Linksys WAP54G manual Configuring the Linksys Wireless Guard Settings, Attention Screen

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Wireless-G Access Point

Configuring the Linksys Wireless Guard Settings

Linksys Wireless Guard is a subscription service that gives you WPA Enterprise security without having to build your own RADIUS network. Follow the instructions below. To learn more about Linksys Wireless Guard, go to www.linksys.com/wirelessguard. If you need help with setting up Linksys Wireless Guard, send an e-mail to wirelessguard@linksys.com or call 888-231-5506.

1.After selecting Linksys Wireless Guard for your security selection, this screen will appear. Before you continue with the setup, make sure your computer meets the following requirements:

•Windows XP or Windows 2000 operating system

•128MB RAM

•50MB free disk space

•A wireless network interface with a driver that supports WPA security

•Connection to the Internet through a broadband connection (DSL, cable, or other)

If you meet these requirements, click Continue to sign up for the Linksys Wireless Guard service, or click Cancel to cancel the setup.

2.This screen guides you through the registration process. Enter your user name, password, first and last name, e-mail address, and a security question and answer. Then, click Next to continue or Exit if you want to quit the Setup Wizard.

User Name and Password. Enter the user name you want to use in the User Name field. Then enter the Password you want to use in the Password field.

Confirm Password. Enter the password again in the Confirm Password field. First and Last Name. Enter your first and last names.

E-mail address. Enter your e-mail address in the field provided.

Security Question and Answer. Select a security question from the Security Question drop-down menu to help identify you if you forget your password. Enter the answer to your selected question in the Security Answer field.

Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point

Figure 5-26: Attention Screen

Figure 5-27: Linksys Wireless Guard Setup Screen

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Back Panel Front Panel25 Congratulations Screen Site Survey Screen Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point Roaming Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network Layout Cisco logo Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access PointBack Panel LAN Port Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Access PointConnections for Setup Using the Setup Wizard Setting up the Wireless-G Access PointConnect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen 10 SecureEasySetup Screen Using the Access Point’s SecureEasySetup Feature15 Confirm New Settings Screen 16 Congratulations Screen Configuring a Non-SecureEasySetup Device17 Configure Wireless Settings Screen Manually Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless SettingsWEP 128-Bit WEP 64-BitWPA2 Personal WPA PersonalWPA Enterprise WPA2 Mixed ModeLinksys Wireless Guard 25 Congratulations Screen 26 Attention Screen Configuring the Linksys Wireless Guard Settings28 Securing Your Access Point Screen 31 Wireless Guard Congratulations Screen Client Software Installation Using the Linksys Wireless Guard ServiceExit Other Applications Destination Location Restart Your Computer Network AccessYour Account Accessing your AccountAdd a Guest 11 Network Administration12 Modify Access Control Member Registration Add a Member16 Subscriber Information 18 Credentials Information To secure an unprotected network Securing or Unprotecting Your Wireless Guard NetworkTo unprotect a network Navigating the Utility Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointSetup Status WirelessAdministration Setup Network Setup Tab Accessing the UtilityNetwork Setup Configuration TypeSetup Static IP Screen LAN MAC Address Setup AP Mode TabAP Mode Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point Setup AP Mode Tab Wireless-G Access Point Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab12 Confirm Reset Wireless Security Wireless Wireless Security TabWPA-Personal WPA2-PersonalWPA-Enterprise WPA2-MixedRadius Access Restriction Wireless Wireless MAC Filter TabWireless MAC Filter Advanced Wireless Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings TabWireless-G Access Point AP’s Password Administration Management TabBackup and Restore ManagementSnmp Community Administration Snmp TabSnmp V1/V2c Log Administration Log TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Administration Factory Defaults TabFirmware Upgrade Factory DefaultsLocal Network Status Local Network TabAP’s Information Wireless Network Status Wireless Network TabFrequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Firmware UpgradeNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Appendix F Specifications Operating Humidity Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationInformation section in this Guide Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?

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