Linksys WRT54GX4 Administration Tab Diagnostics, Ping Test, Traceroute Test, Ping Parameters

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Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400

The Administration Tab - Diagnostics

The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you to check the connections of your network components.

Ping Test

Ping Parameters

Ping Target IP or Domain Name, No. of Pings, and Packets Sent. The Ping test will check the status of a connection. To start the test, enter the IP address or domain name of the PC whose connection you wish to test, how many times you wish to test it, and the size of the packet for testing. Then, click the Start Test button. The test field will show if the test was successful. To stop the test, click the Abort Test button. Click the Clear button to clear the field.

Traceroute Test

Traceroute Parameters

IP Address or Domain Name. To test the performance of a connection, enter the IP address or domain name of the PC whose connection you wish to test and click the Start Test button. The test field will show if the test was successful. To stop the test, click the Abort Test button. Click the Clear button to clear the screen.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router

Figure 5-37: Administration Tab - Diagnostics

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The Administration Tab - Diagnostics

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Contents Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use This User GuideWord definition Table of Contents Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked QuestionsConnect a PC Router’s Side Panel24 Security Tab Firewall Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Ssid your wireless network’s namePlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Router’s Ports and Reset Button Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400Broadband an always-on, fast Internet connection Router’s LEDs PowerOverview Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400Stand Option Placement OptionsWall-Mount Option Isp your internet provider Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband RouterInternet Setup Setup Tab Basic SetupInternet Connection Type Static IP Connection Type Pptp Connection Type Packet a unit of data sent over a network Network SetupOptional Settings Router IPTime Setting Network Address Server Settings DhcpDdns Setup Tab DdnsMac address the unique address that a Setup Tab MAC Address CloneDynamic Routing Setup Tab Advanced RoutingNAT Mode Advanced Routing16 Setup Tab Advanced Routing NAT Mode Routing Table Wireless Network Wireless Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWireless Security Wireless Tab Wireless SecurityEncryption encoding data transmitted in a network 20 Wireless Tab Wireless Security WEP Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Tab Wireless MAC FilterAdvanced Wireless Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless SettingsWireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Block WAN Request Security Tab FirewallFirewall VPN Pass ThroughInternet Access Access Restrictions Tab Internet AccessTo create an Internet Access policy Url the address of a file located on the Internet Ftp a protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP networkPort Range Forward Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardPort Range Triggered Range and Forwarded Range Applications and Gaming Tab Port TriggeringApplications and Gaming Tab DMZ Port TriggeringApplications and Gaming Tab QoS QoS Quality of ServiceWireless Internet Access PriorityPort Range SummaryCancel Changes button Https Web Access Administration Tab ManagementRouter Password Local Router AccessMulticast UPnPDoS Log Administration Tab LogSystem Log URL Filter LogPing Parameters Administration Tab DiagnosticsPing Test Traceroute TestUpgrade Firmware Administration Tab Factory DefaultsAdministration Tab Firmware Upgrade Factory DefaultsBackup Configuration Administration Tab Config ManagementRestore Configuration Router Information Status Tab RouterInternet Connection Local Network Status Tab Local NetworkWireless Status Tab WirelessStatus Tab System Performance Internet/WirelessSystem Performance Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC 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 SRX400 My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultMy power LED will not stop flashing Need to upgrade the firmwareCannot connect to the Internet My wireless-G speed seems to be slowIs IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Router installed on the network? How do I turn on SRX on my router?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? Does the Router support ICQ send file?What is DMZ Hosting? Is the Router cross-platform compatible? What are the advanced features of the Router?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is infrastructure mode? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What is ad-hoc mode?What is WEP? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? How do I reset the Router?Have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Upgrade FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places 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 SRX400 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Standards Appendix G SpecificationsFCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi 802.11b, 802.11g, WPA ModelTo 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating TempStorage Temp Operating HumidityLimited Warranty Appendix H Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix I Regulatory InformationWireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Need to contact Linksys? Appendix J Contact InformationInformation section in this Guide