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Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet.

Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport.

PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe.

Preamble - Part of the wireless signal that synchronizes network traffic.

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to control network access.

RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.

Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection.

Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together.

RTS (Request To Send) - A networking method of coordinating large packets through the RTS Threshold setting.

Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) - The standard e-mail protocol on the Internet.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A widely used network monitoring and control protocol.

Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a “program”.

SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) - Market segment of professionals who work at home or in small offices.

SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall - A technology that inspects incoming packets of information before allowing them to enter the network.

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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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