Linksys WRK54G (EU/LA) - Manuals

2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Broadband Router. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Plan...

4 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to ...

6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Back Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back The Broadband Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the back panel. Reset Button There are two ways to reset t...

7 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Front Panel Wireless-G Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router’s LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel. Power Green. The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is ...

8 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband RouterHardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 1. Power down your network devices. 2. Lo...

10 Chapter 5: Configuring the PCsOverview Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs Overview The instructions in this chapter will help you configure each of your PCs, so they will be able to communicate with the Router. To do this, you need to configure your PC’s network settings t...

11 Chapter 5: Configuring the PCsConfiguring Windows 2000 PCs Wireless-G Broadband Router Configuring Windows 2000 PCs 1. Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the ...

12 Chapter 5: Configuring the PCsConfiguring Windows XP PCs Wireless-G Broadband Router Configuring Windows XP PCs The following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with the default interface. If you are using the Classic interface (where the icons and menus look like previous Windows ver...

13 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterOverview Wireless-G Broadband Router Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You can use the Web-based Utility to configure the Router. For advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the We...

14 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. This allows you to change the Broadband Router's general settings. Change these settings as described her...

19 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will require you to register a MAC address in...

20 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Advanced Routing Wireless-G Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. NAT allows mulitple uses to share one Internet connection. Dynamic Routing will automatic...

21 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings Wireless-G Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen. Wireless Network Mode . From this drop-down menu, you can sele...

22 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are three wireless security mode options supported by t...

24 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access Wireless-G Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’s radius. MAC...

25 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless-G Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an expert ad...

27 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - Filter Wireless-G Broadband Router The Security Tab - Filter Filters block specific internal users from accessing the Internet. From the Filters tab, you can set up a filter through an IP address or a network port number. Fi...

28 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPN Passthrough Wireless-G Broadband Router Figure 6-26: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough Use the settings on this tab to allow VPN tunnels in either IPSec or PPTP protocols to pass through t...

29 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding Wireless-G Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding The Applications and Gaming Tab allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web serve...

30 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering Wireless-G Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering Port Triggering Port Triggering is used for special applications that can request a port to be opened on demand. Fo...

31 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ Wireless-G Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The DMZ feature allows one network user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or video...

32 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Management Wireless-G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for access and security. Local Ro...

33 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Log Wireless-G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. To disable the Log function, keep the default setting, No . To monitor traffic between ...

34 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Wireless-G Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Click the Yes radio button to reset all configuration settings to their default values, and then click the Save Settings button. An...

35 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Router Wireless-G Broadband Router The Status Tab - Router The Router screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current status. The screen will vary depending on the Internet Connection Type selected on the Setup screen. ...

36 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Local Network Wireless-G Broadband Router The Status Tab - Local Network The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network. MAC Address . This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, Et...

37 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Wireless Wireless-G Broadband Router The Status Tab - Wireless The Wireless screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your wireless network. MAC Address . This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, wireless...

38 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installatio...

46 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Broadband Router Frequently Asked Questions What is the maximum number of IP addresses that the Router will support? The Router will support up to 253 IP addresses. Is IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Yes, it is a built-i...

52 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G Broadband Router 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 specif...

55 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Broadband Router's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Administration tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Download the firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com/international . 2...

56 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix D: Windows Help All Linksys 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 Windo...

57 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 98SE or Me Instructions Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adap...

58 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Wireless-G Broadband Router 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen (Figure E-3); it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of...

65 Appendix G: Specifications Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix G: Specifications Model WRK54G Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b Channels 11 Channels (most of North, South, and Central America)13 Channels (most of Europe) Ports/Buttons Internet: One 10/100 RJ-45 PortLA...

87 Appendix H: Warranty Information Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix H: Warranty Information 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. Your ...

41 Appendix I: Regulatory Information Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix I: 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 pro...

88 Appendix J: Contact Information Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix J: 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/international If you experience problems with any Linksys prod...

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. ® Model No. Notebook Adapter Wireless- G WPC54G (EU/LA) User Guide W I R E L E S S GHz 802.11g 2,4

4 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G Notebook 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...

5 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Network Layout Linksys wireless access points and wireless routers have been designed for use with 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products. With 802.11g products communicating with the 802.11b standard and some prod...

6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook AdapterThe LED Indicators Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter The LED Indicators The Network Adapter's LEDs display information about network activity. Power Green . The Power LED lights up when t...

7 Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration The Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure. The Setup Wizard will install the WLAN Monitor and driver, as well as co...

8 Chapter 4: Software Installation and ConfigurationThe Installation Procedure Wireless-G Notebook Adapter The Installation Procedure 1. To install the Adapter, click the Install button on the Welcome screen. 2. After reading the License Agreement, click the Next button if you agree, or click the Ca...

11 Chapter 5: Hardware InstallationConnecting the Adapter Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Chapter 5: Hardware Installation Connecting the Adapter 1. Turn off your notebook PC. 2. Locate an available CardBus slot on your notebook PC. 3. With the connector pin end facing the CardBus slot and the label fac...

12 Chapter 6: Using the WLAN MonitorAccessing the WLAN Monitor Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Chapter 6: Using the WLAN Monitor Use the WLAN Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings. Accessing the WLAN M...

17 Chapter 6: Using the WLAN MonitorCreating a New Profile Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Creating a New Profile 1. On the Profiles screen, click the New button to create a new profile. 2. Enter a name for the new profile, and click the OK button. Click the Cancel button to return to the Profiles scree...

36 Appendix C: Windows Help Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Appendix C: Windows Help 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 Windows Help ...

44 Appendix E: Specifications Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Appendix E: Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, CardBus Channels 11 Channels (most of the Western Hemisphere)13 Channels (most of Europe) LEDs Power, Link Transmit Power 15 dBm Protocols 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps)...

45 Appendix F: Warranty Information Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Appendix F: Warranty Information 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. Your exclusive...

46 Appendix G: Regulatory Information Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Appendix G: 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 pro...

52 Appendix H: Contact Information Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Appendix H: 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/international If you experience problems with any Linksys prod...