Linksys WET54GS5 manual What’s in this Guide?

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Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch

What’s in this Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch.

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge applications and this user guide.

•Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network

This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.

•Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch This chapter describes the physical features of the Bridge.

•Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Setup

This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Bridge to your network for setup.

•Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-Port Switch This chapter explains how to set up the Bridge using the Setup Wizard.

•Chapter 6: Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Network Use

This chapter explains how to connect the Bridge to a network device so the device can join your wireless network. It also describes placement options for the Bridge.

•Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility

This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility so you can change the Bridge’s settings or advanced configuration.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge.

•Appendix B: Wireless Security

This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.

•Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware

This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Bridge should you need to do so.

•Appendix D: Windows Help

This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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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 Canada List 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 Status LAN SettingsWireless 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 Appendix F Specifications Security FeatureModel StandardsWarranty Year Limited Warranty Operating TempStorage Temp Operating HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementIndustry Canada Canada FCC Radiation Exposure StatementAppendix I Contact Information