Linksys WRT54G3G-VN manual Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband, Overview

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Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

Overview

This chapter includes three sets of instructions. Follow the instructions for your configuration.

If the Router will use the mobile broadband service only, follow the instructions in “Hardware Installation for Use of the Mobile Broadband Service.”

If the Router will be the only router in your network and you have a broadband modem, follow the instructions in “Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem.”

If you want to install the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband behind another router in your network, then follow the instructions in “Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router.”

Hardware Installation for Use of the Mobile Broadband Service Only

1.Power down your network devices.

2.Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

3.Attach the antenna and fix its direction. Try to place the Router in a position that will best cover your wireless network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance will be.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g 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 HelpList of Figures Router’s Ports17 Setup Tab Advanced Routing Router 51 Status Tab Wireless Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeSsid service set identifier your wireless network’s name Network TopologyPlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Router’s PortsRouter’s LEDs Router’s LEDs are located on the Router’s other side panelRouter’s Data Card Slot Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband OverviewConnect Your Computer Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem Connect the Power Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router Diagram for Connection to Another RouterConnect Your Computer Placement Options Stand OptionWall-Mount Option 11 Measurement between Wall-Mount SlotsConfiguring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Password ScreenSetup Tab Basic Setup Mobile Network SetupInternet Setup StatusStatic IP Connection Type Optional Settings L2TP Connection TypeNetwork Address Server Settings Dhcp Network SetupRouter IP Time Setting 11 Time SettingSetup Tab Mobile Network Mobile Network Connection ModeMobile Network Status Data Card StatusDynDNS.org Setup Tab DdnsTZO.com Setup Tab MAC Address Clone MAC CloneSetup Tab Advanced Routing Advanced RoutingDynamic Routing Static RoutingWireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless NetworkWireless Tab Wireless Security Wireless SecurityAES 25 Wireless Tab Wireless Security Radius Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC FilterWireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced WirelessWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Firewall Security Tab FirewallBlock WAN Requests Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access Internet AccessTo create an Internet Access policy Security Tab VPN Passthrough33 Internet Policy Summary Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range Forward Port Range ForwardApplications & Gaming Tab Port Triggering Port TriggeringTriggered Range Forwarded RangeWired QoS Applications and Gaming Tab DMZApplications and Gaming Tab QoS Device PriorityEthernet Port Priority Wireless QoSApplication Priority Router Password Administration Tab ManagementUPnP Administration Tab Log LogPing Test Administration Tab DiagnosticsTraceroute Test Administration Tab Firmware Upgrade Administration Tab Factory DefaultsAdministration Tab Config Management Status Tab Mobile Network 48 Status Tab Mobile NetworkRouter Information Status Tab RouterInternet Status Tab Local Network Local NetworkStatus Tab Wireless WirelessCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled TCPCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Need to upgrade the firmware To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultMy DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting Power 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 will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do?How can I avoid 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 802.11g standard? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?What is a MAC Address? How do I reset the Router?What do the indicator LEDs signify on the Router? How do I connect to the mobile network?How do I know which mobile network I am using? Whom should I call if there is a question or problem?Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Windows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based UtilityFigure E-4 MAC Address Filter List Appendix F Glossary Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix G Specifications FCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi 802.11b, 802.11g, WPA Appendix H Warranty Information Appendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband