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TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password capability.

Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period.

TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted.

Topology - The physical layout of a network.

TX Rate - Transmission Rate.

UDP (User Datagram Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data that is sent.

Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version.

Upload - To transmit a file over a network.

URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.

VPN (Virtual Private Network) - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet.

WAN (Wide Area Network)- The Internet.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security.

WINIPCFG - A Windows 98 and Me utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly.

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - a wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption, which can be used in conjunction with a RADIUS server.

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Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use This User GuideWord definition Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows HelpRouter’s Power Plug and Slide Router’s Front Panel26 Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access Policy Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeSsid your wireless network’s name Network TopologyPlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Router’s ports, LEDs, and buttons are located here Power Front PanelWithin Most of the Western Hemisphere Power Plug and SlideOutside of the Western Hemisphere Hardware Installation Connecting the Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBoosterOverview Connecting to the PC Configuring the Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster How to Access the Web-based Utility Setup Tab Basic SetupInternet Setup Incoming Internet TypeWired Internet Type Wireless Internet TypeInternet Connection Type Static IP Connection Type Packet a unit of data sent over a networkOptional Settings Pptp Connection TypeDhcp Server Setting Network SetupRouter IP Setup Tab Ddns Time SettingsSetup Tab MAC Address Clone MAC Address CloneMac address the unique address that a Manufacturer assigns to each networking deviceSetup Tab Advanced Routing 15 Setup Tab Advanced RoutingWireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Basic Wireless SettingsWireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Wireless Tab Wireless Security Wireless Security21 Wireless Tab Wireless Security WPA2-Mixed Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC FilterAccess Restriction Wireless Client ListWireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced WirelessWireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Security Tab Firewall FirewallSecurity Tab VPN Passthrough VPN PassthroughInternet Access Policy Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access PolicyTo create an Internet Access policy 29 Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access PCs List Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range Forwarding Port Range ForwardingWireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range Triggering Port Range TriggeringApplications and Gaming Tab DMZ DMZAdministration Tab Management Router AccessRemote Access ManagementBackup and Restore Administration Tab Log LogDiagnostics Administration Tab DiagnosticsPing Test Administration Tab Factory Defaults Administration Tab Firmware UpgradeFactory Defaults Firmware UpgradeRouter Information Status Tab RouterInternet Connection Local Network Status Tab Local NetworkDhcp Server Status Tab Wireless Wireless NetworkCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me Application Protocol IP Address EnabledStart ~ End Port Application Start ~ End Port Protocol IP Address Enabled Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to workWireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default Need to upgrade the firmwareFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED keeps flashing Frequently Asked Questions Where is the Router installed on the network?Is IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? What is DMZ Hosting? What are the advanced features of the Router?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? Is the Router cross-platform compatible?What is the Ieee 802.11a standard? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11a features are supported?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I reset the Router? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Shared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Windows 98SE or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP InstructionsFigure E-4 Wireless MAC Filter List For the Router’s Web-based UtilityAppendix F Glossary Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Wireless-G Travel Router with SpeedBooster Appendix G Specifications Storage Humidity Appendix H Warranty Information Radio EN 300 EMC EN 301 489-1, EN 301 Safety EN Appendix I Regulatory InformationBelgium Applicable Power Levels in France Location Frequency Range MHz Power EirpOpen the Wireless Network Connection window FCC Statement Europe Mail Address Appendix J Contact InformationOutside of Europe Mail Address Asia Pacific