Linksys WMP54GX - Manuals

Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX List of Figures Figure 3-1: Adapter’s LED 5 Figure 3-2: Adapter’s Connectors for the Antenna Cables 5 Figure 4-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 6 Figure 4-2: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement 6 Figure 4-3: Connecting the Adapter Screen 7 Figure 4-4: Installing the Adap...

1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX. With this Adapter, your wireless networking experience will be faster and easier than ever. How does the Adapter do this? Like all wireless pro...

3 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX 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 ...

4 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Network Layout Linksys wireless access points and wireless routers have been designed for use with 802.11b and 802.11g products. Products using the 802.11g and 802.11b standards can communicate with each other....

5 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SRXOverview Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SRX Overview The Adapter has two parts, the antenna stand and PCI card. The LED Indicator The Adapter's LED on the Adapter’s a...

6 Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRXStarting the Setup Wizard Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX The Wireless-G PCI Adapter is set up with the Setup Wizard that comes on the CD enclosed with t...

7 Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRXInstalling the Adapter Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX 3. Windows will begin copying the files onto your PC. 4. The Setup Wizard will now prompt you to install the Adapter into your PC. Click Next and power off your PC. After ...

8 Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRXSetting Up the Adapter Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Setting Up the Adapter When the Setup Wizard resumes, the next screen to appear will be the Available Wireless Network screen. This screen provides two options for setting...

9 Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRXSetting Up the Adapter Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Setting Up the Adapter with an Available Network The available networks are listed in the table on the center of the screen by SSID. Select the wireless network you wish t...

11 Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRXSetting Up the Adapter Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Setting Up the Adapter with Manual Setup Click Manual Setup on the Available Wireless Network screen to set up the Adapter manually. 1. After clicking Manual Setup, the N...

18 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold di...

20 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorLink Information Screens Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Wireless Network Statistics The Wireless Networks Statistics screen provides statistics on your current network settings. Transmit Rate - This is the data transfer rate of the current connection....

21 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorSite Survey Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Site Survey The Site Survey screen displays a list of available networks in the table on the left. The table shows each network’s SSID, Channel, and the quality of the wireless signal the Adapter is receiving...

24 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreating a New Profile Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Creating a New Profile On the Profiles screen, click the New button to create a new profile. Enter a name for the new profile, and click the OK button. Click the Cancel button to return to the Prof...

34 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX 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 instal...

35 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Frequently Asked Questions Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network? This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network. Consult the applica...

38 Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration If your computer is running Windows XP, then this choice will be available. If you want to use Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration to control the Ad...

41 Appendix C: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix C: 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 sp...

44 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix D: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Wi...

48 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix F: Specifications Model WMP54GX Standards 802.11g, 802.11b LED Link # of Antennas Three Connector Type SMA Detachable Yes RF Pwr (EIRP) in dBm 18 dBm (b), 16 dBm (g) Antenna Gain in dBi 2 dBi Security Features WPA, WEP, and 802.1...

49 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Operating Temp. 0° C to 60° C (32° F to 140° F) Storage Temp. -20° C to 85° C (-4° F to 185° F) Operating Humidity Max. 90% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-Condensing

51 Appendix H: Regulatory Information Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix H: 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...

53 Appendix I: Contact Information Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix I: 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...