Linksys WRT54GP2A-AT What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?, What is ad-hoc mode?, What is roaming?

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Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?

It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11g standard allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11g standard. The 802.11g standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.

What IEEE 802.11b features are supported?

The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b functions:

•CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol

•Multi-Channel Roaming

•Automatic Rate Selection

•RTS/CTS feature

•Fragmentation

•Power Management

What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?

The product supports the following IEEE 802.11g functions:

•CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol

•OFDM protocol

•Multi-Channel Roaming

•Automatic Rate Selection

•RTS/CTS feature

•Fragmentation

•Power Management

What is ad-hoc mode?

When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network.

What is infrastructure mode?

When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.

What is roaming?

Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously while moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single access point. Before using the roaming function, the workstation must make sure that it is the same channel number with the access point of dedicated coverage area.

To achieve true seamless connectivity, the wireless LAN must incorporate a number of different functions. Each node and access point, for example, must always acknowledge receipt of each message. Each node must

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm ServiceAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix C Windows HelpBack Panel List of Figures18 Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Planning Your Wireless NetworkSsid your wireless network’s name Network TopologyNetwork Layout Phone2 Getting to Know the RouterWlan Overview Connecting the RouterConnecting the Router to Your Broadband Modem Wired Router Connecting One Router to AnotherConnect the Other Router Wireless Configuring the RouterSetup Administration Access RestrictionsSecurity Applications & GamingSetup Tab Basic Setup How to Access the Web-based UtilityInternet Setup StatusPPPoE Static IPPacket a unit of data sent over a network Optional SettingsRouter IP Network SetupNetwork Address Server Settings Dhcp Time Setting TZO.com Setup Tab DdnsDynDNS.org MAC Clone Setup Tab MAC Address Clone10 Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWPA Radius Wireless Tab Wireless SecurityRadius 15 Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Tab Wireless MAC FilterWireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Firewall Security Tab FirewallAdditional Filters Block WAN RequestsVPN Passthrough Security Tab VPNTo create an Internet Access Policy Access Restrictions Tab Internet AccessInternet Access 23 List of PCs Port Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardPort Range Forward Port Trigger Applications & Gaming Tab Port TriggerTriggered Range Forwarded RangeUPnP Forward Applications & Gaming Tab UPnP ForwardBroadband Router with 2 Phone Ports DMZ Applications & Gaming Tab DMZRouter Password Administration Tab ManagementLocal Router Access Remote Router AccessUPnP SnmpLog Administration Tab LogPing Test Administration Tab DiagnosticsTraceroute Test Ping ParametersFactory Defaults Administration Tab Factory DefaultsAdministration Tab Reboot Administration Tab Backup and RestoreBackup and Restore RebootStatus Tab Router Configuration TypeRouter Information InternetLocal Network Status Tab Local Network39 Status Tab Wireless Status Tab WirelessStatus Tab Voice Auto Config StatusUser1 Status User2 StatusInstructions Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm ServiceCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC For Windows 98 and MillenniumFor Windows XP For WindowsFor Windows 98 and Millennium Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Need to set up a server behind my Router Am not able to access the Router’s Web-based Utility SetupTCP Application Start and End Protocol IP Address EnableCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultFor Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher For Netscape 4.7 or higherNeed to use port triggering Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet? Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I make calls if my Internet connection is down? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? Where is the Router installed on the network?Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Router? Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What is DMZ Hosting?Is the Router cross-platform compatible? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is ad-hoc mode?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is WPA? What is WEP?What is a MAC Address? How do I reset the Router?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix C Windows HelpShared Resources Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Windows 98 or Me InstructionsFigure D-3 MAC Address/Physical Address For the Router’s Web-based UtilityAppendix E 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 Button Reset Cabling Type Appendix F SpecificationsModel StandardsUnit Weight 19.29 oz .55 kg Power 12 V, 1 a Certifications Dimensions 32 x 2.48 x H x DRinger Equivalence Number Operating Temp 0ºC to 40ºC 32ºF to 104ºF Storage TempLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationSafety Notices Linksys Appendix I Contact InformationAfter you log in, click Help. 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