Page 3 - Table of Contents
Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Roaming 4 Network Layout 5 Chapter 3: Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup Wizard 6 Chapter 4: Connecting the...
Page 4 - List of Figures
Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 6 Figure 3-2: The License Agreement Screen 7 Figure 3-3: The Wireless Mode Screen 7 Figure 3-4: The Ad-Hoc Mode Settings Screen 8 Figure 3-5: The Wireless Security Screen 8 Figure 3-6: The ...
Page 6 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. With this Adapter, your wireless networking experience will be faster and easier than ever. How does the Adapter do this? Like ...
Page 7 - What’s in this Guide?
2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B USB Network Adapter. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Adapter’s applications and this User...
Page 9 - Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network; Network Topology
4 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 configu...
Page 10 - Network Layout
5 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 s...
Page 11 - Chapter 3: Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup Wizard
6 Chapter 3: Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup Wizard Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 3: Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup Wizard The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure. The Setup Wizard will install the Wire...
Page 18 - Chapter 4: Connecting the USB Network Adapter
13 Chapter 4: Connecting the USB Network Adapter Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 4: Connecting the USB Network Adapter 1. To connect the Adapter to your PC, simply plug the USB end into your PC’s available USB port. 2. Once you’ve connected the Adapter, Windows XP users may ...
Page 19 - The LED Indicators
14 Chapter 4: Connecting the USB Network AdapterThe LED Indicators Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 3. When Windows 2000 or XP begin installing the Network Adapter’s driver file, a screen stating that a digital signature was not found may appear. This software has been tested and fou...
Page 20 - Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor; Using the Wireless Network Monitor Icon
15 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorUsing the Wireless Network Monitor Icon Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create pro...
Page 21 - Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor
16 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor Besides selecting Turn on when you right-click the icon, you can also double-click the Wireless Network Monitor icon to activ...
Page 26 - Creating a New Profile
21 Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreating a New Profile Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 butto...
Page 33 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Common Problems and Solutions
28 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems usually encountered during the installation and operation of the Adapter. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you ca...
Page 34 - Frequently Asked Questions
29 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Internet Video Camera 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 applic...
Page 37 - Appendix B: Wireless Security; Security Precautions
32 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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, bu...
Page 40 - Appendix C: Windows Help
35 Appendix C: Windows Help Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 ...
Page 44 - Appendix E: Specifications
39 Appendix E: Specifications Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix E: Specifications Model WUSB54GS Standards IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, USB 1.1, USB 2.0 Ports USB Port Channels 802.11b / 802.11g 11 Channels (US, Canada) 13 Channels (Europe) 14 Channels (Japan) LEDs Power, Link Tran...
Page 46 - Appendix F: Warranty Information
41 Appendix F: Warranty Information Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix F: 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 workma...
Page 47 - Appendix G: Regulatory Information
42 Appendix G: Regulatory Information Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 p...
Page 48 - Appendix H: Contact Information
43 Appendix H: Contact Information Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix H: Contact Information eed 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...