Cisco Systems WUSB54GSC manual Copyright and Trademarks, How to Use this User Guide

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Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster

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 © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

How to Use this User Guide

This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:

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Contents Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster List of Figures Front PanelLink Information Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Network Topology Planning your Wireless NetworkSsid your wireless network’s name RoamingPlanning your Wireless Network Network LayoutGetting to Know the Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter LED IndicatorsSetting up and Connecting the USB Adapter Starting the Setup WizardInstalling files Creating a Profile Creating a ProfileSetting Up the Adapter with SecureEasySetup Changes, refer to Using the Wireless Network MonitorSetting Up the Adapter with Available Networks Encryption encoding data transmitted in a network12 WEP Key Needed for Connection 14 WPA2-Personal Needed for Connection Setting Up the Adapter with Manual Setup 17 Network Settings18 Wireless Mode WEP WPA Personal WPA2 PersonalWPA Enterprise EAP-TLSRadius 28 Confirm New Settings Wireless Network Status screen Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Link Information ScreensWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Link Information Wireless Network StatisticsSite Survey Site InformationProfiles Profile InformationCreating a New Profile 11 Export a ProfileMy computer does not recognize the USB Adapter Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions USB Adapter does not work properlyWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is roaming? What is ad-hoc mode?What is infrastructure mode? What is ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?Appendix B Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration Figure B-1 Wireless Network Monitor IconFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix C Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix F Specifications WUSB54GSCAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementCompact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information