Linksys WRTU54G-TM manual Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

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Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet.

CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance) - A method of data transfer that is used to prevent data collisions.

CTS (Clear To Send) - A signal sent by a wireless device, signifying that it is ready to receive data.

Daisy Chain - A method used to connect devices in a series, one after the other.

Database - A collection of data that is organized so that its contents can easily be accessed, managed, and updated.

DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - Allows the hosting of a website, FTP server, or e-mail server with a fixed domain name (e.g., www.xyz.com) and a dynamic IP address.

Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by “leasing” an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses.

DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet.

DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.

Domain - A specific name for a network of computers.

Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.

DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting in a lower probability of information being lost in transit.

DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency.

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

Appendix F: Glossary

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802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use This User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityAppendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Ethernet AdapterList of Figures Router’s Back Panel17 Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings 51 Status Tab Voice Error List Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports 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 Broadband Router Back PanelFront Panel EthernetHardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem OverviewConnecting Your Network Devices Hardware Installation for Connection to An Existing Router Multiple PCsConnecting the Power Placement Options SIM Card Installation Direction HolderPassword Screen Setup Tab Basic Setup Internet SetupPPPoE Connection Type Optional Settings Router IP Setup Tab Ddns Ddns ServiceSetup Tab MAC Address Clone 14 Setup Tab MAC Address CloneSetup Tab Advanced Routing 15 Setup Tab Advanced Routing RouterWireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Tab Wireless Security 18 Wireless Tab Wireless Security WPA Personal21 Wireless Tab Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise 22 Wireless Tab Wireless Security Radius Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter 24 Wireless Tab Wireless MAC FilterWireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings SettingWireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Security Tab Firewall Security Tab VPN PassthroughAccess Restrictions Tab Internet Access To create an Internet Access policyClick the Modify button Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range Forward 33 Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardApplications & Gaming Tab Port Triggering Port TriggeringWired QoS Applications and Gaming Tab DMZApplications and Gaming Tab QoS Wireless QoS Ethernet Port PriorityAdministration Tab Management Administration Tab LogAdministration Tab Diagnostics 39 Administration Tab DiagnosticsAdministration Tab Factory Defaults Administration Tab Firmware UpgradeAdministration Tab Config Management Status Tab Router 45 Status Tab RouterStatus Tab Local Network 46 Status Tab Local NetworkStatus Tab Wireless 48 Status Tab WirelessStatus Tab Voice 49 Status Tab VoiceAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Open a command prompt. For Windows 2000 and XP Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled TCPCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default Need to upgrade the firmwareFrequently 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?If all else fails in the installation, what can I do? Does the Router support ICQ send file?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? What is DMZ Hosting? Is the Router cross-platform compatible?How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? What are the advanced features of the Router? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? 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?Have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared Resources Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Windows Vista InstructionsFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Figure E-3 MAC Address CloneAppendix F Glossary Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix G Specifications Wireless SecurityWi-Fi Protected Access2 WPA2 ModelCertifications Appendix H Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless Disclaimer Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans filAppendix J Software License Agreement Software in Linksys ProductsSchedule 1 Linksys Software License Agreement Software LicensesWireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Schedule PreambleWireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband No Warranty GNU Lesser General Public License Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband OpenSSL License Original SSLeay License END of Schedule Appendix K Contact Information