Linksys WRT54GX manual Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment?, What is DMZ Hosting?

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that version contains new features that you would like to use. Downloading a more current version of Router firmware will not enhance the quality or speed of your Internet connection, and may disrupt your current connection stability.

Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment?

Yes, but the Router’s setup pages are accessible only through Internet Explorer 4.0 or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher for Macintosh.

I am not able to get the web configuration screen for the Router. What can I do?

You may have to remove the proxy settings on your Internet browser, e.g., Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer. Or remove the dial-up settings on your browser. Check with your browser documentation, and make sure that your browser is set to connect directly and that any dial-up is disabled. Make sure that your browser is set to connect directly and that any dial-up is disabled. For Internet Explorer, click Tools, Internet Options, and then the Connection tab. Make sure that Internet Explorer is set to Never dial a connection. For Netscape Navigator, click Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and Proxy. Make sure that Netscape Navigator is set to Direct connection to the Internet.

What is DMZ Hosting?

Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) allows one IP address (computer) to be exposed to the Internet. Some applications require multiple TCP/IP ports to be open. It is recommended that you set your computer with a static IP if you want to use DMZ Hosting. To get the LAN IP address, see “Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter.”

If DMZ Hosting is used, does the exposed user share the public IP with the Router?

No.

Does the Router pass PPTP packets or actively route PPTP sessions?

The Router allows PPTP packets to pass through.

Is the Router cross-platform compatible?

Any platform that supports Ethernet and TCP/IP is compatible with the Router.

How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?

Theoretically, the Router can establish 520 sessions at the same time, but you can only forward 10 ranges of ports.

What are the advanced features of the Router?

The Router’s advanced features include Advanced Wireless settings, Filters, Port Forwarding, Routing, and DDNS.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Word definition How to Use This User GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Router’s Back Panel Router’s Reset Button27 Port Services Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network LayoutPlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Back Panel Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband RouterDMZ Front PanelOverview Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband RouterPassword Screen Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterInternet Setup Setup Tab Basic SetupStatic IP Connection Type Pptp Connection Type Packet a unit of data sent over a network Network SetupNetwork Address Server Settings Dhcp 12 Setup Tab Ddns Setup Tab Ddns13 Setup Tab MAC Address Clone Setup Tab MAC Address Clone14 Setup Tab Advanced Routing Setup Tab Advanced Routing16 Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWPA Radius Wireless Tab Wireless SecurityWEP 20 Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter22 Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings23 Security Tab Firewall Security Tab FirewallTo create an Internet Access policy Access Restrictions Tab Internet AccessUrl the address of a file located on the Internet Ftp a protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP networkApplications and Gaming Tab Port Triggering Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardUPnP Forwarding Applications and Gaming Tab DMZApplications and Gaming Tab UPnP Forwarding Snmp Administration Tab ManagementUPnP Administration Tab LogAdministration Tab Diagnostics Administration Tab Firmware Upgrade Administration Tab Factory DefaultsIsp your internet provider Administration Tab Config ManagementStatus Tab Router 39 Status Tab Local Network Status Tab Local NetworkEncryption encoding data transmitted in a network Status Tab WirelessSystem Performance Status Tab System PerformanceWireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Need to set a static IP address on a PC Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me TCP Application Start and End Protocol IP Address EnabledCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX My power LED will not stop flashing To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultNeed to upgrade the firmware Firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashingCannot connect to the Internet How do I turn on SRX on my router? My wireless-G speed seems to be slowWhere is the Router installed on the network? Frequently Asked QuestionsIs IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? What are the advanced features of the Router? What is DMZ Hosting?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? Is the Router cross-platform compatible?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is a MAC Address? What is WEP?How do I reset the Router? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Upgrade FirmwareNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Windows 98SE or Me Instructions Figure E-1 IP Configuration ScreenFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Windows 2000 or XP InstructionsAppendix F Glossary Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX Standards Appendix G SpecificationsModel Storage Temp Limited Warranty Appendix H Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix I Regulatory InformationFrance Appendix J Contact Information