Linksys WET54G V3 manual Site Survey

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Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge

• Wireless Site Survey

The Wireless Site Survey screen, shown in Figure 7-3 shows all the wireless networks detected by the Bridge and their general information. You can use this screen to connect to one of these networks.

For each wireless network detected, the following information is displayed:

•SSID - The network name. To join a wireless network, click its SSID.

•MAC Address - The MAC address of the network’s access point.

•Channel - The channel setting.

•Signal Strength (%) - The percentage of wireless signal strength.

•Mode - The type of wireless standard, network mode, and status of WEP encryption.

Click the Refresh button to obtain the most up-to-date data. Click the Cancel button to close this screen. Click the Help button for additional on-screen information.

• Security

Security - To enable security, select Enable, then click Edit Security Settings. If you have not enabled security before clicking on Edit Security Settings, the screen in Figure 7-4 will appear. To disable security, select Disable.

To save your changes, click the Apply button. Click the Cancel button to cancel your changes. Click the Help button for additional on-screen information.

Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility

Figure 7-3: Site Survey

Figure 7-4: Security Settings

NOTE: Make sure that your security choice matches the security choice of the wireless network you want to join. Otherwise, the connection will fail.

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Contents Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network10 RADIUS-TTLS Introduction What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeNetwork Topology Network Layout Ad-Hoc NetworkGettingtoKnowtheWireless-GEthernetBridge LANFront Panel Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Setup Connect the PowerSetting Up the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge WelcomeList of Bridges Wireless Settings Security Settings-WEP 10 Confirmation Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Network Use Placement OptionsConnection to a Network Device Wall Mount Option Vertical Placement Stand OptionUsing the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility OverviewStarting the Web-based Utility Setup WirelessSite Survey WEP WEPWPA Pre-Shared Key Radius MD5TLS RADIUS-TLSTtls 10 RADIUS-TTLSAdvanced Settings 11 Password TabMAC Address LAN Settings Wireless SettingsStatus LAN StatisticsHelp 14 Help TabAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions Web-based Utility won’t openWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is ISM band? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareAppendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Appendix F Specifications Warranty Year Limited Storage TempOperating Humidity Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementIndustry Canada Canada EC Declaration of Conformity EuropeSafety Notices FranceAppendix I Contact Information