethernet adapter to configure the Gateway, continue...broadband connection. If you after installing your modem with you want to use a computer with a wireless adapter to configure the Gateway, continue to "Wireless Connection to a computer." You will also have to accept the IP addresses that data. If you...
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... may be necessary between the Gateway and the wall jack or your wireless network(s). 5. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway IMPORTANT: If using microfilters, make sure the computer's wireless adapter has its SSID set to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway." After you have accessed the Gateway, you have any questions. 3. Go to linksys (the Gateway's default setting), and its default, linksys, and enable WEP encryption. Contact...
... may be necessary between the Gateway and the wall jack or your wireless network(s). 5. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway IMPORTANT: If using microfilters, make sure the computer's wireless adapter has its SSID set to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway." After you have accessed the Gateway, you have any questions. 3. Go to linksys (the Gateway's default setting), and its default, linksys, and enable WEP encryption. Contact...
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... choose your web browser through the Administration tab. 13 You can access the Advanced Wireless features. This screen contains Filters and Block WAN Requests. computers communicate over the network with this screen. • Wireless Network Access. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway Overview Follow the steps in the Utility and each page's key functions. On the...
... choose your web browser through the Administration tab. 13 You can access the Advanced Wireless features. This screen contains Filters and Block WAN Requests. computers communicate over the network with this screen. • Wireless Network Access. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway Overview Follow the steps in the Utility and each page's key functions. On the...
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... attaching to view or save activity logs, click this screen. Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 14 Overview Administration • Management. This screen provides status information about the Gateway. • Local Network. Applications & Gaming • Single Port Forwarding.... information about the DSL connection. Use this screen, alter Gateway access privileges, SNMP, and UPnP settings. • Reporting. This provides status information about the wireless network. • DSL Connection. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • VPN. Access Restrictions • Internet Access....
... attaching to view or save activity logs, click this screen. Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 14 Overview Administration • Management. This screen provides status information about the Gateway. • Local Network. Applications & Gaming • Single Port Forwarding.... information about the DSL connection. Use this screen, alter Gateway access privileges, SNMP, and UPnP settings. • Reporting. This provides status information about the wireless network. • DSL Connection. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • VPN. Access Restrictions • Internet Access....
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...enter admin (the default password) in the Address field. Virtual Circuit (VPI and VCI): These fields consist of encapsulation you to change the Gateway's general settings. Multiplexing: Select LLC or VC , depending on what kind of two items: VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (... says you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. (See Figure 5-3.) Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway How to Access the Web-based Utility Figure 5-1: Password Screen Figure 5-2: Basic Setup Tab 15 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the web-based utility, launch Internet...
...enter admin (the default password) in the Address field. Virtual Circuit (VPI and VCI): These fields consist of encapsulation you to change the Gateway's general settings. Multiplexing: Select LLC or VC , depending on what kind of two items: VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (... says you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. (See Figure 5-3.) Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway How to Access the Web-based Utility Figure 5-1: Password Screen Figure 5-2: Basic Setup Tab 15 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the web-based utility, launch Internet...
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...Use the following IP Address. (See Figure 5-4.) • IP Address. Figure 5-3: Dynamic IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway The Setup Tab Figure 5-4: Static IP 16 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Static IP If you with the Default Gateway Address, which is the ISP server's IP address. • Primary DNS. (Required) and Secondary DNS...; Subnet Mask. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. This is the Gateway's Subnet Mask. Your ISP will provide you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to undo your changes. Your ...
...Use the following IP Address. (See Figure 5-4.) • IP Address. Figure 5-3: Dynamic IP Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway The Setup Tab Figure 5-4: Static IP 16 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Static IP If you with the Default Gateway Address, which is the ISP server's IP address. • Primary DNS. (Required) and Secondary DNS...; Subnet Mask. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. This is the Gateway's Subnet Mask. Your ISP will provide you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to undo your changes. Your ...
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... with your ISP to enable PPPoE. (See Figure 5-6.) • Service Name. You can configure the Gateway to specify here. • Subnet Mask. The default Redial Period is the Gateway's Subnet Mask. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RFC 1483 Routed If you are disconnected, then the Gateway will automatically re-establish your connection. This is the ISP server's IP address...
... with your ISP to enable PPPoE. (See Figure 5-6.) • Service Name. You can configure the Gateway to specify here. • Subnet Mask. The default Redial Period is the Gateway's Subnet Mask. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RFC 1483 Routed If you are disconnected, then the Gateway will automatically re-establish your connection. This is the ISP server's IP address...
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... option, click the radio button next to activate Connect on this mode. These fields allow you wish to Keep Alive. Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway The Setup Tab Figure 5-7: RFC 2364 PPPoA Figure 5-8: Bridged Mode Only 18 The default Redial Period is disabled in this tab,...re-establish your changes. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RFC 2364 PPPoA Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoA (Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM) to the Internet through a DSL line, check with a host and domain name. When finished making your broadband Internet service has been configured with your connection as soon...
... option, click the radio button next to activate Connect on this mode. These fields allow you wish to Keep Alive. Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway The Setup Tab Figure 5-7: RFC 2364 PPPoA Figure 5-8: Bridged Mode Only 18 The default Redial Period is disabled in this tab,...re-establish your changes. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RFC 2364 PPPoA Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoA (Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM) to the Internet through a DSL line, check with a host and domain name. When finished making your broadband Internet service has been configured with your connection as soon...
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...Gateway. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • MTU. The values for network transmission. The default value is already enabled by factory default. Enter a value for your network, set the Gateway's DHCP option to 192.168.1.149. • DHCP Address Range. Figure 5-9: Optional Settings Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway...Time Setting. Network Setup • Router IP. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for the Gateway's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. Unless you leave the Gateway enabled as a DHCP server. ...
...Gateway. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • MTU. The values for network transmission. The default value is already enabled by factory default. Enter a value for your network, set the Gateway's DHCP option to 192.168.1.149. • DHCP Address Range. Figure 5-9: Optional Settings Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway...Time Setting. Network Setup • Router IP. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for the Gateway's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. Unless you leave the Gateway enabled as a DHCP server. ...
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Figure 5-10: DynDNS.org Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 20 The Setup Tab DynDNS.org • User Name, Password, and Host Name. The Gateway's current Internet IP Address is dynamic, it will change. • Status. Because it is displayed here. DDNS DDNS Service. DDNS ... set up for DDNS service at DynDNS.org. If your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Gateway. When finished making your changes. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The DDNS Tab The Gateway offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. Enter the User Name, Password, and Host Name of the ...
Figure 5-10: DynDNS.org Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 20 The Setup Tab DynDNS.org • User Name, Password, and Host Name. The Gateway's current Internet IP Address is dynamic, it will change. • Status. Because it is displayed here. DDNS DDNS Service. DDNS ... set up for DDNS service at DynDNS.org. If your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Gateway. When finished making your changes. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The DDNS Tab The Gateway offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. Enter the User Name, Password, and Host Name of the ...
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..., it may be necessary to reach a specific host or network. Select the number of the gateway device that network information must travel . The Destination IP Address is any router in the network's layout. A node is the address of the remote network or host to ...configure the dynamic routing and static routing settings. (See Figure 5-11.) Advanced Routing • Dynamic Routing. This IP address should be sure that data packets will travel to set to delete a route, after selecting the entry, click the Delete Entry button. • Destination IP Address. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway...
..., it may be necessary to reach a specific host or network. Select the number of the gateway device that network information must travel . The Destination IP Address is any router in the network's layout. A node is the address of the remote network or host to ...configure the dynamic routing and static routing settings. (See Figure 5-11.) Advanced Routing • Dynamic Routing. This IP address should be sure that data packets will travel to set to delete a route, after selecting the entry, click the Delete Entry button. • Destination IP Address. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway...
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...tab, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. When finished making your LAN. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Interface. Click the Refresh button to open a screen (see Figure 5-12) displaying how data is routed through your changes on the ... • Show Routing Table. Click the Show Routing Table button to update the information. For each route, the Destination IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Interface are displayed. Figure 5-12: Routing Table Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 22 The Setup Tab
...tab, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. When finished making your LAN. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Interface. Click the Refresh button to open a screen (see Figure 5-12) displaying how data is routed through your changes on the ... • Show Routing Table. Click the Show Routing Table button to update the information. For each route, the Destination IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Interface are displayed. Figure 5-12: Routing Table Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway 22 The Setup Tab
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... Equivalent Privacy, WEP is case-sensitive and must be identical for keys. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings (See Figure 5-13.) This screen allows you to choose your wireless data communications. If you can enter a passphrase. This passphrase is the network...8226; Wireless Channel. Linksys recommends that you do not want to a unique name of security, but due to generate one or more WEP keys. When wireless clients survey the local area for every data transmission. The SSID is used Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway The Wireless Tab ...
... Equivalent Privacy, WEP is case-sensitive and must be identical for keys. Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings (See Figure 5-13.) This screen allows you to choose your wireless data communications. If you can enter a passphrase. This passphrase is the network...8226; Wireless Channel. Linksys recommends that you do not want to a unique name of security, but due to generate one or more WEP keys. When wireless clients survey the local area for every data transmission. The SSID is used Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway The Wireless Tab ...