Linksys Network Router specifications Table of Contents

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Wireless-G Range Expander

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction	1
Welcome	1
What’s in this Guide?	2
Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network	4
Network Topology	4
Roaming	4
Network Layout	5
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range Expander	6
The Front Panel	6
The Side Panel	6
The Power Plate	7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander	8
Wall Mounting	9
Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander	10
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander	15
Overview	15
The Setup Tab	16
Appendix A: Troubleshooting	20
Common Problems and Solutions	20
Frequently Asked Questions	20
Appendix B: Wireless Security	24
Security Precautions	24
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks	24
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware	27
Appendix D: Windows Help	28
Appendix E: Glossary	29
Appendix F: Specifications	32
Appendix G: Warranty Information	33
Appendix H: Regulatory Information	34
Appendix I: Contact Information	38

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Contents word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents List of Figures router - a networking device that connects multiple networks together Chapter 1 IntroductionWelcome adapter - a device that adds network functionality to your PCWhat’s in this Guide? Appendix G Regulatory Information Appendix F Warranty InformationThis appendix supplies the Range Expander’s warranty information This appendix supplies the Range Expander’s regulatory informationNetwork Topology Chapter 2 Planning your Wireless NetworkSSID your wireless networks name RoamingNetwork Layout when there is network activity Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range ExpanderPower no network with which to connect, this light will appear redwith Cord The Power PlateFigure 3-3 The Two Prong Power Plate Figure 3-2 The Power Plate Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander tcp/ip a set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a networkWall Mounting Chapter 5 Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Figure 5-2 Connecting to an access point Click the Next button to continue or Exit to exit the Setup Wizard bit - a binary digit Figure 5-11 The Confirm New Settings screen Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander Overviewfirmware the programming code that runs a networking device The Setup TabBasic Setup subnet mask an address code that determines the size of the networksoftware instructions for the computer Figure 6-3 WEP Security screenencryption encoding data transmitted in a network Password download to receive a file transmitted over a networkupgrade to replace existing software or firmware with a newer version HelpFrequently Asked Questions Appendix A TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions What IEEE 802.11b features are supported?What is Roaming? What is Ad-hoc?What is Infrastructure? What is ISM band?Can Linksys Wireless products support file and printer sharing? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I avoid interference? How do I reset the Range Expander?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Router or other device how often it should change the encryption keys Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Shared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpTCP/IP Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesAppendix E Glossary Encryption - Encoding data transmitted in a network Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together Appendix F Specifications Appendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information EN 609 50 Safety An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack, which is FCC Part 68 compliant. Connection to the telephone network should be made by using the standard modular telephone jack Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix I Contact Information User Guide 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GWIRELESS Range Expander