Linksys WRT54GP2A-AT manual Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

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Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.

Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online.

POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet.

Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport.

PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe.

Preamble - Part of the wireless signal that synchronizes network traffic.

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to control network access.

RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.

Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection.

Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together.

RTP (Real-time Transport Protocol) - A protocol that enables specialized applications, such as Internet phone calls, video, and audio, to occur in real time.

RTS (Request To Send) - A networking method of coordinating large packets through the RTS Threshold setting.

Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) - The standard e-mail protocol on the Internet.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A widely used network monitoring and control protocol.

Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a “program”.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm ServiceAppendix a Troubleshooting Appendix C Windows HelpList of Figures Back Panel18 Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Ssid your wireless network’s name Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network TopologyNetwork Layout Getting to Know the Router Phone2Wlan Connecting the Router Connecting the Router to Your Broadband ModemOverview Connecting One Router to Another Wired RouterConnect the Other Router Configuring the Router SetupWireless Security Access RestrictionsAdministration Applications & GamingInternet Setup How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Basic Setup StatusStatic IP PPPoEOptional Settings Packet a unit of data sent over a networkNetwork Setup Network Address Server Settings DhcpRouter IP Time Setting Setup Tab Ddns DynDNS.orgTZO.com Setup Tab MAC Address Clone MAC CloneWireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings 10 Wireless Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWireless Tab Wireless Security WPA RadiusRadius Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter 15 Wireless Tab Wireless MAC FilterWireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Additional Filters Security Tab FirewallFirewall Block WAN RequestsSecurity Tab VPN VPN PassthroughAccess 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 Triggered Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port TriggerPort Trigger Forwarded RangeApplications & Gaming Tab UPnP Forward UPnP ForwardBroadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Applications & Gaming Tab DMZ DMZLocal Router Access Administration Tab ManagementRouter Password Remote Router AccessSnmp UPnPAdministration Tab Log LogTraceroute Test Administration Tab DiagnosticsPing Test Ping ParametersAdministration Tab Factory Defaults Factory DefaultsBackup and Restore Administration Tab Backup and RestoreAdministration Tab Reboot RebootRouter Information Configuration TypeStatus Tab Router InternetStatus Tab Local Network Local NetworkStatus Tab Wireless 39 Status Tab WirelessUser1 Status Auto Config StatusStatus Tab Voice User2 StatusSigning up for AT&T CallVantagesm Service InstructionsAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFor Windows 98 and Millennium Need to set a static IP address on a PCFor Windows For Windows XPFor Windows 98 and Millennium Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Am not able to access the Router’s Web-based Utility Setup Need to set up a server behind my RouterApplication Start and End Protocol IP Address Enable TCPCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultMy DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting For Netscape 4.7 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? Is the Router cross-platform compatible? What is DMZ Hosting?What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What is ad-hoc mode?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is a MAC Address? What is WEP?What is WPA? How do I reset the Router?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 98 or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP InstructionsFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Figure D-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressAppendix 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 Model Appendix F SpecificationsButton Reset Cabling Type StandardsRinger Equivalence Number Dimensions 32 x 2.48 x H x DUnit Weight 19.29 oz .55 kg Power 12 V, 1 a Certifications Operating Temp 0ºC to 40ºC 32ºF to 104ºF Storage TempAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementSafety Notices After you log in, click Help. Then click Email AN Agent Appendix I Contact InformationLinksys Need to contact Linksys?