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Glossary

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol: 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.

SSID: The “name” of your wireless network. You can get it from the Setup page of the configuration utility.

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

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

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

TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol): An encryption method replacing WEP. TKIP uses random IV and frequent key exchanges.

Topology: The shape of a LAN (Local Area Network) or other communications system.

Twisted Pair: Cable that comprises 2 or more pair of insulated wires twisted together.

UDP (User Datagram Protocol): A

communication method (protocol) that offers a limited amount of service when messages are exchanged between computers in a network. UDP is used as an alternative to TCP/IP.

Uplink: Link to the next level up in a communication hierarchy.

UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) cable: Two or more unshielded wires twisted together to form a cable.

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Contents Wireless N Router & AP Table of Contents System Requirements IntroductionInitial Setup Placing Your AirStation Wall Mounting Wall Mounting Connecting your AirStation Setup Log in to the Configuration Tool Detecting Your Broadband Connection Connecting Wireless Clients to the Access Point Basic Setup Navigating the Menus Initialize/Reboot Aoss Aoss Some things to keep in mind with Aoss Aoss NotesRouter/Access Point Mode Encryption and Security Encryption and Security Connecting your Wireless Clients Connect Connecting to a Preexisting Network WHR-G300N AirStation Specifications SpecificationsRegulatory Information Common Problems TroubleshootingDiag LED Activity Table Other Problems Glossary Glossary Glossary To hardware that requires further manual configuration Glossary UDP User Datagram Protocol a Glossary Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement FCC / CE InformationImportant Note FCC Radiation Exposure Statement Important Note Radiation Exposure Statement EU countries not intended for use Page Environmental Information Warranty Information General Inquiries Contact Information North AmericaContact Information Europe GPL Information GPL Information Europe 300* High Speed Mode
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