Linksys WAP54GX Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX, Navigating the Utility, Setup

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Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

Overview

The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box, with the default settings in the Setup Wizard. However, if you'd like to change these settings, the Access Point can be configured through your web browser with the Web-based Utility. This chapter explains how to use the Utility.

The Utility can be accessed via Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator through use of a computer that is networked with the Access Point.

For a basic network setup, most users only have to use the following screens of the Utility:

•Setup

On the Network Setup screen, enter your basic network settings here.

•Management

Click the Administration tab and then select the Management screen. The Access Point’s default password is admin. To secure the Access Point, change the AP’s Password from its default.

HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs? PCs communicate over the network with this protocol. Refer to “Appendix D: Windows Help” for more information on TCP/IP.

tcp/ip: a set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network.

browser: an application that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web.

NOTE: The Access Point is designed to function properly after using the Setup Wizard. This chapter is provided solely for those who wish to perform more advanced configuration or monitoring.

Navigating the Utility

There are four main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Administration, and Status. Additional screens will be available from most of the main tabs.

Setup

Enter the network settings for the Access Point.

• Network Setup. Enter the settings for the Access Point and your Internet connection on this screen.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Back Panel Front PanelWireless Security Radius Screen Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkRoaming Network Layout Wireless Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXBack Panel Connections for Setup Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point withOverview Using the Setup Wizard Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point withConnect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen Wireless Settings Screen Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless SettingsWEP 128-Bit WEP 64-BitWPA2 Personal WPA/WPA2 Personal WPA Personal14 WPA2 Mixed Mode Settings Screen WPA2 Mixed Mode16 Congratulations Screen Setup Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXNavigating the Utility Administration WirelessStatus Setup Network Setup Tab Accessing the UtilityNetwork Setup Setup Static IP Screen Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless Security Wireless Wireless Security TabWPA2-Mixed Radius Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Wireless MAC Filter TabAdvanced Wireless Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings TabWireless-G Access Point with SRX Management Administration Management TabLog Administration Log TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Administration Factory Defaults TabFirmware Upgrade AP’s Information Status Local Network TabLocal Network Wireless Network Status Wireless Network TabFrequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Shared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Enable/disable Appendix F SpecificationsModel StandardsStorage Humidity Operating HumidityLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information