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OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) - Frequency transmission that separates the data stream into a number of lower-speed data streams, which are then transmitted in parallel to prevent information from being lost in transit.

Packet - A unit of data sent over a network.

Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.

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.

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Contents Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Appendix I Contact Information FCC Statement Industry Canada CanadaList of Figures Infrastructure Network10 WPA RADIUS-TTLS Introduction What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network Layout Ad-Hoc NetworkBack Panel Front Panel Side Panel Power port is on the side panel. See Figure Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Setup Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Setting Up the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge WelcomePassword Mode Settings Wireless Settings Security Settings 10 Confirmation Connection to a Network Device Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Network UseWall Mount Placement Option Starting the Web-based Utility Using the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Web-based UtilityOverview Setup LANSite Survey WEP Radius TLS Ttls WPA Radius 10 WPA RADIUS-TTLS 11 WPA Pre-Shared Key 13 Password Tab MAC Address WirelessAdvanced Wireless Switch Tab Spanning Tree ProtocolQOS Switch Table 17 Switch Table TabVlan Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Rmon Statistics 19 Rmon Statistics TabWireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Port Mirroring Port Information TableAccess List 21 Access List TabWireless Settings Wireless StatusLAN Settings StatisticsSnmp Help 24 Help TabAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions Web-based Utility won’t openWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is ISM band? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch Model Appendix F SpecificationsSecurity Feature StandardsStorage Temp Warranty Year Limited WarrantyOperating Temp Operating HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyIndustry Canada Canada Appendix H Regulatory InformationFCC Statement FCC Radiation Exposure StatementAppendix I Contact Information