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Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server.

Encryption - Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people.

Ethernet - An IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium.

Finger - A program that tells you the name associated with an e-mail address.

Firewall - Security measures that protect the resources of a local network from intruders.

Firmware - 1. In network devices, the programming that runs the device. 2. Programming loaded into read-only memory (ROM) or programmable read-only memory (PROM) that cannot be altered by end-users.

Fragmentation - Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) - A standard protocol for sending files between computers over a TCP/IP network and the Internet.

Full Duplex - The ability of a networking device to receive and transmit data simultaneously. Gateway - A system that interconnects networks.

Half Duplex - Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a time.

Hardware - The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices.

HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web.

IEEE (The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) - An independent institute that develops networking standards.

Infrastructure - Currently installed computing and networking equipment.

Infrastructure Mode - Configuration in which a wireless network is bridged to a wired network via an access point.

IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network.

IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.

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Contents Wireless- G Word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Network Computer-to-VPN Gateway23 VPN Settings Summary Figure C-9 New Rule Properties Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Adsl Gateway IP Addresses Planning Your NetworkGateway’s Functions What’s an IP Address?Dynamic IP Addresses What is a VPN?Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Servers Why do I need a VPN? VPN Gateway to VPN GatewayMAC Address Spoofing Data SniffingGetting to Know the Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Back PanelWhile establishing the Adsl connection Front PanelIndication of any network activity InternetConnecting the Wireless-G Adsl Gateway OverviewWired Connection to a Computer Ethernet ConnectionWireless Connection to a Computer Wireless Configuring the GatewaySetup SecurityApplications & Gaming Access RestrictionsAdministration StatusInternet Setup How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Multiplexing Select LLC or VC , depending on your ISPVirtual Circuit Enter the VPI and VCI ranges in the fields RFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IPStatic IP RFC 1483 Routed RFC 2516 PPPoEBridged Mode Only RFC 2364 PPPoAOptional Settings Required by some ISPs Network SetupTZO.com Ddns TabDynDNS.org Advanced Routing Tab Advanced Routing13 Routing Table Wireless Network Wireless TabBasic Wireless Settings Tab Wireless Security Tab 15 WPA Pre-Shared Key17 WEP Wireless Access Tab Wireless Network AccessAdvanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessAdditional Filters Security TabFirewall Local Security Gateway 22 VPNManual 24 Manual Key ManagementAdvanced VPN Tunnel Setup 26 Advanced VPN Tunnel SetupConfiguring the Gateway Security Tab Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access29 List of PCs Port Range Forwarding Applications and Gaming TabSingle Port Forwarding Port Triggering 33 Port TriggeringApplication-based QoS This setting allows you to specify traffic queue priorityAdvanced QoS Management Administration TabGateway Access Email Alerts ReportingUPnP Factory Defaults DiagnosticsBackup&Restore Ping TestUpgrade from LAN Firmware UpgradeReboot Gateway Information Status TabGateway Internet ConnectionsLocal Network 45 Local Network47 Wireless DSL Connection 49 DSL ConnectionNeed to set a static IP address on a computer Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Want to test my Internet connection Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway TCP UDP IP AddressCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory defaultNeed to upgrade the firmware My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED flashes continuously Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Gateway? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Gateway installed on the network? Does the Gateway support IPX or AppleTalk?Does the Gateway support ICQ send file? Will the Gateway function in a Macintosh environment? What is DMZ Hosting?What are the advanced features of the Gateway? Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible?What is ad-hoc mode? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What Ieee 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported? What is infrastructure mode?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is the ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? How do I reset the Gateway? What is WEP?What is a MAC Address? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Appendix B Wireless Security Important Information for Wireless ProductsWireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Environment WAG54GBuild Filter Lists How to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelCreate an IPSec Policy Filter List 1 win-RouterFilter List 2 Router -win Figure C-4 IP Filter LIstFigure C-7 IP Filter List Configure Individual Tunnel Rules Tunnel 1 win-RouterFigure C-13 Authentication Methods Figure C-16 Tunnel Setting Tab Tunnel 2 Router-winFigure C-19 IP Filter List Tab Figure C-22 Preshared Key Assign New IPSec Policy Figure C-25 Connection TypeCreate a Tunnel Through the Web-Based Utility Figure C-28 VPN TabFigure D-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98 or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Figure D-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressUpgrade from WAN Appendix E Upgrading FirmwareAppendix F Glossary Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Annex-B, WAG54G-DE UR-2 Appendix G SpecificationsStandards Operating Temp 0ºC to 40ºC10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage Temp 20ºC to 70ºC Operating HumidityStorage Humidity Appendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G Adsl Gateway Radio EN 300 EMC EN 301 489-1, EN 301 Safety EN Belgium Applicable Power Levels in FranceLocation Frequency Range MHz Power Eirp Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Open the Wireless Network Connection window Appendix I Warranty Information Outside of Europe Mail Address Appendix J Contact InformationEurope Mail Address