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...of Contents". In addition to do while using the Wireless-G Home Router. How to Use This User Guide This User Guide has been designed to the State of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G Home Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of... their respective holders. WRH54G_V10_UG_71126NC AI Copyright © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING: This ...
...of Contents". In addition to do while using the Wireless-G Home Router. How to Use This User Guide This User Guide has been designed to the State of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G Home Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of... their respective holders. WRH54G_V10_UG_71126NC AI Copyright © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING: This ...
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... Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this User 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 Home Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Hardware Installation for...
... Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this User 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 Home Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 8 Overview 8 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 8 Hardware Installation for...
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...61 Security Precautions 61 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 61 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 64 Appendix D: Windows Help 65 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 66 Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 66 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 66 For the Router's Web-based Utility 67 Appendix F:... - Diagnostics 39 40 The Administration Tab - Local Network 43 The Status Tab - Log 38 The Administration Tab - Config Management 41 The Status Tab - Wireless-G Home Router The Administration Tab - Router 42 The Status Tab -
...61 Security Precautions 61 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 61 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 64 Appendix D: Windows Help 65 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 66 Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 66 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 66 For the Router's Web-based Utility 67 Appendix F:... - Diagnostics 39 40 The Administration Tab - Local Network 43 The Status Tab - Log 38 The Administration Tab - Config Management 41 The Status Tab - Wireless-G Home Router The Administration Tab - Router 42 The Status Tab -
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...: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing WAN Port Configure 21 Figure 5-18: Wireless Tab - MAC Address Clone 19 Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 20 Figure 5-16: Routing Table 20 Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal) 22 Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - DDNS - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise) 22 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise) 23
...: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing WAN Port Configure 21 Figure 5-18: Wireless Tab - MAC Address Clone 19 Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 20 Figure 5-16: Routing Table 20 Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal) 22 Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - DDNS - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise) 22 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise) 23
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... 25 Figure 5-26: MAC Address Filter List 25 Figure 5-27: Wireless Tab - DMZ 37 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Config Management 41 Figure 5-50: Administration Tab - Router 42 Figure 5-52: Status Tab - Local Network 43 Figure 5-53: DHCP Clients Table 43 Figure 5-54: Traffic ...Figure 5-43: Administration Tab - VPN Passthrough 29 Figure 5-30: Security Tab - ARP 29 Figure 5-31: Access Restrictions Tab - Wireless-G Home Router Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 26 Figure 5-28: Security Tab - Firewall 28 Figure 5-29: Security Tab -
... 25 Figure 5-26: MAC Address Filter List 25 Figure 5-27: Wireless Tab - DMZ 37 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Config Management 41 Figure 5-50: Administration Tab - Router 42 Figure 5-52: Status Tab - Local Network 43 Figure 5-53: DHCP Clients Table 43 Figure 5-54: Traffic ...Figure 5-43: Administration Tab - VPN Passthrough 29 Figure 5-30: Security Tab - ARP 29 Figure 5-31: Access Restrictions Tab - Wireless-G Home Router Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 26 Figure 5-28: Security Tab - Firewall 28 Figure 5-29: Security Tab -
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... bridge your networks from different computers and access data located on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. The Wireless-G Home Router bridges wireless networks of information before allowing them to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely. If you for the Internet. spi (stateful packet...
... bridge your networks from different computers and access data located on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. The Wireless-G Home Router bridges wireless networks of information before allowing them to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely. If you for the Internet. spi (stateful packet...
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... the MAC address for instructions about networking, such as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Home Router. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the risks of terms frequently used in networking. This appendix describes how to upgrade the... firmware on the Wireless-G Home Router. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as installing the TCP/IP protocol....
... the MAC address for instructions about networking, such as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Home Router. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the risks of terms frequently used in networking. This appendix describes how to upgrade the... firmware on the Wireless-G Home Router. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as installing the TCP/IP protocol....
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Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide? Wireless-G Home 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 User Guide? Wireless-G Home 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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...is that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to each other through an access point. The drawback of an access point. Network Layout The Wireless-G Home Router has been specifically designed for a wireless router or access point. An infrastructure ...main point of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the Wireless-G Home Router, which they may be set up: infrastructure and ad-hoc. Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like ...
...is that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to each other through an access point. The drawback of an access point. Network Layout The Wireless-G Home Router has been specifically designed for a wireless router or access point. An infrastructure ...main point of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the Wireless-G Home Router, which they may be set up: infrastructure and ad-hoc. Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like ...
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... networking options are limitless. To add more ports, any of the Wireless-G Home Router's LAN ports can use the Wireless-G Home Router's four LAN ports. The Home Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54G) and Wireless Ethernet Bridges (WET54G, WET11). Wireless-G Home Router The Wireless-G Home Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as...
... networking options are limitless. To add more ports, any of the Wireless-G Home Router's LAN ports can use the Wireless-G Home Router's four LAN ports. The Home Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54G) and Wireless Ethernet Bridges (WET54G, WET11). Wireless-G Home Router The Wireless-G Home Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as...
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... Back Panel Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 3: Getting to your networked PCs and other settings) and replace them with the factory defaults. Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to Know the Wireless-G Home Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are two...
... Back Panel Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 3: Getting to your networked PCs and other settings) and replace them with the factory defaults. Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to Know the Wireless-G Home Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are two...
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...numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on . Green. If the LED is flashing, the Router is complete, the LED will stay on while the Router is successfully connected to Know the Wireless-G Home Router 7 The Front Panel The Power LED lights up and will be solidly lit. If the LED... is continuously lit, the Router is powered on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. A flashing ...
...numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on . Green. If the LED is flashing, the Router is complete, the LED will stay on while the Router is successfully connected to Know the Wireless-G Home Router 7 The Front Panel The Power LED lights up and will be solidly lit. If the LED... is continuously lit, the Router is powered on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. A flashing ...
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...devices. 2. Fix the direction of instructions. If the Wireless-G Home Router will best cover your cable or DSL broadband modem. Try to your wireless network. Normally, the higher you want to install the Wireless-G Home Router behind another router in a position that will be . 4. Connect a... the instructions in your mobile stations. 3. Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 8 Overview Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router Overview This chapter includes two sets of the antenna.
...devices. 2. Fix the direction of instructions. If the Wireless-G Home Router will best cover your cable or DSL broadband modem. Try to your wireless network. Normally, the higher you want to install the Wireless-G Home Router behind another router in a position that will be . 4. Connect a... the instructions in your mobile stations. 3. Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 8 Overview Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router Overview This chapter includes two sets of the antenna.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 9 Hardware Installation for Connection to the Router's Power port and the other end into an electrical outlet. Connect the AC power adapter... Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Wireless-G Home Router 5. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 6. Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power ...
IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 9 Hardware Installation for Connection to the Router's Power port and the other end into an electrical outlet. Connect the AC power adapter... Only use the power adapter that the hardware installation is supplied with the Router. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Wireless-G Home Router 5. Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 6. Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power ...
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... the Network Setup section, there is a setting called Local IP Address, which is NOT connected to your wireless network. Wireless-G Home Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to 192.168.2.1. Then follow these instructions: 1. The first screen that...
... the Network Setup section, there is a setting called Local IP Address, which is NOT connected to your wireless network. Wireless-G Home Router Multiple PCs Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 10 Hardware Installation for Connection to 192.168.2.1. Then follow these instructions: 1. The first screen that...
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... network computers or Ethernet devices you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Wireless-G Home Router 9. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router." Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices 10. Use of a different power adapter could damage...
... network computers or Ethernet devices you use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Wireless-G Home Router 9. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router 11 Hardware Installation for Connection to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router." Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices 10. Use of a different power adapter could damage...
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...this button if you're an advanced user and want to configure advanced settings, use of the Router. Then press Enter. Web Tech Support - Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router Overview NOTE: For first-time installation, Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time... to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you have the following choices: Setup Wizard - Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on your PCs? After clicking the Advance Setup button, a password request ...
...this button if you're an advanced user and want to configure advanced settings, use of the Router. Then press Enter. Web Tech Support - Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router Overview NOTE: For first-time installation, Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time... to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you have the following choices: Setup Wizard - Wireless-G Home Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on your PCs? After clicking the Advance Setup button, a password request ...
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Wireless-G Home Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to the Internet, select Static IP. Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this screen, click the Save Settings button to .... Gateway. Your ISP will provide you to specify here. Internet IP Address. Basic Setup Figure 5-4: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router The Setup Tab - This allows you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. By default, the...
Wireless-G Home Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. Internet Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router to the Internet, select Static IP. Internet Connection Type Choose the type of this screen, click the Save Settings button to .... Gateway. Your ISP will provide you to specify here. Internet IP Address. Basic Setup Figure 5-4: DHCP Connection Type Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router The Setup Tab - This allows you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address. By default, the...
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... popup windows, you will then terminate the PPPOE session after a period of idle time which can be able to establish Internet connections. Wireless-G Home Router • PPPoE. Auto Connect on Demand. Keep Alive Option. Wait for their PPPOE client. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE. Please... leave it . The Router will have a successful Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router The Setup Tab - If you are connected to see the popup window. Note: if your ISP doesn't require ...
... popup windows, you will then terminate the PPPOE session after a period of idle time which can be able to establish Internet connections. Wireless-G Home Router • PPPoE. Auto Connect on Demand. Keep Alive Option. Wait for their PPPOE client. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE. Please... leave it . The Router will have a successful Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router The Setup Tab - If you are connected to see the popup window. Note: if your ISP doesn't require ...
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...if you disable the setting. Management Figure 5-41: Administration Tab - Local Router Access. To access the Router remotely, from here. Help information is selected. Log Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router The Administration Tab - To disable the Log function, keep logs of the... to manage specific Router functions for higher security. Wireless-G Home Router The Administration Tab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network's administrator to servers on the right-hand side of all traffic for your Wireless Router in the Re-enter...
...if you disable the setting. Management Figure 5-41: Administration Tab - Local Router Access. To access the Router remotely, from here. Help information is selected. Log Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router The Administration Tab - To disable the Log function, keep logs of the... to manage specific Router functions for higher security. Wireless-G Home Router The Administration Tab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network's administrator to servers on the right-hand side of all traffic for your Wireless Router in the Re-enter...