Linksys WRT54GP2A-AT 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.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Appendix C Windows Help Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm ServiceAppendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityBack Panel List of Figures18 Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Ssid your wireless network’s nameNetwork Layout Phone2 Getting to Know the RouterWlan Connecting the Router Connecting the Router to Your Broadband ModemOverview Wired Router Connecting One Router to AnotherConnect the Other Router Configuring the Router SetupWireless Applications & Gaming Access RestrictionsAdministration SecurityStatus How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Basic Setup Internet SetupPPPoE Static IPPacket a unit of data sent over a network Optional SettingsNetwork Setup Network Address Server Settings DhcpRouter IP Time Setting Setup Tab Ddns DynDNS.orgTZO.com 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 Block WAN Requests Security Tab FirewallFirewall Additional FiltersVPN Passthrough Security Tab VPNAccess Restrictions Tab Internet Access Internet AccessTo create an Internet Access Policy 23 List of PCs Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range Forward Port Range ForwardPort Range Forwarded Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port TriggerPort Trigger Triggered RangeUPnP Forward Applications & Gaming Tab UPnP ForwardBroadband Router with 2 Phone Ports DMZ Applications & Gaming Tab DMZRemote Router Access Administration Tab ManagementRouter Password Local Router AccessUPnP SnmpLog Administration Tab LogPing Parameters Administration Tab DiagnosticsPing Test Traceroute TestFactory Defaults Administration Tab Factory DefaultsReboot Administration Tab Backup and RestoreAdministration Tab Reboot Backup and RestoreInternet Configuration TypeStatus Tab Router Router InformationLocal Network Status Tab Local Network39 Status Tab Wireless Status Tab WirelessUser2 Status Auto Config StatusStatus Tab Voice User1 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 For Netscape 4.7 or higher To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultMy DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higherNeed to use port triggering Frequently Asked Questions Can I make calls if my Internet connection is down?Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet? Where is the Router installed on the network? Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Router?Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do? How can I block corrupted FTP downloads?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? What is DMZ Hosting?What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? Is the Router cross-platform compatible?What is ad-hoc mode? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? How do I reset the Router? What is WEP?What is WPA? What is a MAC Address?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix C Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places 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 Standards Appendix F SpecificationsButton Reset Cabling Type ModelOperating Temp 0ºC to 40ºC 32ºF to 104ºF Storage Temp Dimensions 32 x 2.48 x H x DUnit Weight 19.29 oz .55 kg Power 12 V, 1 a Certifications Ringer Equivalence NumberLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationSafety Notices Need to contact Linksys? Appendix I Contact InformationLinksys After you log in, click Help. Then click Email AN Agent