Linksys WET11 manual Getting to Know the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge, Lan

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Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge

The Back Panel

All connections to the Bridge are made through the ports in its back panel, shown in Figure 3-1.

	Figure 3-1: Back Panel
Reset	The Reset button resets the Bridge to its factory default settings.
X-II	The X-II (MDI/MDI-X) slide switch offers a choice between two settings. Use the X setting if you
	are connecting the Bridge to a network adapter. Use the II setting if you are connecting the
	Bridge to a hub or switch.
LAN	The LAN port is where you will connect the Ethernet network cable.

Important: Resetting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge will erase all of your settings (WEP encryption, wireless settings, etc.) and replace them with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge if you want to retain these settings.

Power

The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.

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Contents 802 GHz .11b Wireless- B Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this GuideTable of Contents Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Ad-Hoc Mode Infrastructure ModeIntroduction IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Network Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeAd-Hoc Mode LAN Getting to Know the Wireless-B Ethernet BridgePWR Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for SetupOverview Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet BridgeSetup Wizard List of Bridges Wireless Settings WEP Key Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Network Use Starting the Web-based Utility Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based UtilityWireless SetupSite Survey Password Tab MAC Address AdvancedLAN Statistics LAN SettingsWireless Settings StatusHelp Tab HelpCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingWeb-based Utility doesn’t detect the Bridge Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is Spread Spectrum? What Are the Risks? Appendix B Wireless SecurityBrief Overview Jamming Attacks Passive AttacksMan-in-the-Middle Attacks Maximizing Wireless SecurityActive Attacks Dictionary-Building or Table AttacksWireless-B Ethernet Bridge Ssid Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Figure B-2 WEP Encryption WEP EncryptionAppendix C Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Buttons Appendix F SpecificationsModel Standards Ieee 802.11b, Ieee PortsStorage Humidity Warranty Year LimitedOperating Humidity Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationIndustry Canada Canada Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix I Contact Information