Linksys WRT54GX - Manual

Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Figure 5-27: Port Services 25 Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 26 Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 26 Figure 5-30: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 27 Figure 5-31: Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwardi...

1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX. The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, file...

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

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

6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Back Panel Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the back panel. Reset Button There are two ways...

7 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Front Panel Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Front Panel The Router’s LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel. 1, 2, 3, 4 Green. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the num...

8 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband RouterOverview Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview This chapter includes two sets of instructions. If the Wireless-G Broadband Router will be the only router in your network, follow the i...

9 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterOverview Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview You should always use the Setup CD-ROM when first installing the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-RO...

10 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. This allows you to change the Router's general settings. Change these settings as described here...

13 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Optional Settings Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes. Router Name . In this field, you can type a name of up to 39...

16 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 a...

17 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Advanced Routing Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. NAT Mode allows you to select the type(s) of advanced functions you use. Static ...

18 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. The Wireless Tab - Basic...

19 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are four wireless security mode options suppor...

21 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’s radius. Wi...

22 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 ...

23 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - Firewall Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX RTS Threshold . Should you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2347 , is recommended. If a network packet is smaller than the preset RTS ...

24 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access The Internet Access screen allows you to block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as Inte...

26 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward The Applications and Gaming Tab allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web se...

27 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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...

28 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Management Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX When you have finished making changes to the screen, click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For help...

29 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Log Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX UPnP UPnP . UPnP allows Windows XP and Windows Me to automatically configure the Router for various Internet applications, such as gaming and videoconferencing.To enable UPnP, c...

30 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Traceroute Test . To test the performance of a connect, enter the address of the PC whose connection you wish to test and click the Start Test button. The test fiel...

31 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Config Management Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Administration Tab - Config Management The Config Management screen allows you to backup the Router’s settings and restore them later. Simply, click the Backup...

32 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Local Network Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 ...

33 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Wireless Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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,...

34 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - System Performance Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX The Status Tab - System Performance The System Performance screen displays status information about network traffic for the Internet, wireless activities, and wired conne...

36 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 in...

39 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 6. I am not able to access the Setup page of the Router’s web-based utility. • Refer to “Problem #2, I want to test my Internet connection” to verify that your computer is properly connected to the Route...

45 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 ...

51 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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...

54 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 . 2. Cli...

55 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 thro...

56 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 98SE or Me Instructions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 Ethe...

57 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 1. Click Start and Run . In the Open field, enter cmd . Press the Enter key or click the OK button. 2. At the command pr...

64 Appendix G: Specifications Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Appendix G: Specifications Model WRT54GX Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b Channels 11 Channels (US, Canada) 13 Channels (Europe) Ports/Buttons Internet: One 10/100 RJ-45 Port LAN: Four 10/100 RJ-45 Switch...

65 Appendix G: Specifications Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Power External, 12V DC, 1.0A Certification FCC, IC-03, CE Operating Temp. 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Storage Temp. -10° C to 65° C (-14° F to 149° F) Operating Humidity 5% to 80% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 80% Non-Con...

66 Appendix H: Warranty Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Appendix H: 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 under ...

67 Appendix I: Regulatory Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 reaso...

69 Appendix J: Contact Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 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 or ftp.linksys.com Can't find information about a pr...