Linksys WET11 manual Appendix a Troubleshooting, Common Problems and Solutions

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Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge. Read the descriptions below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.

Common Problems and Solutions

1.I can’t connect to the access point.

Open the Web-based Utility. On the Setup tab, perform the following steps:

•Verify that the operating mode is set to Infrastructure mode.

•Make sure that the SSID is the same as the SSID of the access point.

•On the WEP Encryption screen, make sure that all of the WEP settings are the same as the WEP settings of the access point.

2.I want to play head-to-head (ad-hoc) gaming with two Xboxes, but they won’t communicate. Perform the following steps:

•Make sure both Bridges are set to the same SSID, network mode (Ad-Hoc), channel setting, and WEP settings.

•Verify that the Bridges are set to different IP addresses.

•You need to enable MAC address cloning on the Bridge for each Xbox. Follow these instructions:

1.Open the Web-based Utility for one of the Bridges.

2.Click the Advanced tab.

3.Select Enable from the MAC Address Cloning Mode drop-down menu.

4.Click the Auto radio button.

5.Click the Apply button to save your changes. When you connect the Bridge to its Xbox, the Bridge will automatically clone the Xbox’s MAC address.

•Repeat steps 1-5 for the other Bridge.

3.I don’t know how to change the Bridge’s IP address. You have two ways to change the Bridge’s IP address.

•Open the Web-based Utility. On the Setup screen, click the Static IP Address radio button, and change the IP address there.

•If you encounter problems, power the Bridge off and on again, or push the Reset button. Then try to change the IP address again.

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Contents 802 GHz .11b Wireless- B How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Infrastructure Mode Ad-Hoc ModeIntroduction IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network TopologyAd-Hoc Mode Getting to Know the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge LANPWR Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Setup Connect the Ethernet Network CableOverview Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet BridgeSetup Wizard List of Bridges Wireless Settings WEP Key Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Network Use Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility Starting the Web-based UtilitySetup WirelessSite Survey Password Tab Advanced MAC AddressStatus LAN SettingsWireless Settings LAN StatisticsHelp Help TabAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions Web-based Utility doesn’t detect the BridgeWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is Spread Spectrum? What Are the Risks? Appendix B Wireless SecurityBrief Overview Passive Attacks Jamming AttacksDictionary-Building or Table Attacks Maximizing Wireless SecurityActive Attacks Man-in-the-Middle AttacksWireless-B Ethernet Bridge Ssid Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge WEP Encryption Figure B-2 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 Standards Ieee 802.11b, Ieee Ports Appendix F SpecificationsModel ButtonsStorage Humidity Warranty Year LimitedOperating Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementIndustry Canada Canada Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix I Contact Information
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