Linksys WRT54GX2 - Manual

Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - Firewall 26 Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 27 Figure 5-26: Internet Policy Summary 27 Figure 5-27: List of PCs 28 Figure 5-28: Port Services 28 Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 29...

1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200. The Router will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and se...

2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 PCs on a wired network create a Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is why the network is called “wired”. PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without cumbers...

4 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 wi...

6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200The Router’s Ports and Reset Button Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Router’s Ports and Reset Button The Router's ports and Reset button are locat...

7 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200The Router’s LEDs Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Router’s LEDs The Router’s LEDs, which displays information about network activity, are located on another side panel. ETHERNET1, 2, 3, 4 Green. These numbered LEDs, ...

8 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200Overview Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. For ...

9 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200Placement Options Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Placement Options There are three ways to place the Router. The first way is to place it horizontally on a surface, so it sits on its four rubber feet. The second way is to st...

10 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterOverview Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 C...

11 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 h...

14 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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...

16 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - DDNS Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Setup Tab - DDNS The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful w...

17 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 MA...

18 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Advanced Routing Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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. Stat...

20 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen. Wireless Network Wireless Network Mode . From this...

21 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are five wireless security mode options sup...

23 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network. Wireless...

24 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 ...

26 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - Firewall Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Security Tab - Firewall Use this screen to configure the firewall and VPN pass through settings. Firewall Firewall Protection . Enable this feature to employ Stateful Pack...

27 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 I...

29 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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...

30 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering Port Triggering is used for special applications that can request a port to be opened on demand. For th...

31 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic, which may involve demanding, real-ti...

34 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Management Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for access and securi...

35 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Log Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Log When you click the Administration tab, you will see the Log screen. The Log screen provides you with options for system, Firewall, WAN Connection...

36 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Diagnostics Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you to check the connections of your network components. Ping Test Ping Paramete...

37 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Use this screen to reset the Router to its factory default settings. Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults . Click ...

38 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Config Management Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Administration Tab - Config Management The Config Management screen allows you to backup the Router’s settings and restore them later. Backup Configuration ...

39 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Router Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Status Tab - Router The Router screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current status. Depending on the Router’s Internet connection type, the status information may di...

40 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Local Network Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Status Tab - Local Network The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network. Local Network MAC Address . This is the Router’s MAC Address,...

41 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Wireless Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Status Tab - Wireless The Wireless screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your wireless network. Wireless MAC Address . This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on...

42 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - System Performance Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 The Status Tab - System Performance The System Performance screen displays status information about network traffic for the Internet, wireless activities, and wired co...

44 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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...

47 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 6. I am not able to access the Setup page of the Router’s web-based utility. • Refer to “Problem #3, I want to test my Internet connection” to verify that your computer is properly connected to the Ro...

52 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 20. I do not see a speed improvement while surfing wirelessly with my SRX equipment. • Your Internet connection is usually much slower than your wireless network with SRX equipment. This equipment will n...

59 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 re...

62 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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. ...

63 Appendix D: Windows Help Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Appendix D: Windows Help Almost 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 acc...

64 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 98SE or Me Instructions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 E...

65 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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...

71 Appendix G: Specifications Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Appendix G: Specifications Model WRT54GX2 Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b Ports Power, Internet, Ethernet(1-4) Buttons Reset LEDs Power, Internet, Ethernet(1-4), Wireless, DMZ Cabling Type Ethernet # ...

72 Appendix H: Warranty Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 und...

73 Appendix I: Regulatory Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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 re...

79 Appendix J: Contact Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 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...