Linksys HG200 manual Status Tab, Gateway Tab, Gateway Information, Internet Connection

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Home Wireless-G Gateway

The Status Tab

The Gateway Tab

This screen displays information about the Gateway and its Internet connection.

Gateway Information

This section displays the Gateway’s Firmware Version, MAC Address, and Current Time.

Internet Connection

After you select the Internet connection number from the drop-down menu, you see the following information: the Connection, Login Type, Interface, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS 1, 2, and 3 server IP addresses, and WINS address.

DHCP Renew. Click the DHCP Renew button to replace the Gateway’s current IP address with a new IP address.

DHCP Release. Click the DHCP Release button to delete the Gateway’s current IP address.

Click the Refresh button if you want to refresh the displayed information.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Home Wireless-G Gateway

Figure 5-41: Gateway

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Contents 4802GHz.11g Home Wireless-G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this GuideWord definition Table of Contents Ethernet Adapter Network Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel23 Internet Access Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Home Wireless-G Gateway Gateway’s Functions Planning Your NetworkIP Addresses What’s an IP Address?Dynamic IP Addresses Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol ServersPorts and Reset Button on Side Panel Getting to Know the Home Wireless-G GatewayLEDs on Side Panel WirelessBottom Panel with Stand in Closed Position Bottom PanelOverview Connecting the Home Wireless-G GatewayConnect the Adsl Line Wired Connection to a ComputerWireless Connection to a Computer Setup Configuring the Home Wireless-G GatewayWireless Administration Access RestrictionsSecurity Applications & GamingSetup Tab How to Access the Web-based UtilityBasic Setup Tab Internet SetupStatic IP RFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IPRFC 1483 Routed RFC 1483 RoutedRFC 2364 PPPoA RFC 2516 PPPoEOptional Settings required by some ISPs Bridged Mode OnlyNetwork Setup Configuring the Home Wireless-G Gateway Setup Tab DynDNS.org Ddns TabTZO.com Advanced Routing Advanced Routing Tab13 Routing Table Basic Wireless Settings Tab Wireless TabWireless Network 15 Pre-Shared Key Wireless Security Tab16 WEP Wireless Network Access Wireless Access TabAdvanced Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings TabVPN Passthrough Security TabFirewall Additional Filters22 Firewall Log Block WAN RequestsInternet Access Tab Access Restrictions Tab25 List of PCs Single Port Forwarding Tab Applications and Gaming TabSingle Port Forwarding 28 Port Range Forwarding Port Range Forwarding Tab29 Port Triggering Port Triggering Tab30 DMZ DMZ TabQoS QoS TabApplication-based QoS Gateway Access Administration TabManagement Tab IGMP-Proxy UPnPReporting Reporting TabEmail Alerts Backup&Restore Tab Diagnostics TabBackup Configuration Restore ConfigurationFirmware Upgrade Tab Factory Defaults TabUpgrade from LAN Reboot Reboot TabGateway Tab Status TabGateway Information Internet Connection42 Local Network Local Network Tab45 Wireless DSL Status DSL Connection TabPVC Connection Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a computer Want to test my Internet connection Home Wireless-G Gateway Home Wireless-G Gateway TCP UDP Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Need to upgrade the firmware To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory defaultFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED flashes continuously Where is the Gateway installed on the network? Frequently Asked QuestionsIs IPSec Passthrough supported by the Gateway? Does the Gateway support IPX or AppleTalk?Does the Gateway support ICQ send file? What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for?What is DMZ Hosting? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What are the advanced features of the Gateway?Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?What is ad-hoc mode? What Ieee 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is Spread Spectrum? What is the ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? How do I reset the Gateway?Have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Home Wireless-G Gateway Windows 98 or Me Instructions Figure C-1 IP Configuration ScreenFigure C-3 MAC Address/Physical Address Windows 2000 or XP InstructionsAppendix D Upgrading Firmware Figure D-1 Firmware UpgradeAppendix E Glossary Home Wireless-G Gateway Home Wireless-G Gateway Home Wireless-G Gateway Home Wireless-G Gateway Home Wireless-G Gateway Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix F Regulatory Information Radio EN 300 EMC EN 301 489-1, EN 301 Safety EN Belgium Location Frequency Range MHz Power Eirp Applicable Power Levels in FranceOpen the Wireless Network Connection window Wireless AdaptersHome Wireless-G Gateway Appendix G Warranty Information Model Number HG200 Standards Appendix H SpecificationsLite, G.922.3, G.992.5, T1.413i2 Operating Humidity Europe Mail Address Appendix I Contact InformationOutside of Europe Mail Address