Linksys WAP54GX manual What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?

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Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

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?

An Ad-hoc wireless LAN is a group of computers, each with a WLAN adapter, connected as an independent wireless LAN. An Ad-hoc wireless LAN is applicable at a departmental scale for a branch or SOHO operation.

What is Infrastructure?

An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. Infrastructure is applicable to enterprise scale for wireless access to a central database, or wireless application for mobile workers.

What is roaming?

Roaming is the ability of a portable computer to communicate continuously while its user is moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single Access Point. Before using the roaming function, the user must make sure that the computer is set to the same channel number as the Access Point of the 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 maintain contact with the wireless network even when not actually transmitting data. Achieving these functions simultaneously requires a dynamic RF networking technology that links Access Points and nodes. In such a system, the user’s end node undertakes a search for the best possible access to the system. First, it evaluates such factors as signal strength and quality, as well as the message load currently being carried by each Access Point and the distance of each Access Point to the wired backbone. Based on that information, the node next selects the right Access Point and registers its address. Communications between end node and host computer can then be transmitted up and down the backbone.

As the user moves on, the end node’s RF transmitter regularly checks the system to determine whether it is in touch with the original Access Point or whether it should seek a new one. When a node no longer receives acknowledgment from its original Access Point, it undertakes a new search. Upon finding a new Access Point, it then re-registers, and the communication process continues.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityFrequently Asked Questions Front Panel Back PanelWireless Security Radius Screen Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX WirelessBack Panel Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with Connections for SetupOverview Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with Using the Setup WizardConnect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless Settings Wireless Settings ScreenWEP 64-Bit WEP 128-BitWPA/WPA2 Personal WPA Personal WPA2 PersonalWPA2 Mixed Mode 14 WPA2 Mixed Mode Settings Screen16 Congratulations Screen Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX SetupNavigating the Utility Wireless AdministrationStatus Accessing the Utility Setup Network Setup TabNetwork Setup Setup Static IP Screen Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless SecurityWPA2-Mixed Radius Wireless Wireless MAC Filter Tab Wireless MAC FilterWireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessWireless-G Access Point with SRX Administration Management Tab ManagementAdministration Log Tab LogAdministration Factory Defaults Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFirmware Upgrade Status Local Network Tab AP’s InformationLocal Network Status Wireless Network Tab Wireless NetworkAppendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork 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 Model Appendix F SpecificationsEnable/disable StandardsOperating Humidity Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-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
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