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Glossary

devices, allowing the network to be extended to accommodate additional workstations.

RC4: The encryption algorithm that is used in WEP.

RJ-45 connector: An 8-pin connector used between a twisted pair cable and a data trans- mission device.

ROM (Read Only Memory): Permanent memory.

Router: Device that can connect individual LANs and remote sites to a server.

Roaming: The ability to use a wireless device while moving from one access point to another without losing the connection.

Script: A macro or batch fi le containing instruc- tions and used by a computer to perform a task.

Server: Any computer that makes fi les or peripheral devices available to users of the network and has a resident Network OS.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol): The protocol used to defi ne and deliver electronic mail (E-mail) from one location to another.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Proto- col: An application layer protocol that outlines the formal structure for communication among network devices.

Static IP Address: A permanent IP address is assigned to a node in a TCP/IP network. Also known as global IP.

STP (Shielded Twisted Pair): Twisted Pair cable wrapped in a metal sheath to provide ex- tra protection from external interfering signals.

Subnet Mask: An eight-byte address divided into 4 parts separated by periods.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/In- ternet Protocol: Protocol used by computers when communicating across the Internet or Intranet.

TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol): Simple form of FTP (File Transfer Protocol), which

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Contents Wireless 54Mbps Notebook Adapter WLI-CB-G54L 802.11g Wireless 54Mbps Notebook Adapter Installing the Wireless 54Mbps Notebook Adapter DriversIntroduction Introduction Installing the Wireless 54Mbps Notebook Adapter Introduction Configuring Wireless Zero Configuration Service Introduction Introduction Windows 98/ME/2000 Installation / SetupInstalling the Wireless 54Mbps Notebook Adapter-Drivers Installation / Setup Installing Client Manager Client ManagerClient Manager Client Manager Client Manager Client Manager Configuration Client Manager ConfigurationStatus Client Manager Configuration Survey Client Manager Configuration Profiles New Profile Dialog Box Advanced Profile Options Antenna Information Wireless Zero Configuration Service Windows XP Wireless Zero ConfigurationSpecifications Wireless LAN InterfaceCommunication Range Troubleshooting / FAQ Troubleshooting / FAQWhy wont all my network clients work? Will Client Manager support all operating systems?Why wont Client Manager function properly? Where can I attach my external antenna?Glossary Glossary Gbps Giga Bits per second One billion bits per second Glossary PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect a ROM Read Only Memory Permanent memory Glossary Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement FCC / CE InformationTTE Compliance Statement SafetyEU Countries Not intended for use Warranty Information General Inquiries Contact Information4030 W. Braker Ln. Suite Austin, Texas Tel Fax