Page 3 - Table of Contents
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 6 Startin...
Page 4 - List of Figures
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster List of Figures Figure 3-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 6 Figure 3-2: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement 6 Figure 3-3: Connecting the Adapter 7 Figure 3-4: Available Wireless Network 7 Figure 3-5: WEP Key Needed for Connection 8 Figure 3-6: WPA - Personal Nee...
Page 6 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster. With this Adapter, your wireless networking experience will be faster and easier than ever. How does the Adapter do this? Lik...
Page 7 - What’s in this Guide?
2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Adapter’s applications and this Us...
Page 9 - Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network; Network Topology
4 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 s...
Page 10 - Network Layout
5 Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Layout Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 ...
Page 11 - Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI; Starting the Setup
6 Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterStarting the Setup Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Starting the Setup The Wireless-G PCI Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you t...
Page 12 - Connecting the Adapter
7 Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterConnecting the Adapter Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Connecting the Adapter 1. Before connecting the PCI Adapter to your PC, turn off your desktop PC and disconnect the power. 2. Open your PC case and locat...
Page 21 - Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor; Link Information
16 Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles tha...
Page 27 - Create a New Profile
22 Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New Profile Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Create a New Profile The next screen to appear will be the Available Wireless Network screen. This screen provides two options for setting up the Adapter. • Available Wireless Network. (For ...
Page 36 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Common Problems and Solutions
30 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 t...
Page 37 - Frequently Asked Questions
31 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 th...
Page 40 - Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration
34 Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration If your computer is running Windows XP, then this choice will be available. If you want to use Windows XP Wireless Configuration to control the Adapter,...
Page 43 - Appendix C: Wireless Security; Security Precautions
37 Appendix C: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 r...
Page 46 - Appendix D: Windows Help
40 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 ...
Page 50 - Appendix F: Specifications
44 Appendix F: Specifications Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix F: Specifications Standards 802.11g, 802.11b, PCI 2.3 Channels 802.11b / 802.11g11 Channels (US, Canada)13 Channels (Europe)14 Channels (Japan) LEDs ACT Protocols 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps); 8...
Page 52 - Appendix G: Warranty Information
46 Appendix G: Warranty Information Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix G: 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 workmanship un...
Page 53 - Appendix H: Regulatory Information
47 Appendix H: Regulatory Information Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster 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 ...
Page 59 - Appendix I: Contact Information
53 Appendix I: Contact Information Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster 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 ...