Buffalo Technology WZR-RS-G54 user manual Glossary

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Glossary

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.

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 com- munication 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 communi- cation hierarchy.

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

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Contents WZR-RS-G54 Table of Contents Network Settings Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Home Networking SOHO/SMB NetworkingAirStation WZR-RS-G54 Package Contents System RequirementsProduct Views About the AirStation CD Installation / Setup Introduction Setup PreparationSetup Overview Antenna Installation Standard Settings Open the Setup ScreenAutomatic IP Assignment by ISP Enter ISP informationDSL Button Enter IP Address Manually PPPoE ConnectionCatv Cable Button Line Test Security Simple Security Setup Applications Refer to the on-screen help for information about Messenger Aoss Aoss Additional Aoss Information Wireless Settings Advanced SettingsLAN Settings Wireless Function Enable orAdvanced Settings Wireless LAN Security Advanced Settings Characteristics Advanced Settings LAN Port Dhcp Server Advanced Settings Manual IP MAC Address Assignment Settings Wireless MAC Filter Wireless PC’s ConnectionRegister for Allowable PC’s MAC Address Wireless Bridge WDS Advanced Settings WAN Port WAN SettingsWired WAN Performance WAN IP Address Allows adConnection Type Select from MTU Maximum Transmit MRU Maximum ReceiveWAN Network Pptp Client Advanced Settings Pptp Server Advanced Settings Dynamic DNSPage Network Settings Routing SetupDestination address Net- work IP address and subnet mask IP Masquerade When Enable or Disable . AddressAddress Translation Display/Delete NAT Table Add NAT Table Advanced Settings Packet Filter Log Output Select Output toBasic Filter Setting IP Filter Setting MAC Filter Click Enter MAC Lter to enter MAC address Click Apply when settings are complete Intrusion Detector DETECTOR@AIRSTATIONPage UPnP Management System Information Change Password Time setup NTP server name Enter the NTP server nameWired WAN Wired LAN Wireless LAN Packet Traffic InformationClient Monitor IP Address and MediumPing Test Log information Displays Log InformationDisplay log info Select Log Information Level Syslog TransferSelect Use or Do not use Log Information SelectRestored saved settings Save/Restore SettingsSave current settings Click AirStation Reboot/Reload DefaultsClick Restart to reboot Firmware Update Firmware file nameAoss Client Table DisplaysAoss Function Click Enable Manually specify the encrypNetwork Service List Network Service List File & Printer Sharing Audio/Video Playback Remote Control TightVNC Remote Control TightVNC Remote Control TightVNC Specifications Temperature & HumidityPower Characteristics Additional InformationRegulatory Information Networking CharacteristicsRadio Characteristics Host Operating SystemOpen Office Environment Semi-Open Office Environment 2412 LED Activity B TroubleshootingCommon Problems Diag LED ActivityLEDs Work But Client PC Cannot Connect to Network Changing Client TCP/IP Settings in WindowsTable B.1.1 Diag LED Activity Table Other Problems Restrictions ProblemCause Proper Setup Click on the ‘LAN port’ link on the left Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Glossary Glossary MHz MegaHertz One million cycles per second PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect a ROM Read Only Memory Permanent memoryGlossary Glossary FCC / CE Information Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementImportant Note Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementSafety FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementEU Countries intended for use Important NoticeIntended use EU countries not intended for usePotential restrictive use Warranty Information Contact Information General Inquiries4030 W. Braker Ln. Suite Austin, Texas Tel Fax