Page 2 - Copyright and Trademarks
Wireless-G Access Point Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2003 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other b...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
Wireless-G Access Point 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: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 Chapter 4: Conne...
Page 4 - Appendix G: Warranty Information
Wireless-G Access Point Appendix G: Warranty Information 53 Chapter H: Regulatory Information 54 Appendix I: Contact Information 57
Page 5 - List of Figures; Figure 3-1: The Access Point’s Back Panel
Wireless-G Access Point List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Access Point’s Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Front Panel 7 Figure 5-1: The Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 11 Figure 5-2: Connecting the Access Point 12 Figure 5-3: Select an Access Point 12 Figure 5-4: Enter the Password 13 Figure 5-5: The Configure ...
Page 7 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G Access Point Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G Access Point. This Access Point will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever. How does the Access Point do all of this? An access point allows for greater range and...
Page 8 - What’s in this Guide?
2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Access Point What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Access Point. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Wireless-G Access Point’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapte...
Page 10 - Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network; Network Topology
4 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G Access Point 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 rad...
Page 11 - Network Layout
5 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Wireless-G Access Point Network Layout The Wireless-G Access Point has been designed for use with 802.11g and 802.11b products. With 802.11g products communicating with the 802.11b standard, products using these standards can communicate with...
Page 12 - Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point; The Back Panel
6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access PointThe Back Panel Wireless-G Access Point Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point The Back Panel The Access Point's ports, where the power cord and network cable are connected, are located on the back panel. LAN This LAN (Local Area...
Page 13 - The Front Panel
7 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access PointThe Front Panel Wireless-G Access Point The Front Panel The Access Point's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel. Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Access Point is powered on. Ac...
Page 14 - Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point; Hardware Installation
8 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access PointHardware Installation Wireless-G Access Point Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point Hardware Installation 1. Locate an optimum location for the Access Point. The best place for the Access Point is usually at the center of your wireless n...
Page 15 - Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point
11 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point Now that you've connected the Access Point to your wired network, you are ready to begin setting it up. This Setup Wizard will take you through all the steps necessary to co...
Page 20 - Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point; Overview
16 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointOverview Wireless-G Access Point Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point Overview The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box, with the default settings in the Setup Wizard. However, if you'd like to change ...
Page 21 - Navigating the Utility; Help
17 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointNavigating the Utility Wireless-G Access Point Navigating the Utility There are four main tabs: Setup, Status, Advanced, and Help. Additional screens will be available from the main tabs. Setup • Basic Setup . Enter the Internet connection and net...
Page 22 - Accessing the Utility
18 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointAccessing the Utility Wireless-G Access Point Accessing the Utility To access the Web-based Utility of the Access Point, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Access Point’s default IP address, 192.168.1.245 , in the Addres...
Page 23 - The Setup Tab
19 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Setup Tab Wireless-G Access Point The Setup Tab Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Access Point's general settings. Change these settings as described here and click Save Se...
Page 28 - AP Mode
24 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Setup Tab Wireless-G Access Point AP Mode LAN MAC Address The Access Point offers five modes of operation: Access Point, AP (Access Point) Client, Wireless Repeater, and Wireless Bridge. For the bridging mode and Repeater mode, make sure the c...
Page 30 - Log
26 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Setup Tab Wireless-G Access Point Log To view a log of the Access Point’s activity, select the Log tab. To enable permanent logging activity, select Enable . The default setting for this function is Disable . If you have chosen to monitor the ...
Page 31 - The Status Tab
27 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Status Tab Wireless-G Access Point The Status Tab The Status tab displays the Access Point’s current status. Firmware Version . This is the version of the Access Point’s current firmware. AP Name . This is the Access Point name specified on th...
Page 32 - The Advanced Tab; Filters
28 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Advanced Tab Wireless-G Access Point The Advanced Tab Filters Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’s radius. Wireless MAC Filter . To filter wireless users by MAC A...
Page 33 - Advanced Wireless
29 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Advanced Tab Wireless-G Access Point Advanced Wireless Before making any changes to the Wireless tab, please check your wireless settings on other systems, as these changes will alter the effectiveness of the Access Point. In most cases, these...
Page 35 - SNMP
31 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Advanced Tab Wireless-G Access Point SNMP The SNMP screen allows you to customize the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) settings. SNMP is a popular network monitoring and management protocol. The Identification settings let you designa...
Page 36 - The Help Tab
32 Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointThe Help Tab Wireless-G Access Point The Help Tab For help on the various tabs in this Web-based Utility, along with upgrading the Access Point’s firmware and viewing this User Guide, click the Help tab. The help files for the various tabs in this...
Page 37 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Frequently Asked Questions
33 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Access Point Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G Access Point. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can...
Page 41 - Appendix B: Wireless Security; A Brief Overview
37 Appendix B: Wireless SecurityA Brief Overview Wireless-G Access Point Appendix B: Wireless Security A Brief Overview Whenever data - in the form of files, emails, or messages - is transmitted over your wireless network, it is open to attacks. Wireless networking is inherently risky because it bro...
Page 42 - Passive Attacks
38 Appendix B: Wireless SecurityWhat Are The Risks? Wireless-G Access Point But even WEP has its problems. WEP's encryption algorithm is referred to as "simple", which also means "weak", because the technology that scrambles the wireless signal isn't too hard to crack for a persisten...
Page 43 - Active Attacks; Maximizing Wireless Security
39 Appendix B: Wireless SecurityMaximizing Wireless Security Wireless-G Access Point Active Attacks Hackers use Active Attacks for three purposes: 1) stealing data, 2) using your network, and 3) modifying your network so it's easier to hack in the next time. In an Active Attack, the hacker has gaine...
Page 44 - A. Common Sense Solutions
40 Appendix B: Wireless SecurityMaximizing Wireless Security Wireless-G Access Point examples below, your implementation and administration of network security measures is the key to maximizing wireless security. No preventative measure will guarantee network security but it will make it more diffic...
Page 49 - Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
45 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Wireless-G Access Point Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Access Point's firmware is upgraded through the Web-Utility's Help tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Download the firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com . 2. Click the Web-Utility's Help tab, an...
Page 50 - Appendix D: Windows Help; Shared Resources
46 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G Access Point Appendix D: 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 and ...
Page 55 - Appendix F: Specifications
51 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G Access Point Appendix F: Specifications Standards 802.11g and 802.11b Channels 802.11g 11 Channels (US, Canada)13 Channels (Europe)14 Channels (Japan) Ports/Buttons One 10/100 RJ-45 Port, One Power Port,One Reset Button Cabling Type UTP CAT 5 or better Data R...
Page 56 - Operating Humidity
52 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G Access Point Operating Humidity 10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-Condensing
Page 58 - Appendix H: Regulatory Information
54 Appendix H: Wireless-G Access Point 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 protection against harmful int...
Page 61 - Appendix I: Contact Information
57 Appendix I: Contact Information Wireless-G Access Point 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 you wan...
