Linksys WMP54GX manual Using the Wireless Network Monitor, Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

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Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX

Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor

Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings.

Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

After setting up and connecting the Adapter, the Wireless Network Monitor icon will appear in your PC’s system tray. If the Wireless Network Monitor is enabled, then the icon will be green. If the Wireless Network Monitor is disabled or the Adapter is not connected, then the icon will be gray.

NOTE: The Wireless Network Monitor should only be accessed AFTER installing the Adapter. For more information on setting up and connecting the Adapter, refer to “Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter.”

Figure 5-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon

Link Information Screens

The opening screen of the Wireless Network Monitor is the Link Information screen. From this screen, you can find out how strong the current wireless signal is and how good the connection’s quality is. You can also click the More Information button to view additional status and statistics about the current wireless connection. To search for available wireless networks, click the Site Survey tab. To perform configuration changes or create connection profiles, click the Profiles tab.

Link Information

The Link Information screen displays network mode, signal strength, and link quality information about the current connection. It also provides a button to click for additional status information.

Ad-Hoc Mode or Infrastructure Mode - The screen indicates whether the Adapter is currently working in Ad-

Hoc or Infrastructure mode.

Signal Strength - The Signal Strength bar indicates signal strength.

Link Quality - The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.

Click the More Information button to view additional information about the wireless network connection on the

Wireless Network Status screen.

Figure 5-2: Link Information Screen

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use This User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Adapter’s Connectors for the Antenna Cables Adapter’s LEDWPA2-Personal Needed for Connection Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in This User Guide? Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PCIntroduction What’s in This User Guide? Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Topology the physical layout of a networkNetwork Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SRX LED IndicatorCable Connectors OverviewStarting the Setup Wizard Setup Wizard’s Welcome ScreenInstalling the Adapter Windows will begin copying the files onto your PCSetting Up the Adapter Available Wireless Network ScreenSetting Up the Adapter with an Available Network WEP Key Needed for ConnectionWPA-Personal Needed for Connection Setting Up the Adapter with Manual Setup 12 Available Wireless Network Screen14 Wireless Mode Screen WEP 19 Wireless Security WPA2 Personal Screen EAP-TLS Radius 23 Confirm New Settings Screen Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing the Wireless Network MonitorWireless Network Status screen Link Information ScreensWireless Network Status More Information Wireless Network Status ScreenWireless Network Statistics More Information Wireless Network Statistics ScreenSite Survey Site InformationWPA2-Personal Needed for Connection Profiles Profiles ScreenCreating a New Profile 12 Create a New Profile14 Available Wireless Network Screen 16 WPA-Personal Needed for Connection 20 Network Settings Screen 21 Wireless Mode Screen 24 Wireless Security Screen 27 Wireless Security WPA2 Personal Screen 28 Wireless Security WPA Enterprise Using EAP-TLS Screen Radius 32 Congratulations Screen Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G PCI Adapter does not work properly Frequently Asked Questions What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is roaming? What is ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?What is WPA? What is RADIUS?Appendix B Using Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Figure B-1 Wireless Network Monitor IconFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix F Specifications Operating Temp Storage TempOperating Humidity Max % Non-Condensing Storage Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementSafety Notices Appendix I Contact Information