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Wireless A/G Game Adapter List of Figures Figure 3-1: LED Indicators 6 Figure 3-2: Side Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 8 Figure 4-2: Connect the Power 8 Figure 5-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 9 Figure 5-2: Connect the Power 9 Figure 5-3: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen ...

1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless A/G Game Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless A/G Game Adapter. With this Adapter, your wireless gaming experience will be faster and easier than ever. How does the Game Adapter do this? Like all wireless products, the ...

2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless A/G Game Adapter What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless A/G Game Adapter. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Game Adapter’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Pl...

4 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless A/G Game Adapter Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless network is a group of computers, each equipped with one wireless adapter. Computers in a wireless network must be configured to share the same r...

6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless A/G Game AdapterThe Game Adapter’s LED Indicators Wireless A/G Game Adapter Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless A/G Game Adapter The Game Adapter’s LED Indicators The Game Adapter's LEDs indicate the status of its power and connections. Power Green . The...

7 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless A/G Game AdapterThe Game Adapter’s Side Panel Wireless A/G Game Adapter The Game Adapter’s Side Panel The Game Adapter’s mode switch, Reset button, and ports are located on the side panel of the Game Adapter. Switch The switch is used to set the Game Adapter...

8 Chapter 4: Fast Setup for the Wireless A/G Game AdapterOverview Wireless A/G Game Adapter Chapter 4: Fast Setup for the Wireless A/G Game Adapter Overview The Fast Setup directions are provided for any gamer playing over a wireless network with WEP encryption disabled and SSID broadcast enabled. I...

9 Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation®2 or GameCube™Overview Wireless A/G Game Adapter Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation ® 2 or GameCube ™ Overview This chapter provides instructions on how to connect the Game Adapter to your computer...

10 Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation®2 or GameCube™Starting the Setup Wizard Wireless A/G Game Adapter Starting the Setup Wizard Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. I...

11 Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation®2 or GameCube™Easy Setup Wizard Configuration for Head-to-Head Play Wireless A/G Game Adapter 2. When the Game Adapter has been located, enter its default password, admin . Then click Enter . Follow the instructions in the approp...

13 Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation®2 or GameCube™Advanced Setup Wizard Configuration for Head-to-Head Play Wireless A/G Game Adapter 4. Now that the settings have been confirmed, click the Online Registration button to register the Game Adapter, or click the Exit ...

18 Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation®2 or GameCube™Setup Wizard Configuration for Internet Play Wireless A/G Game Adapter Setup Wizard Configuration for Internet Play The Console to Internet Setup lets you configure the Game Adapter’s settings for playing games over...

21 Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for PlayStation®2 or GameCube™Connecting the Game Adapter to Your Game Console Wireless A/G Game Adapter 7. Now that the settings have been confirmed, click the Online Registration button to register the Game Adapter, or click the Exit button to...

22 Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for Xbox®Overview Wireless A/G Game Adapter Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for Xbox ® Overview This chapter provides instructions on how to connect and set up the Game Adapter for Xbox gaming. If you are using a different ga...

23 Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless A/G Game Adapter for Xbox®Setting up the Game Adapter Using Your Xbox Wireless A/G Game Adapter Setting up the Game Adapter Using Your Xbox 1. To set up the Game Adapter, select SETTINGS on the Xbox main menu. 2. On the SETTINGS screen, select Network Settings ....

31 Chapter 7: Using the Wireless A/G Game Adapter Web Configuration UtilityThe Setup Tab Wireless A/G Game Adapter The Setup Tab The Basic Setup screen is the first screen you see when you access the Utility. Firmware - This shows the version number and date of the firmware that is currently install...

33 Chapter 7: Using the Wireless A/G Game Adapter Web Configuration UtilityThe Advanced Settings Tab Wireless A/G Game Adapter The Advanced Settings Tab Use the Advanced Settings screen to change the Game Adapter’s advanced wireless settings, clone a MAC address onto the Game Adapter, change the pas...

34 Chapter 7: Using the Wireless A/G Game Adapter Web Configuration UtilityThe Advanced Settings Tab Wireless A/G Game Adapter Cloning Cloning Mode - The MAC cloning feature allows you to clone the MAC address of the device currently connected to the Game Adapter’s Network port. The Game Adapter wil...

35 Chapter 7: Using the Wireless A/G Game Adapter Web Configuration UtilityThe Help Tab Wireless A/G Game Adapter The Help Tab The Help screen offers links to the Linksys website, the online version of this User Guide, and the Adobe website. You can also use this screen to upgrade the Game Adapter’s...

36 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless A/G Game Adapter Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation...

37 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless A/G Game Adapter 4. Wait 30 seconds.5. Set the second Game Adapter’s back panel switch to the Adhoc A position if you are using a Wireless-A (802.11a) network, or set the switch to the Adhoc B position if you are using a Wireless-G an...

41 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless A/G Game Adapter Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific...

51 Appendix D: Specifications Wireless A/G Game Adapter Appendix D: Specifications Model WGA54AG Standards IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g Ports Power, Network Button/Switch Reset, Network Mode (Infra, AdHoc-A, AdHoc-B) Cabling Type Category 5 LEDs Power, Ethernet, Wireless Transmit Power 14dBm ± 1dB...

52 Appendix D: Specifications Wireless A/G Game Adapter Operating Humidity 10~85% Non Condensing Storage Humidity 5~90% Non Condensing

53 Appendix E: Warranty Information Wireless A/G Game Adapter Appendix E: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use....

54 Appendix F: Regulatory Information Wireless A/G Game Adapter Appendix F: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable prote...

56 Appendix G: Contact Information Wireless A/G Game Adapter Appendix G: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com Can't find information about a product you w...