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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.

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.

SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall - A technology that inspects incoming packets of information before allowing them to enter the network.

SSID (Service Set IDentifier) - Your wireless network's name.

Static IP Address - A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network. Static Routing - Forwarding data in a network via a fixed path.

Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of the network.

Switch - 1. A data switch that connects computing devices to host computers, allowing a large number of devices to share a limited number of ports. 2. A device for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an electrical circuit.

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network.

Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs.

TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password capability.

Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Back Panel Front PanelWireless Security Radius Screen Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Roaming Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network Layout Wireless Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXBack Panel Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point withConnections for Setup 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 Navigating the Utility Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXSetup Status WirelessAdministration Network Setup Accessing the UtilitySetup Network Setup Tab 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 TabFirmware Upgrade Administration Factory Defaults TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Local Network Status Local Network TabAP’s Information 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 Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources 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