Page 2 - Copyright and Trademarks
Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 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 © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights rese...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
SPA IP Phone Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in This User Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 3 Network Topology 3 Roaming 3 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 5 Overview 5 The LEDs 5 The Port 5 The Cable 6 Chapter 4: Settin...
Page 6 - Figure C-11: Browsed Devices on Network Screen - Select Bridge
Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Figure C-11: Browsed Devices on Network Screen - Select Bridge 27 Figure C-12: Upgrade Successful 28
Page 7 - Chapter 1: Introduction
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Chapter 1: Introduction How does the Bridge do this? You can put your Linksys phone adapter or IP phone almost anywhere, without the cost and hassle of running network cables. The Bridge was specially designed to convert your phon...
Page 8 - What’s in This User Guide?
2 What’s in This User Guide? Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters What’s in This User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Bridge’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2:...
Page 9 - Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network; Network Topology
3 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 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...
Page 10 - Network Layout
4 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Network Layout Products using the 802.11g and 802.11b standards can communicate with each other. Access points and wireless routers are compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the notebook ad...
Page 11 - Overview; The Port
5 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone AdaptersOverview Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Overview The Bridge has two LEDs, a Power port, and a permanently attached cable. The LEDs The Bridge has two LEDs to...
Page 12 - The Cable
6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone AdaptersThe Cable Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters The Cable The Bridge has a combination Ethernet network and power cable. Network For setup, you will use the Ethernet network cable to connect the Bridge to your network router or PC r...
Page 13 - Starting the Setup Wizard; Running the Setup Wizard
7 Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone AdaptersStarting the Setup Wizard Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Starting the Setup Wizard To begin the setup process, insert the Setup Wizard CD...
Page 23 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Common Problems and Solutions
17 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 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 i...
Page 24 - Frequently Asked Questions
18 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Frequently Asked Questions Which Linksys products will the Bridge work with? The Bridge will work with these Linksys phone adapters and IP phones, listed by model number: PAP2, SPA1001, SPA2000, SPA2002, SP...
Page 27 - Appendix B: Wireless Security; Security Precautions; Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
21 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 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 requi...
Page 30 - Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
24 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware To upgrade the Bridge’s firmware, follow these instructions: 1. On a computer running Windows 2000 or XP, download the upgrade application (WBP54G Upgrade Application.zip) and the latest firmware fr...
Page 35 - Appendix D: Windows Help; Shared Resources
29 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 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 throu...
Page 41 - Appendix F: Specifications
35 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Appendix F: Specifications Model WBP54G Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Port One 5V/2A DC power input port LEDs Ethernet and Wireless Cabling Type One combo-power/Ethernet cable attached to the devicewit...
Page 42 - Certifications
36 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Certifications FCC, CE, cUL, IC-03, Wi-Fi, WPA, WPA2 Operating Temp. 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Storage Temp. -20° C to 70° C (-4° F to 158° F) Operating Humidity 10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-Condensi...
Page 43 - Appendix G: Warranty Information
37 Appendix G: Warranty Information Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants this Linksys hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for the Warranty Period, which begins on the date of purchase by the...
Page 45 - Appendix H: Regulatory Information
39 Appendix H: Regulatory Information Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Appendix H: Regulatory Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules....
Page 52 - Appendix I: Contact Information
46 Appendix I: Contact Information Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 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 pr...